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The Institute is saddened to learn of the untimely passing of our friend and colleague, Brandon Wilson.

Brandon passed away on October 23, 2022 at the age of 36.  He will be missed.

Brandon became a steward at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada in 2019.

He was a member of the IT Ottawa West Sub-Group and Ottawa West Branch.

The Institute extends its condolences to Brandon’s family and to the many friends who were privileged to know him.

Visitation will be held at the Kelly Funeral Home, 580 Eagleson Road in Kanata on Wednesday, November 9 from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Thursday, November 10 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

A funeral service will take place on Friday, November 11 at 10 a.m. at Bethel Pentecostal Church, 500 Viewmount Drive, Nepean.

Condolences and memories can be expressed online.

Published on 3 November 2022

Strong words for the Standing Committee on Government Operations about the government's reliance on outsourcing good jobs

On October 24, 2022 President Jennifer Carr appeared before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Government Operations and Estimates (OGGO) to discuss the nefarious effects of outsourcing on our members, public services and Canadian taxpayers.
Published on 2 November 2022

We’re currently looking for additional members in your workplace to be a local Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) representative.

In the face of COVID-19 and return to workplaces, health and safety is more important than ever. Our local OHS representatives are crucial in ensuring the health and safety of our workplaces, and we need your help to make it happen.

PIPSC plays an important role in ensuring the health and safety of our workspaces by selecting employees to be OHS representatives. You don’t have to be a union steward to volunteer for this role. The responsibilities of an OHS representative include:

  • Implement policies and programs to educate your colleagues about workplace health and safety
  • Participate in inquiries, investigations, studies, and inspections about the health and safety of your workplace when required
  • Consider and address complaints related to worker health and safety in your workplace
  • Create OHS action plans, and address any workplace complaints
  • Conduct regular health and safety inspections in your workplace

Help ensure a safer workplace for you and your colleagues by becoming an OHS representative. The deadline to apply is November 7, 2022.

If you have any questions about becoming an OHS representative, please contact your department’s National Consultation President. Apply today!