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:
Southwest Homes Bargaining Update No. 1
November 16, 2023
Greetings Sisters, Brothers, and Colleagues,
It Gets Better Video Project
The SEIU-West Gender and Sexual Diversity Committee is proud to begin production on a video: It Gets Better. This video project will feature SEIU-West members talking about their experiences relating to coming out, in the hopes of sharing the important message that It Gets Better.
2023 Link Award
The Link Award is an annual award for one outstanding SEIU-West member working in one of our many Community Based Organizations that shows tremendous care, pride, and dedication.
Media Release: Unions to Social Services Minister: Don’t fumble the ball on community-based organizations
For Immediate Release
November 6, 2023
SSMLT Reports 2023
The SEIU-West Education Committee sponsored two delegates to attend the Saskatchewan Society of Medical Laboratory Technologists (SSMLT) Fall Conference 2023. Whenever members attend events, we ask for reports to share with our membership. Please see reports below:
Festival of Trees: Decorate our Tree!
The Festival of Trees is a beloved tradition for families in Saskatoon. Thousands of people visit the Western Development Museum every year and are delighted by collections of beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, gingerbread houses, and more.
Healthcare Provider Week - Maria
October 29 - November 4 is Healthcare Provider Week. It is a week to recognize and celebrate the hardworking members who form the team which provides quality and compassionate healthcare to the people of Saskatchewan.
Healthcare Providers' Week - Contest
October 30 - November 3 is Healthcare Provider Week and we want to celebrate all of the hardworking members who are part of the healthcare team with a contest!
Facilities and Engineering Week - Donald
October 22 - 28 is Facilities and Engineering Week and gives us the chance to showcase the important role that facilities team members have in ensuring a safe and efficient environment for patients, residents, staff, and visitors. Today, we are highlighting SEIU-West member Donald, a Facility Maintenance Operator at an urban acute care facility.
SEIU-West/SAHO Bargaining Update No. 8
Date: October 23, 2023
Sisters, Brothers and Friends,
Combined Laboratory & X-Ray Technician Week: Corissa
The third week in October is Combined Laboratory & X-Ray Technician Week and gives us the chance to celebrate the professionals who work in this field. CLXTs perform diagnostic testing that the entire healthcare team relies on to provide care to the patient.
International Pronouns Day
Submitted by Melanie (she/her), SEIU-West Gender & Sexual Diversity Committee Recording Secretary
Happy International Pronouns Day!