The task of rebuilding the public service is just starting
The Canadian Association of Professional Employees (CAPE) was relieved to see the results of the federal election close the curtain on the reign of Stephen Harper’s Conservatives and place the management of our country in the hands of a new Liberal majority government.
Information on airport taxi lockout at Ottawa International Airport
At their last meeting, the CAPE National Executive passed a motion expressing solidarity with the Ottawa Airport taxi drivers, represented by Unifor Local 1688, who continue to be locked out of the taxi stand at the Ottawa International Airport.
Union leaders vote early to get out the vote and promote change
Union leaders representing nearly 300,000 federal government workers cast their vote, earlier today, in the country’s 42nd federal election campaign.
We ♥ Science
CAPE’s executive also got acquainted with the Science Integrity Project, an inclusive non-partisan effort aimed at improving the use of evidence in decision-making.
Arbitration award for CAPE members at the Library of Parliament
On September 15, the Public Service Labour Relations and Employment Board (PSLREB) issued an arbitration award for CAPE members at the Library of Parliament.
MOB! A new edition of our mobilization bulletin is out!
Hot off the (virtual) press: it's the sixth edition of our mobilization bulletin! Download yours today ! In this edition of MOB: Where do the parties stand on issues affecting the…
Want to be part of the “Harperman” Sing-Along? Here are a few basic precautions
Three thousand people have already confirmed on Facebook that they will be attending the giant “Harperman” sing-along organized by a group of concerned citizens on Parliament Hill, Thursday, September 17 at 2 p.m. Similar events are being held across Canada.
C-59: Complaint filed before the ILO on behalf of federal public service unions
A complaint has been filed before the International Labour Organization (ILO) on behalf of the 18 federal public service bargaining agents, including CAPE, and the 230,000 members they represent.
The inherent tension in Labour Day
This Labour Day, we hope you’ll join us to take part in a celebration of the labour movement and its accomplishments. Like decades past, Labour Day parades will roll through the city of Ottawa and in cities across North America.
Sick leave injunction hearing scheduled for October 29
The motion requesting an injunction to prevent the government from implementing its new sick leave plan will be heard in Ontario Superior Court on October 29.
