The London AFS Subgroup of PIPSC will be hosting a picnic this year for members and their family and friends but we can’t decide when to have it.
Please let us know which month you would prefer, June or September.
You can let us know by email at p_andres@pipsc.ca or through our Facebook group page: London PIPSC AFS Subgroup
Dear AFS members,
The AFS Bargaining Team shared our AFS specific pay proposals electronically with the Employer on January 26, 2019. We took this unusual step to give the Employer every opportunity to obtain a mandate and respond meaningfully when we meet on February 12 to 14.
We will make detailed presentations to explain the justifications for our pay demands during these same meetings.
For transparency, we will post all of our pay demands as part of bargaining update following our February bargaining session.
Notice of Annual General Meeting for PIPSC AV North Central Vancouver Island (NCVI) Subgroup, for members located in Campbell River - Comox - Courtenay - Duncan - Ladysmith - Lake Cowichan - Lantzville - Lazo - Nanaimo - Nanoose Bay - Northern Vancouver Island - Parksville - Port McNeill - Port Hardy - Port Alberni - Pt. Alice - Tofino - Ucluelet – Wellington.
Date: March 13, 2019
Location: Aquaculture Boardroom, 1965 Island Diesel Way, Nanaimo
Time: 12 - 1pm
Date: Monday, March 11, 2019 @ 1800 (6pm).
Location: Station Pub, 3122 Station Rd, Abbotsford, BC V4X 2S8
Welcome and Introductions from the President.
Approval/Changes to Agenda.
Adoption 2017 Minutes/ Business Arising.
Treasurer's Report.
Election.
Bargaining Update: Ian Shaw
LMC/RMC/NMC Update: Phil Johnson
Other Business.
Award Presentation
Guest Speaker: Robert McDonald
Date: Monday, March 11, 2019 @ 1800 (6pm).
Location: Station Pub, 3122 Station Rd, Abbotsford, BC V4X 2S8
Welcome and Introductions from the President.
Approval/Changes to Agenda.
Adoption 2017 Minutes/ Business Arising.
Treasurer's Report.
Election.
Bargaining Update: Ian Shaw
LMC/RMC/NMC Update: Phil Johnson
Other Business.
Award Presentation
Guest Speaker: Robert McDonald
The Atlantic Regional Executive is looking for volunteers to participate as members of the Atlantic Young Professionals Committee (AYPC).
All Atlantic members in good standing are welcome to put their names forward, but preference will be given to members under 40 years of age. Ideally the committee will consist of 8 youth, two from each Atlantic province, plus the Atlantic Regional Director and one member of the Atlantic Regional Executive. To promote succession planning, four of the positions will be for a one year term and four will be for a two year term.
As we reflect on our history, we can be proud of our achievements: our pay equity victories, the socially progressive family leave package which improved maternity, paternity and adoption leaves; pay plans for incumbent-based work of scientists; career development packages for maintenance and enhancement of professional qualifications; and the dental, health and workforce reduction plans over the past decades.
We are the people who do the things that matter to all Canadians – we look after our water quality and our national food supply; inspect our children’s toys; supervise our financial institutions and pension plans; provide severe weather warnings; and ensure that the government has the money it needs to keep the programs we have come to consider part of our national identity from disappearing. These are only some of the tasks Institute members perform every day to safeguard the well-being and security of our fellow citizens.
As we look back on these first 99 years, we can be justifiably proud of the commitment and determination that PIPSC members have always shown in overcoming the numerous obstacles that have confronted them over the years. As it enters its 100th year, the Institute will continue to stand up for its members, to do everything in its power to protect their hard-earned rights, and to ensure that their valuable contributions are recognized by their respective employers and appreciated by Canadians from coast-to-coast.
We’ve come a long way since 1920, in large part because we have stood together through challenging times. Let us take pride in our accomplishments and be encouraged to face the challenges of the future with renewed energy and commitment.
We are pleased to announce that the CCC group has ratified the tentative agreement. We will now work with the Employer to compile the collective agreement in preparation for signature. We don’t anticipate any major delays and will keep you informed of the process as it moves forward. Congratulations!
In Solidarity,
Your Bargaining Team
The PIPSC Central Table Bargaining Team met with Treasury Board representatives from January 29 - 31, 2019 and engaged in a constructive discussion.
Treasury Board tabled updates to their proposals on the Family Leave and Benefits, Union Dues - Other Deductions and Workforce Adjustment. The Treasury Board made two presentations in response to the proposals which were tabled by PIPSC on Pay Administration and Harassment.
Both parties have begun discussions on the general economic increase.
The next bargaining dates are scheduled for March 26 - 28, 2019.
PIPSC Central Bargaining Team members: Mehran Alaee, RE; Adam Fenwick, SH; Stéphanie Fréchette, CFIA-S&A; Dale Hudson, NR; Kim McGuire, AV; Louis Poirier, NRC-RO/RCO; Elizabeth Ptasznik, SP; Robert Scott (Bargaining Coordinator), CS; Robert Trudeau, AFS; Suzelle Brosseau and Pierre Ouellet, PIPSC negotiators.
February 1, 2019