In early December, the Saskatchewan Labour Relations Board (the LRB) issued a decision about the five former Extendicare facilities. The decision was based on an interpretation of the regulations that governed a previous restructuring of the healthcare system in 1997, commonly called the ‘Dorsey regulations’. In that decision, the Saskatoon and Moose Jaw facilities remain within the SEIU-West family. However, the 3 Regina-based facilities were moved, without a vote of the membership, into the CUPE 5430 jurisdiction.
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Build Power, Win Justice 2024!
The SEIU-West Political Action & Education Department is pleased to invite members to apply to attend Build Power, Win Justice. This two-day conference will take place at SEIU-West in Saskatoon on March 19th and 20th, 2024. Interested members can apply by completing this application form.
Notice to Members in the Education Sector - Re: STF Strike
January 12, 2024
Good afternoon,
As you may have heard, the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF) has announced that its members across Saskatchewan will be conducting a one-day strike on Tuesday, January 16th.
SEIU-West Education Support Staff Stands with the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation
The Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (the STF) has been bargaining with the Government and Trustee bargaining committee. They have reached an impasse and are unable to make any progress. The STF has notified their members that they will be holding a vote on sanctions against their employer.
Convention 2023: Constitutional Amendments
The following Constitutional Amendments were debated, voted on, and passed during Convention:
International Women's Day 2024
March 8 is International Women’s Day (IWD). IWD has been observed for more than a century. At times, the recognition was in the form of demonstrations or protests; however, in recent years IWD has become a time to reflect on and celebrate the advancement of women’s rights, from financial autonomy to reproductive rights, access to childcare and the prevention of violence against women.
President's Message: International Women's Day 2024
SEIU-West/SAHO Bargaining Update No. 12
Date: March 7, 2024
Sisters, Brothers, and Friends,
Update for MRT and MRT-Specialty
As per the Market Supplement process, the Medical Radiation Technologists and Medical Radiation Technologist - Specialty were reviewed by the Market Supplement Committee and it was recommended by the committee that a market supplement be implemented. This recommendation was reviewed by SAHO, the Employer and Union and the parties agreed to a Market Supplement being implemented.
Black History Month Contest 2024
The SEIU-West Workers of Colour Multicultural Mentorship Committee partnered with SEIU-West's Young Workers Committee to provide Stop Racism Shirts for International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. In the application form, they had an additional optional question:
Tell us what you do to create an inclusive community.
Bargaining Bulletin No. 4: LutherCare Communities Group Home
Date: February 29, 2024
Greetings Sisters and Brothers,
Extendicare Transition Update: February 29, 2024
In early December, the Saskatchewan Labour Relations Board (the LRB) issued a decision about the five former Extendicare facilities. The decision was based on an interpretation of the regulations that governed a previous restructuring of the healthcare system in 1997, commonly called the ‘Dorsey regulations’. In that decision, the Saskatoon and Moose Jaw facilities remain within the SEIU-West family. However, the 3 Regina-based facilities were moved, without a vote of the membership, into the CUPE 5430 jurisdiction.
Apply Today: SFL Summer Camp
The Annual Saskatchewan Federation of Labour (SFL) Summer Camp will be held on August 10-16 at Shekinah Retreat Centre, near Waldheim.
Tampon Tuesday - End Period Poverty
Period poverty describes the struggle faced by women and girls who cannot afford the cost of menstrual products, like pads or tampons. Having a period is a regular occurrence for 50% of the population; however for those who cannot afford basic sanitary supplies, it can become a monthly ordeal that limits their ability to go to school or work. Access to period products is a necessity, yet 1 in 3 Canadian women have sacrificed something else to buy pads or tampons.
3sHealth Updates - Life Events
The 3sHealth Employee Benefits team is proud to release a new section on 3sHealth.ca to help plan members find the information they need more easily.
April 30th Claims Submission Deadline
The April 30th claims submission deadline is approaching quickly. Please remind your employees that all extended health care and dental expenses incurred in 2023 must be submitted to Canada Life before April 30th, 2024.
Black History Month 2024
Workers of Colour Multicultural Mentorship Committee recently connected with Zahra, a proud SEIU-West member to get her thoughts on Black History Month. Here's what she had to say: