The Winnipeg AV Sub – Group would like to see you and would like to visit your department to speak to members!
Please feel free to contact one of our executive team members to share ideas/concerns, and to set up a visit or session with our team. We are working to keep you informed of up-coming union news, and look forward to your input and participation.
Upcoming Events:
- Lunch & Learn— Employee Wellness Support Program: Date TBD
- Annual General Meeting: Date May 2019
- Member/ family events: TBD— we encourage your input on events you would like your union to organize as an opportunity to get together and share PIPSC updates
Winnipeg AV Executive Subgroup Contact Info:
President: Teresa Olson Phone: 204-230-4558
Email: teresa.olson@pwgsc.gc.ca
Vice President: Jordanna Allen Phone: 204-898-3496
Email: jordanna.allen@pwgsc.gc.ca
Prairie Region AV Representative and Winnipeg Executive member at large: Linda Howes
Phone: 204-984-0767
Email: lhowes@pipsc.ca
For the list of all Executive members please visit the PIPSC website.
The Winnipeg AV Subgroup Executive team currently has an opening for a member at large position and is seeking increased representation from AU and CO groups. If you are interested please contact one of the above for more information. This position requires a time commitment of approx. 2 hrs four times per year.
Better Together
What PIPSC Does For You
Fair collective agreements are the benchmark of a successful union!
To ensure your bargaining team achieves the best results, PIPSC provides your Group with top-notch negotiators, research staff and analysts.
Problem in the workplace with your employer or with a co-worker?
Over the course of your career, you may find yourself involved in an individual or collective grievance. PIPSC stewards and staff will en- sure that your rights are fully protected. You will be well represented every step of the way.
Do your salary and tasks accurately reflect your actual contribution in the workplace?
We provide expert opinion on our members’ work descriptions and classifications to correct inequalities.
Are you concerned about losing your job because of government cutbacks?
We advise and protect members whose positions have been jeopardized by Workforce Adjustment (WFA) or other employer-driven initiatives.
Are you concerned that your voice isn’t heard in Parliament?
We work with federal politicians of all parties (PIPSC is a non-partisan organization) to identify and resolve issues of importance to our members.
Do Canadians know what you do?
We develop media campaigns to make Canadians aware of the critical role the public service plays in protecting their safety and well- being.
Is there strength in numbers?
Absolutely. PIPSC works with other unions and interest groups to protect our members’ rights and the services Canadians need and deserve.
Bargaining Update
The first face-to-face bargaining session took place Sept. 25- 27, 2018, with the next scheduled for February 5th to 7th. Both PIPSC and TB exchanged bargaining proposals (which can be viewed on the PIPSC website).
Common issues that PIPSC would like to discuss include: pay rules, family leave, workplace harassment, family day, duration of agreement and economic increase.
PIPSC Website
The PIPSC website contains useful info for members including: Collective Agreements, contact information, forms, bargaining updates, Service Plus benefits, helpful Pocket Guides on various topics such as Stewards, Leadership, Mental Health, Whistleblowing, and Harassment, retirement information, Elections updates and information, as well as news and issues.
Member Benefits with Service Plus
Service Plus is your member benefits program where you can take advantage of preferential rates, discounts and savings on a variety of products and services available exclusively to members.
Discounts | Life Insurance | Home and Auto Insurance
Partners include: Rogers, the Brick, BMO, Porter, West Jet, Adidas, Goodlife, Marriott, VIA Rail Canada, Mark’s, and others
Visit www.serviceplusgroup.ca for more details