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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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:
Blue Monday Contest
We get it. It's cold. It's dark. There's snow and ice.
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.
Executive Board
The SEIU-West Executive Board is elected to be responsible for governance of all aspects of the union and its services to members. Another important part of their role is Internal Organizer, in which they mentor and support Unit Executive members in their roles as leaders in the workplace. If you are unit executive member, Unit Chair, Unit Vice-Chair, Unit Co-Chair, or Unit Communicator, and you would like to reach out to find your Internal Organizer (IO), please complete our Contact form with your request.
2024 Board Meetings:
List subject to change.
January 4 | Hybrid |
February 1 | Hybrid |
March 7 | Hybrid |
April 4 | Hybrid |
May * | In Person * Date & Location TBD based upon 2024 Leadership Conference |
June 6 | Hybrid |
August 1 | Hybrid |
September 5 | Hybrid |
October 3 | Hybrid |
November 7 | Hybrid |
December 4 & 5 |
In Person |
Top Officers:
President |
Vice President
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Treasurer
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Trustees:
Kerrie Boyd | Chris Clark | Colleen Deniss |
Current Executive Board:
Former Saskatoon Health Region |
Former Five Hills Health Region |
Sheila Boruch *on leave Former Cypress Health Region |
Former Saskatoon Health Region |
Education & Allied Sector |
CBO/Private Sector |
Former Saskatoon Health Region |
Former Heartland Health Region |
Former Cypress Health Region |
Valentine Osadugba *on leave Extendicare Sector |
Former Saskatoon Health Region |
Former Five Hills Health Region |
Former Saskatoon Health Region |
Former Saskatoon Health Region |
Carly Orellana *on leave Young Worker Representative |
Worker of Colour Representative |
Gender & Sexual Diversity Representative |
Vacant First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Representative |
If you are a member of SEIU-West and would like to request a copy of the audited financial statements, please click here and complete the form.
Unionism 101 - 2024
The SEIU-West Education Department is pleased to invite you to apply for Unionism 101 on January 31st.
Southwest Homes Bargaining Update No. 2
Date: January 8, 2024
Greetings Sisters, Brothers, and Colleagues,
Bargaining Bulletin No. 3: Luther Care Communities Group Home
Date: December 21, 2023
Greetings Sisters and Brothers,
SEIU-West/SAHO Bargaining Update No. 10
Date: December 21, 2023
Sisters, Brothers and Friends,
Holiday Contest
For many of us, the holidays are a time to curl up under a blanket and watch your favourite movies with some popcorn and hot chocolate!
2023 Scholarship Winners
The SEIU-West Education Committee is pleased to announce that all of the 2023 Scholarship Winners have been awarded and the winners have been notified.
First Nations Métis Inuit Scholarship
SEIU-West First Nations Métis Inuit Committee is pleased to offer yearly scholarships for members who are Status Indian, Non-Status Indian, Inuit or Métis who are in good standing (dues paying members) that are taking a class in a College, University or recognized Tech or Vocational Post-Secondary School for the year they are applying in.
Applications must be received by December 15th and include: proof of registration, receipt of payment and an essay on "How can the labour movement be an ally with First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples?”
Apply here.
In order to ensure as many people benefit from this program as possible, if you have won an SEIU-West Scholarship within the past three years, you will not be considered.
Happy Holidays from SEIU-West
As we reflect on the past year, there’s been more than our fair share of chaos and division. Some of it is real and some of its political posturing. But we can take the gift of this holiday season and choose peace, friendship, and understanding.
Saskatchewan Labour Board Decision: Former Extendicare Regina Facilities
Following the November 30 decision of the Saskatchewan Labour Relations Board (LRB) with respect to the successorship of the former Extendicare Regina facilities, SEIU-West held meetings at Elmview, Parkside, and Sunset Special Care Homes to explain the recent decision to move workers from SEIU-West to CUPE.