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Good news from Local 60001 Miramichi RCMP-CAFC
Once in a while, USGE is happy to share a good-news story. (more...)
Update on Policy Grievance 2010-84, PSAC v. RCMP
Treasury Board contacted the USGE National Office to request an extension of time to respond to the above-noted grievance. (more...)
Delegate Registration and Resolutions to the 15th Triennial Convention of the USGE
This will serve as a reminder that the deadline date for submission of delegate registration forms is February 4, 2011. (more...)
Update on Policy Grievance 2010-84, PSAC v. RCMP
February 4 has come and gone and Treasury Board has asked for another extension. (more...)
National President's report to the National Executive, February 2011
Fall 2011 Training Confirmed
Looking for By-Laws
During a recent review of our office records, it has been noted that many Locals have not provided the National Office with the most current copy of their By-Laws. (more...)
Position available in the USGE National Office
2011 Louise Pargeter Scholarship Winners announced
USGE is pleased to announce the winners of the 2011 Louise Pargeter Scholarship. (more...)
Convention Committees descent on Ottawa
April in the National Capital Region. That can only mean one thing: time for the USGE Convention Committees to convene! (more...)
National Day of mourning for Canadian Workers
Each April 28 the Canadian labour movement pauses to acknowledge and honour those sisters and brothers who died on the job or due to workplace disease or injury. (more...)
Is Today the day you die at work?
Over 1,000 Canadian workers are dying every year. In Canada, four workers die each day. (more...)
Chronology of events concerning CSC NGWD committees
It's been a long time since USGE has posted an article on this important issue for our members. (more...)
Update - National Detachment Clerk Review
Phase II - Administrative Support Positions Review (more...)
Quick Update on GS/GL issue at CSC
DProblems with CSC's classification review of GS/GL positions continue to escalate. In our last update, we explained that, despite our input on classification and draft job descriptions, this input was not shared with CSC's classification staff. (more...)
Employment equity in the RCMP
What is employment equity? (more...)
Institutional Parole Officer (IPO) Workload Formula
CSC recently performed a desk audit on the IPO Resource Formula. (more...)
CSC Infrastructure Revewal and Reintegration Initiative workshops planned
As part of the Infrastructure Renewal and Reintegration Initiative, CSC, in conjunction with USGE, will be facilitating a series of one-day workshops in the regions during the month of June. (more...)
USGE and the RCMP embark on visits
After consultation with the RCMP, the Labour Relations Directorate has finnaly gotten approval from senior management to embark on this year's triennial visits. (more...)
Important update on Policy Grievance 2010-84, PSAC v. RCMP
USGE is pleased to announced that a confidential and satisfactory agreement has been reached on Policy Grievance 2010-84, PSAC v. RCMP. (more...)
Update on Grievances Related to Phase I of the National Detachment Clerk Review
Treasury Board Secretariat, the RCMP and PSAC/USGE (the “Alliance”) reached an agreement on May 27, 2011, concerning former RCMP employees who left their substantive positions prior to the completion of the National Detachment Clerk Review. (more...)
Countdown to the USGE 15th National Triennial Convention
Everything has been packed and shipped. We're tying up loose ends and going through our to-do lists to make sure we're not forgetting anything. What's up? Convention in Vancouver, that's what! (more...)
City of Ottawa turns back clock on accessibility issues
Ottawa city councillors recently decided to install bike lanes on both sides of one of our busiest streets. Most would ask why this would be of concern to USGE. A fair question deserve a fair answer - the barriers are blocking access to several federal buildings where our members work. (more...)
Early July update on CSC's NGWD committees
Since the most recent article in April 2011 NGWD committees conference calls took place. (more...)
USGE withdraws its support of ICMS at Justice
On July 28, 2011, USGE formally advised the Department of Justice that it was withdrawing its support for use of ICMS at that department. (more...)
Update on Phase II ASPR (Administrative Support Positions Review - RCMP)
During our National Convention in Vancouver, members were advised that until further notice, USGE would not be participating in the ASPR Phase II review as it was currently structured. (more...)
In memoriam - Brother Richard Berkech
It is with great sadness that USGE announces the passing of Brother Richard Berkech. (more...)
Update to the Administrative Support Positions Review - RCMP
As you are aware, the Administrative Support Positions Review (ASPR) – Phase II was initiated in May 2011 following the completion of the Phase 1 Detachment Clerk Review. Phase I involved the review, update and the creation of generic work descriptions for the public service detachment clerk positions. This is to provide you with an update on the ASPR project. (more...)
Phase 2 ASPR RCMP - Update
As previously communicated, Phase 2 Administrative Support Positions Review is focused on those administrative support functions providing direct support to operational policing programs that fall under the Contract Policing and Federal Policing mandates. (more...)
Count yourself in! 2011 Public Service Employees Survey
As you may or may not be aware, the 2011 Public Service Employees Survey (PSES) is taking place until September 30. The purpose of the survey of to find out what issues and concerns are affecting public service members in their workplace. (more...)
Phase 2 ASPR - Regional Working Group Members
The RCMP recently posted the list of Regional Working Group members to the ASPR website. It is reproduced here for your convenience. (more...)
National President report to the National Executive
USGE files an application for judicial review
The USGE has recently filed an application for judicial review in the matter of a decision by Labour Canada, whereby our allegations of a breach by the RCMP of sections 134.1 and 135.1 of the Canada Labour Code (CLC), Part II were dismissed.(more...)
PSES extended to October 7
The deadline to complete the 2011 Public Service Employees Survey has been extended to October 7.(more...)
2012 Labour College Intensive Program now recruiting participants
FThe Canadian Labour Congress is sending out the word that recruitment for their 2012 Labour College Intensive program has now begun. (more...)
Preparations underway for USGE-RCMP Triennial Visits
Every three years, the RCMP Labour Relations & Human Rights Branch and the USGE jointly take part in regional visits.(more...)
The Members’ Plan – Have you had your say?
The PSAC is in the process of developing a Members' Plan that will be designed to set the direction on where our Union needs to go in the next three years.(more...)
Change to the 2012 Labour College Intensive Program dates
As we recently announced, the 2012 Labour College Intensive Program was beginning its recruitment. (more...)
USGE members aren't convenient activists
Imagine, if you will, arriving at a site, expecting training and instead, finding a picket line blocking your way. What do you do? (more...)
Creation of USGE Structure Committee
During the Triennial Convention held in July of this year, Resolution #45 was endorsed by the voting delegates. (more...)
PSAC 2012 Calendars
The ever-popular annual calendar produced by the Public Service Alliance is now available. (more...)
RCMP DA Review Phase I - Retroactive Payments
Now that Phase I of the RCMP DA Review is over, USGE members are wondering when they can expect to receive any retroactive payment owed to them. (more...)
Latest update to the Administrative Support Positions Review (ASPR)
The National Working Group (NWG) continues its work to complete the review of those administrative support functions providing direct support to operational policing programs that fall under Contract Policing and Federal Policing mandates. (more...)
Review of Commuting Assistance for certain CSC workplaces
CSC has recently started a review and study of specific CSC workplaces to determine whether or not there are employee entitlements to communting assistance as outlined in the NJC Commuting Assistance Directive. (more...)
Former USGE RVP Embarks on New Career
Members of the CSC National Labour-Management Consultation Committee (NLMCC) were pleasantly surprised when Sister Helen Friel came to visit during a recent NLMCC meeting.. (more...)