Please note: there has been a change to our LOAT date. Please check our Education Schedule for details.
September 9, 2009
Think Public Campaign
As part of our Think Public Campaign this summer, Dawn Wilson, our summer student, traveled across the Island to various festivals to bring our message to the public. During these festivals Dawn sold tickets on two gift baskets filled with PEI products.
The total proceeds from the sale of these baskets ($531.00) were donated to the Charlottetown Food Bank. Jody LaPierre, PSAC Provincial Director, presented our donation during KROCK’s annual food drive.
Congratulations to the lucky winners; Betty Affleck (large basket) and Linda Dawson (wine & cheese basket).
September 1, 2009
Think Public at the Dundas Plowing Match
On Friday the 28th of August PSAC wrapped up the summer portion of the 'Think Public' campaign in Dundas. The Dundas Plowing Match was an ideal environment for the 'Think Public' campaign. We worked hard to bring the campaing to several festivals and events throughout PEI this summer and we want to take this opportunity to thank everyone for another successful year with 'Think Public'.
August 25, 2009
Old Home Week
Old Home Week is one of the biggest events in PEI and runs for a total of nine days. This year Old Home Week started on August 14th and concluded on August 22nd. PSAC set up a booth inside the trade centre with other organizations and vendors. Our booth remained up for the nine days and was staffed for five days. We displayed information on our think public and student worker campaigns. Adults and children alike were interested in our PSAC materials including pamphlets, tattoos, fans and frisbees. Members of the public showed their support for the student worker campaign by signing our petition. Overall, Old Home Week was a positive environment to share the think public message.
August 20, 2009
Crapaud Exhibition
On Saturday July 25th, 2009 PSAC attended the Crapaud exhibition. The Crapaud Exhibition is one of the biggest agricultural exhibitions in PEI and draws people from across the island. The PSAC table was set up inside the arena along with twenty other displays. The public was interested in our think public message and also the student worker campaign.
August 11, 2009
Dawn Wilson - PSAC Summer Student, PEI
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July 21, 2009
Summerside Lobster Carnival
The 54th Summerside Lobster Carnival was a huge success and welcomed visitors from across the Maritimes. As part of the Lobster Carnival, PSAC took part in the sidewalk sale on Tuesday July 14th and Wednesday July 15th, 2009. The PSAC’s colourful display area attracted many visitors who were encouraged to take PSAC materials. Throughout the day both past and present members stopped by to catch up on PSAC related news. The protect student workers’ petition was displayed and over fifty people demonstrated their support by signing.
July 21, 2009
Lobbying Efforts Pay Off
After successful lobbying, the Health & Safety Officer position on P.E.I.
has been reinstated.
July 15, 2009
PEI Pride Parade
On Saturday July 11th, 2009, PEI celebrated the 11th annual Pride Parade. The PEI Pride Parade signified the conclusion of pride week in PEI. Twenty-five entries took part in the parade which was themed “We are Family”. The PSAC was on hand to help organizers promote equality for all people. PSAC members distributed tattoos, fans, pamphlets and flags to the crowds. The parade concluded with a gathering in the park featuring refreshments and entertainment where PSAC materials dominated the scene.
July 14, 2009
Loss of health & safety officer on P.E.I.
concerns Federal Employees.
For those of you keeping tabs on the cuts made by the federal government to services
on Prince Edward Island, here’s another one. The one and only Labour Affairs Officer (LAO) position with Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) has been eliminated, the position is commonly called the Health and Safety officer.
For more information, see two newspaper articles below.
July 14, 2009
COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT REACHED WITH
THE CHARLOTTETOWN AIRPORT AUTHORITY
July 7, 2009 - A 4 year collective agreement was signed between the PSAC Local 60925 and the Charlottetown Airport Authority Inc. with a 12% wage increase over the life of this collective agreement.
Members of the bargaining team were Wade MacMillan and Sterling Jay of Local 60925, Wayne Fagan UCTE Atlantic RVP, Larry Welsh NL Regional Rep and Negotiator Anna Goguen.
A small reception was held at the Maintenance Hall of the Charlottetown Airport with members of the local and management in attendance. Among the participants were Atlantic REVP Jeannie Baldwin who may have aspirations on becoming a firefighter as you will see in the picture along with her grandson at the wheels of the fire truck.
July 2, 2009
Wood IslandsCanada Day Celebrations!
Despite overcast weather, WoodIslands area residents gathered yesterday to celebrate Canada Day at the Wood Islands Women’s Institute building. Festivities included: live music, delicious treats and interactive games. The PSAC was also on hand during the celebrations to promote the importance of quality public services. Members of the community were invited to take information pamphlets, tattoos and fans. In order to reach a broad audience the PSAC will be promoting the “Think Public” message at various festivals and events during the summer months. Be sure to keep an eye out for "Think Public" festivals and events this summer!
June 23, 2009
Ghassan Kassouf was recently awarded the
Public Service Award of Excellence
June 22, 2009
PEI Commissioniares Ratification Vote
CHARLOTTETOWN:
Wednesday, June 24th
2:00 - 4:30 .....&...... 6:00 - 8:30
Murphy Centre, Richmond Street, Charlottetown
SUMMERSIDE:
Thursday, June 25th
2:30 - 5:30
Summerside Legion
June 10, 2009
Save Our Farms
Canadians need a safe, secure and sustainable food supply.
Please check out the link below and sign the petition.
On May 29th, 2009 Clair Smith, Executive Director, United Way of Prince Edward Island presented Debi Buell, National Vice President, Union of Veterans Affairs for Charlottetown Head Office and Secretary of the Area Council with the "Thanks a Thousand Times over" award plaque on behalf of all Public Service Alliance of Canada member's on PEI who give so generously through their various workplace campaigns.
April 16, 2009
PEI Human Rights Committee
Jeannie Baldwin and the Human Rights Committee recently welcomed a new Executive:
Chair - Chris O'Hara
Treasurer - Jody LaPierre
Secretary - Debi Buell
Special thanks to outgoing Chair, Ghassan Kassouf’s leadership and congratulations
for the great year of Social Justice Work. This year’s projects included volunteering
at the Food Bank & Habitat for Humanity, packing Salvation Army food baskets, participating in Run for the Cure, lobbying MP’s around Bill C-10, and the Heat & Eat Campaign that assisted many low income families.
We look forward to another productive and successful year.
April 16, 2009
PEI Area Council
The Area Council elected a new Executive at their April 15th meeting.
Chair: Dawn Hardy
1st Vice-President: Jody Lapierre
Secretary: Debi Buell
Treasurer: Heather Ford (welcome Heather)
Ian LeClair, Heather Ford, Dawn Hardy, Jody LaPierre, Chris Walsh and Debi Buell
Agenda items at the meeting included: The National Day of Mourning ceremonies (April 28th); H&S Labour Officer position; Bill C-10; Canada Post agreement; Resolutions to the upcoming PSAC Triennial Convention; and a request for Political Action training this year.
April 7, 2009
PSAC’s e-Train labour learning on-line is now officially up and running.
