Hi Friend, I’m excited to share with you that the Douglas Coldwell Layton Foundation has released our first piece of original, peer-reviewed research on the timely topic of mental health and wellness in the workplace. This report is part one of a three phase research project. You can read the full report here: www.douglascoldwelllayton.ca/mental-health-wellness-report. Mental […]
The following message is playing on CISL 650 AM from August 29 to September 4. Created by the PPWC, it demonstrates that labour produces all wealth, and our rights as workers should be protected and celebrated. “For some, Labour Day means just another long weekend. But the Public and Private Workers of Canada reminds everyone […]
The CCU/CSC will provide annual bursaries of $1,000 for dependent children of members of unions belonging to the CCU/CSC for the purpose of furthering their post-secondary education. For Information: The draw to select the winners will occur at the EB meeting on Sunday, October 16, 2022. The successful applicants will be notified by email shortly […]
To Kelly Johnson, PPWC National President Good afternoon: The Ministry of Labour is inviting British Columbians to participate in a survey on how workplaces and businesses can commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (September 30th) each year, including whether B.C. should establish a new employer-paid statutory holiday starting in 2023. The National Day […]
In June 2022, the Confederation of Canadian Unions held its Labour School in Montreal, Quebec on the issues of mental health and well-being. Speakers included: 1. Steve Lurie recently retired as the Executive Director of the Canadian Mental Health Association Toronto Branch, a post he held since 1979. Steve has written and lectured extensively on […]