Info pickets provide an opportunity for SEIU-West members to send a message to their employer and to the general public, that bargaining needs to progress and SEIU-West members deserve a fair contract! This is not job action or a strike, attendance at an info picket is voluntary and takes place on unpaid time, such as a day off or during a break. In addition, it can't take place on the employer's property and we cannot interfere with the flow of people or traffic.
Pinned
President's Message: Christmas 2024
As 2024 winds to a close and the excitement and anticipation of holiday celebrations across many different faiths and cultures ramps up, I wanted to take a moment to share thanks.
Janice Platzke Receives Larry Hubich Lifetime of Service Award
We are so excited to announce that your SEIU-West Treasurer, Janice Platzke, received the Larry Hubich Lifetime of Service Award at the 2024 Saskatchewan Federation of Labour Convention in late October. Congratulations, Janice!
Here's what her nominator had to say about Janice and her years of service:
Pink Shirt Day & The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
March 21, 2025 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. This day is observed each year in remembrance of the day that police in Sharpeville South Africa opened fire on and killed 69 people at a peaceful demonstration against apartheid "pass laws" in 1960.
Info Pickets
Info pickets provide an opportunity for SEIU-West members to send a message to their employer and to the general public, that bargaining needs to progress and SEIU-West members deserve a fair contract! This is not job action or a strike, attendance at an info picket is voluntary and takes place on unpaid time, such as a day off or during a break. In addition, it can't take place on the employer's property and we cannot interfere with the flow of people or traffic.
Saskatoon & District Labour Council 2025 AGM
The 65th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Saskatoon and District Labour Council (SDLC) will be held at Masonic Temple, 1021 Saskatchewan Crescent West on February 7th & 8th, 2025.
Media Release: SEIU-West Proposes Healthcare Improvements to the Newly Appointed Ministers of Health
For Immediate Release
January 8, 2025
SEIU-West Proposes Healthcare Improvements to the Newly Appointed Ministers of Health
National Ribbon Skirt Day 2025
January 4th is National Ribbon Skirt Day in Canada, and the SEIU-West First Nations Métis Inuit Committee (FNMIC) would like to share some information about this special day:
Merry Christmas from SEIU-West's First Nations Métis Inuit Committee
Hi, my name is Debbie Desjarlais and I'm a co-chair of the First Nations Métis Inuit committee for SEIU-West and I would like to say Miyo Manitou Kisikansi...Môcikihta ôma oskâyi askî (Merry Christmas! Have fun in this new year...be happy.)
(Northern Michif Y dialect)
Hi, My name is Janell Kachuik and I'm a co-chair of the First Nations Métis Inuit committee for SEIU-West and I would like to say...Mitho Makosi Kesikansi (Merry Christmas and Happy New Year)
(Cree with TH dialect)
A Winter Solstice Blessing from the FNMIC
December 21st is Winter Solstice. This day has been celebrated by many First Nations for centuries as a time to slow down and acknowledge the new season, and this day is often celebrated with ceremonies and community gatherings.
The SEIU-West First Nations Métis Inuit Committee would like to share a blessing with you:
SEIU-West/SAHO Bargaining Update No. 17
December 20, 2024
Sisters, Brothers, and Friends,
Your SEIU-West Bargaining Committee met with SAHO on December 2nd and 3rd in Saskatoon.
President's Message: Christmas 2024
As 2024 winds to a close and the excitement and anticipation of holiday celebrations across many different faiths and cultures ramps up, I wanted to take a moment to share thanks.
3sHealth Extended Health Care and Dental Plan Eligibility
We are sharing the following information from 3sHealth:
Local healthcare workers picket to "make some noise"
Local healthcare workers picket to "make some noise"
Solidarity with the Canadian Union of Postal Workers
Unions are made up of groups of workers that join together to raise the working standards for all and create a more just and humane society. There are roughly four million unionized workers in Canada.