Right to schedule vacation - ECs
CAPE has been informed that some EC members are experiencing challenges in scheduling their accrued leave credits. CAPE would like to take this opportunity to remind you of your right under the collective agreement to schedule vacation leave. It is to be noted that the language in the collective agreement does not provide any limit on the amount of leave that can be requested, nor how far in advance it can be scheduled.
Departments and Agencies to resume return to workplace planning
CAPE has been informed that all Departments and Agencies will be resuming their plans for a gradual return to the workplace which were paused during the Omicron peak. Federal…
CAPE seeks support of NDP critic to improve protection of interpreters’ health and safety
Greg Phillips, National President of CAPE, met with Gord Johns, Canada’s New Democratic Party Critic for Mental Health and Addictions; Public Services and Procurement, seeking his support to champion the implementation of measures to protect federal interpreters’ health and safety at work.
Black History Month - Spotlight on Jean-Sibert Lapolice
CAPE sat down with member Jean-Sibert Lapolice, who is also the strategic engagement and partnership lead at the Federal Black Employees Caucus (FBEC), in honour of Black History Month and the work FBEC is doing.
CAPE files a policy grievance against the Translation Bureau for mismanagement
CAPE filed a policy grievance earlier today challenging the automated weighting system (AWS) currently used by the Translation Bureau.
Demonstrations in the National Capital Region and the use of Code 699
CAPE, along with other Public Service Unions, has shared its concerns with the Employer regarding the impact that some of our members are experiencing from the ongoing demonstrations being held in the National Capital Region and elsewhere in the country. As a result of this advocacy, the Employer has agreed to consider the use of Code 699 leave in the event members are unable to work due to these disturbances. Requests for this leave can also be made retroactively for those who already used other forms of leaves.
CAPE issues complaint against the Translation Bureau for the failure to meet its obligation to protect interpreters’ health and safety
CAPE issued a complaint against the Translation Bureau to the Labour Program of Employment and Social Development Canada on the grounds that it had failed to provide CAPE members with a safe work environment.
February: Celebrating Black History
February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate and recognize all the contributions the Black community has made to Canada's history. It is also a time to reflect on all the progress we have made in the fight against racism and how far we still must go to achieve an inclusive society for all.
CAPE signs MOU with TBS regarding the automatic payment of excess leave for EC and TR members related to Phoenix delays
Earlier this year, we were informed by OCHRO that they would not be renewing the moratorium on the automatic cash-out of excess vacation and compensatory leave beyond 2021. We were informed that the automatic cash-out of excess leave would be back in effect on March 31, 2022.
CAPE to collaborate with CCDI on diversity, equity and inclusion issues
The Canadian Association of Professional Employees (CAPE) has recently established a collaboration with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI). CAPE is taking another step towards improving its performance in achieving diversity, equity, and inclusion goals at the operational level and across member services.