Against the Transfer of Civilian Members of the RCMP to the Phoenix Pay System
Today, we join the union community and thousands of people who have already signed a petition tabled by Lenore Zann, Member of Parliament for Cumberland-Colchester to delay their transfer to Phoenix “until the problems with it have been fixed or until there is a reliable and stable replacement.”
Review of CAPE’s 2019 Stewards’ Training Sessions
Our bi-annual steward training sessions attracted an increased number of participants in 2019 reflecting a growing interest among members to play an active role in the Association.
CAPE Members Can Now File Claims for Financial Costs and Investment Losses Caused by Phoenix
Many of you have been waiting for a long time to see the day when you could get compensated for financial damages caused by the Phoenix failures. Under the Phoenix Damages Agreement CAPE signed on June 12, 2019, a process to claim for financial damages was to be fully set up, and that day has finally arrived.
CAPE Marks Black History Month with a Call to Action
As we mark Black History Month, we take a moment to recognise and honour Black culture and Black Canadians and their impact on Canada’s growth, prosperity and accomplishments.
Remembering the 2017 Attack on the Quebec City Mosque
Today marks the third anniversary of the deadly attack on the Quebec City mosque. CAPE denounces these hate crimes and believes that everyone should be able to practice their religion in a safe environment.
Elections 2020 - Call for Volunteer: Elections and Resolutions Committee
This year, members of the Canadian Association of Professional Employees will be called upon to make important decisions regarding their union.
Call for Nominations to Act as Co-Champion on PPSC’s Mental Health and Wellness Steering Committee
The Public Prosecution Service of Canada along with fellow bargaining agents, are looking to jointly nominate a co-champion to co-lead PPSC’s Mental Health and Wellness Steering Committee.
CAPE meets with Head of Treasury Board
Last Thursday, January 16th, a delegation from the Canadian Association of Professional Employees (CAPE) led by its President, Greg Phillips, met with the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, the President of the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (TBS) and his team.
Domestic violence: mobilizing employers and labour unions
Today ends this month’s national and global campaigns promoting solutions to fight gender-based violence, as well as domestic violence experienced by women.
Update on bedbugs in federal buildings
As you may know, either from personal experience or from the news, bed bugs were found in some federal buildings in Ottawa a few weeks ago. We’ve been keeping a close eye on this issue and have discussed it with other federal unions as well as with the federal government.
