Labour Day, the first Monday in September, has been a statutory holiday in Canada since 1894. It originated in the first workers’ rallies of the Victorian era. Historically, workers marked the day with various activities. These included parades, speeches, games, amateur competitions and picnics. 

- The Canadian Encyclopedia

 

In this time of Coronavirus, in person celebrations are not recommended, and in some cases, not allowed.  The NCR Executive invites you to join us virtually celebrating Labour Day on Monday September 7, 2020 via ZOOM.  

We also invite you to show your Union colours by wearing PIPSC shirts, clothes, hats or any other PIPSC visibility items.

Details for the ZOOM virtual celebration:

Topic:  NCR Virtual Labour Day rally

Time:  September 7, 2020 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://pipsc.zoom.us/j/96758803937?pwd=c3FnL0o0YzY3UW9KRDR6cFFrNkhJUT09

Meeting ID: 967 5880 3937

Passcode: 130906

One tap mobile

8557038985,,96758803937#,,,,,,0#,,130906# Canada Toll-free

Dial by your location

        855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free

        888 475 4499 US Toll-free

Meeting ID: 967 5880 3937

Passcode: 130906

Find your local number: https://pipsc.zoom.us/u/adit99VCjz

 

Questions can be directed to the executive at ncr_executive@pipsc.ca

Looking forward to seeing you on Monday September 7 at noon.

The NCR Executive.