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December 6 is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women in Canada. This day has been marked for 30 years to honour and remember the fourteen young women who were murdered in an act of gender-based violence at l'École Polytechnique de Montréal.

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16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an international campaign to end violence against girls, women (cisgender and transgender) and gender-diverse people.

“It’s time to finally turn the page on a sombre time for Canada’s labour movement as a whole, and the federal public service in particular,” said Debi Daviau in her opening presentation.

On October 29th the Federal Government announced proactive pay equity legislation which would require federally regulated workplaces to examine their compensation practices and ensure that women and men receive equal pay for equal work.

The Bargaining Team held our first meeting in Ottawa from Thursday November 8 to Saturday November 10, 2018, and had a busy three days establishing the foundation for effective negotiations with the Employer:

On November 20, workplaces and communities across Canada and around the world will take the time to observe Transgender Day of Remembrance and commemorate those individuals who have lost their lives or faced violence and discrimination due to transphobia.

"Never underestimate the motivation of the forces that are fighting our unions." Steven Kreisberg, AFSCME The theme of the 99th AGM was “Crossroads,” alluding to the choice that lies before PIPSC and the labour movement. 

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Iris Craig November 4, 2018.  One of the Institute’s longest-serving Presidents, Iris Craig was first elected President on January 1, 1986 and retired on December 31, 1993. At that time, PIPSC represented 34,000 members under 52 separate occupational groups under 13 different employers.

Members of the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC) on November 3 concluded their Annual General Meeting, and weeks of voting, by announcing the re-election of Debi Daviau as PIPSC President for a further three-year term.

At  6:03 p.m. on Saturday, November 3, 2018, President Debi Daviau returned to the podium to give her closing remarks.

On behalf of the PIPSC 2018 National Elections Committee and Committee Chair Jim McMillan,  Elections Committee member Stephan Moushian presented to the AGM the report of the results of the 2018 PIPSC National Elections

PIPSC President and Legacy Foundation Chair Debi Daviau thanked the members in all the Regions for their fundraising efforts and contributions to the Legacy Foundation.

Delegates viewed a video update on the Institute’s Legacy Foundation, including brief profiles of this year’s scholarship laureates.  

In 2019, Canadians – including some 270,000 federal public employees – will vote in Canada’s 43rd federal election. This election matters in many ways to many of us. It matters to you. It matters to other Canadians. It matters to unions.

The “Steward of the Year” award acknowledges those who have gone “above and beyond” their duties to assist members and who have made extraordinary contributions to the Institute. On video, Regional Directors introduced their Stewards of the Year. 

The Professional Institute has undertaken to support women in science through the Science Advisory Committee’s 2017-19 Strategic Plan.

During lunch and health breaks, members benefited from the presence of our ServicePlus partners to learn about products and services available to them at advantageous rates.

On Friday evening, PIPSC and the BC/Yukon Region hosted a reception for all delegates to share some stimulating entertainment and unique flavours enjoyed on Canada’s West coast.

Members can be proud of what PIPSC has accomplished over the past year. Members can also be proud of what they do every day for Canadians.  Others deserve to know and celebrate what PIPSC members do.

President Debi Daviau introduced the Board motion to create Professionals Canada:

President Debi Daviau presented awards to five deserving Institute members for their exemplary and inspiring leadership, and thanked the members of the Award Selection Panel – Chair Bert Crossman, Ralph Herman, and Nita Saville – for reviewing the nominations and for recommending these laureates.

Our 99th AGM is a pivotal one for the Institute. The theme of this year’s AGM is “Crossroads” – the delegates are facing a historic decision about the direction of the Institute beyond its 100th anniversary.

President Debi Daviau gave a vibrant bilingual address. Of the many accomplishments over the past year, many were the result of long-term planning and many were the result of vital relationships built and maintained over time, and strengthened by both setbacks and success.

At 10:15 a.m. Steve Kreisberg delivered the keynote address. Steve is the Director of Research and Collective Bargaining Services with A.F.S.C.M.E. – the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees.

At 8:30 a.m. sharp on Friday, November 2, 2018, AGM Co-Chairs Marilyn Best and Richard East called the 99th Annual General Meeting to order with a warm welcome to the 458 delegates.

The Canadian Labour Congress, labour and community leaders will react to the federal government’s announcement of proactive pay equity legislation at a news conference on Parliament Hill on Wednesday.

ServicePlus is pleased to announce our new partnership with GoodLife Fitness.

Members have until 12:00 PM ET on November 2nd to submit online or mail in ballots.

Fighting for the retirement security of its members, and for all Canadians, is a top priority for the Institute. I would like to update you on where we stand on this critical issue at this time.

The Institute is pleased to announce the Bargaining Team, appointed by President Debi Daviau, who will be responsible for negotiating the transition of the RCMP Civilian Members into the six Core Public Administration collective agreements with Treasury Board.

As a part of our response to The Government of Canada’s move to open workplace design, we conducted a random survey of members to learn more about their experiences.

As bargaining season is upon us we are Better Together. Building on our success with Work Force Adjustment and our excellent progress with the Employee Wellness Support Program, representatives from the eighteen (18) groups* under the Treasury Board have joined forces to negotiate common issues at a central bargaining table.

PIPSC and it’s 4,000 members across the B.C./Yukon region endorse the call last week by B.C.’s Professional Employees Association (PEA) to restore s

The news last week that the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) has won major improvements to its members’ dental plan has prompted many PIPSC members to ask if they can soon expect similar improvements.