For Immediate Release
November 6, 2023
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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.
Join the JJE Maintenance Committee
SEIU-West is looking to train and support a member who is interested in participating in the Joint Job Evaluation Maintenance Committee as an alternate. We want to broaden the skill set of our member leaders and activists and are posting for this position.
Extendicare - SHA Transition: October 11, 2023
Re: Parties' Closing Arguments Regarding the SEIU-West Successorship Application
On September 29, the final arguments from SEIU-West, the Saskatchewan Health Authority (the SHA), CUPE and SGEU were heard by the Saskatchewan Labour Relations Board (SLRB) on SEIU-West’s successorship application to continue to represent the members of SEIU-West at the Extendicare facilities in Moose Jaw, Saskatoon, and the three Extendicare facilities in Regina.
President's Message: Labour Day 2023
Labour Day is a day for us to pause and celebrate the contributions of working people to our society. Not only for those who are in a trade union, but for every worker.
Build Power, Win Justice
The SEIU-West Political Action & Education Department is pleased to invite members to apply for the first ever Build Power, Win Justice two-day conference, taking place at Living Skies Casino in Swift Current on October 18 and 19th, 2023. Interested members can apply by completing this application form.
Convention 2023: Recap
SEIU-West 2023 Convention took place in Saskatoon May 30 - June 1. Below is a summary of some key changes members should be aware of.
Media Release: Public Healthcare for All!
For Immediate Release
June 1, 2023
Saskatoon—Supporters of a strong public healthcare system joined SEIU-West members at the Saskatoon Cabinet Office to highlight the need for government investment in the patients, clients, and residents and the people who care for them in this province.
Extendicare - SHA Transition: April 14, 2023
In our most recent update, we had identified to our SEIU-West members that vacation banks, time in lieu banks and stat/pro-stat banks would be posted in your workplaces by the end of March. Unfortunately, it was only recently brought to our attention that this did not happen
Saskatchewan Health Authority Testing Program Reimbursement
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) and SEIU-West have resolved the outstanding grievances filed in response to the Proof of Vaccination/Monitored Testing Program.
MEPC Meeting Notes
The Municipal Employees’ Pension Commission (MEPC, the Commission) met on February 17, 2023.
Scheduler's Week 2023: Kristie
March 26 – April 1 is Scheduler’s Week and we are here to celebrate the hardworking members who manage staff scheduling while considering collective bargaining agreements and the guidelines of each department.
Media Release: Saskatchewan People Not a Priority in SaskParty Budget
For Immediate Release
March 23, 2023
Regina—In release of the 2023-2024 provincial budget, it was made abundantly clear that the SaskParty doesn’t care about the struggles faced by regular working people and the most vulnerable populations in our province.
Media Release: Sask Budget 2023-24: Time to Invest in a Culture of Care
For Immediate Release
March 21, 2023
Saskatchewan—In a time where Saskatchewan people are struggling to make ends meet, SEIU-West members are looking for the new provincial budget to show a commitment to creating solutions to the situation.
Expression of Interest: Elections Committee
The SEIU-West Convention is being held in Saskatoon from May 30 to June 1, 2023. The Convention will include elections for the following positions on the SEIU-West Executive Board
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination 2023
SEIU-West's Multicultural Mentorship Committee (MMC) along with the membership of SEIU-West, recognizes the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
Bargaining Update: Sienna Sabra
Date: March 17, 2023
Greetings Sisters and Brothers,
Regina & District Labour Council AGM 2023
International Transgender Day of Visibility 2023
In celebration of International Transgender Day of Visibility on March 31st, the Gender and Sexual Diversity Committee has a contest!
Send your completed crossword to [email protected] by April 2nd to enter to win a prize!
Nominations: Shelly Banks Above & Beyond Award 2023
This award has been established to honour Shelly Banks who led by example and served as SEIU-West vice-president from 2008-2015.
Her invaluable and outstanding contributions have made a significant and lasting impact on our members and our union.
MEPC Meeting Notes
The Municipal Employees’ Pension Commission (MEPC, the Commission) met on January 20, 2023.
Wicihitowin Indigenous Engagement Conference Reports
SEIU-West Multicultural Mentorship Committee (MMC) members and First Nations Métis Inuit Committee (FNMIC) members attended the 2022 Wicihitowin Conference and have provided the following reports: