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The SP Group Bargaining Team met with Treasury Board on September 16 and 17. Both sides presented their proposals and had an opportunity to ask questions and seek clarification.  On September 16 and 17, your bargaining team, along with almost 3 dozen interested SP Group members, met with Treasury Board for the first time.  The …

We are excited to invite you to a dine-out series of events! Members of all ages are welcome. When: Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 6:00 PMWhere: The Pawn Shop YVR – 1117 Granville St, VancouverCost: $5 per person This event brings together members in the Vancouver and Greater Vancouver (Lower Mainland) region. Members of the …

On September 29, 2026, the Institute served notice to the Employer of its intention to commence collective bargaining to revise the CFIA Veterinary Medicine (VM) Group’s collective agreement. At the same time, following consultation with VM members, the Bargaining team formally selected binding arbitration as its dispute resolution method in the event of an impasse. …

The PIPSC SP Lower Mainland BC Sub-Group is hosting a collaborative lunch and learn on the SP bargaining proposal.  The session will provide an overview of the proposal and an opportunity for members to ask questions. When: October 20, 2026, from 12:00 to 1:00 PMWhere: Virtually via Zoom A minimum number of RSVPs is required …

We are pleased to announce an important expansion of PIPSC’s ServicePlus program. Effective January 1, 2027, ServicePlus access will be available to all former PIPSC members, including retirees without requiring membership in the Retired Members Guild (RMG). ServicePlus provides access to exclusive discounts, products and services offered by participating partners. This change will allow former …

Surrey- White Rock Executive MeetingMeeting DetailsVenue: Virtual – MS TeamsDate: Monday, July 21, 2026Time:  12:00-13:00 Name Role Term (expiry) Attendance Davy Chiu President Fall 2026 ✓ Edmond, Hsieh Vice President Fall 2027 ✓ Robert MacDonald Treasurer Fall 2026 ✓ Katie Lo Secretary Fall 2027 ✓ Jennifer Munro Member-at-Large Fall 2027 Emadur Rahman Member-at-Large Fall 2027 …

The SP Lower Mainland BC Sub-Group Executive wants your input to help plan upcoming Lunch and Learn sessions. We want to make sure our events are valuable for our members. Tell us which topics, skills, and discussions interest you most. Please complete a short survey with your feedback. Workplaces with the most responses will be …

Date: October 7, 2025Location: Hennessy’s Restaurant, Miramichi NB Meeting called to order at 1915 by Gilles Comeau, President Attendance as follows: Gilles Comeau, Jolene Underhill, Ann Tozer-Johnson, Sara Hallihan, Amy Hamilton, Emma Durham, Jody Knowles, Laura Kidd, Pascale Robichaud-Lebreton, Mario  Doucet , Remi Parent , Cecille Bastarache, Darren Brown, Katelin Hogan, Mark Bellefleur (RD) 1. …

ST. JOHN’S (Newfoundland and Labrador), [Friday, October 2, 2026] — Federal scientists rallied in downtown St. John’s today to push back against Bill C-39 and warn that the federal government is weakening the science, expertise and independent institutions Canada relies on to keep people and the environment safe. Members of the Professional Institute of the …

You’re invited to the PIPSC CP Vancouver Sub-Group Movie event featuring The Cat in the Hat! When: Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM (movie starts promptly at 9:30 AM)Where: New Westminster Landmark Cinema, 800 Carnarvon St #390, New Westminster Each member may request up to 2 tickets. Each ticket includes a popcorn and a …