Category Archives: general interest – GSU members
WE’RE WORKING ON IT: Long-term temporary employee seeking permanent employee status
GSU staff rep Brian Lark is assisting a member who has been a temporary employee for six years. The member was originally a summer student hired as a temporary employee, and for the following five years the employee was hired … Continue reading
10 days paid sick leave now in force in federal jurisdiction
Ten days of employer-paid sick leave are now available for private sector workers who fall under the jurisdiction of the Canada Labour Code. Workers who have been continuously employed for at least 30 days will have access to their first … Continue reading
Know your OH&S rights! #3 – The right to refuse work that could affect your health and safety or that of others
As an employee in Canada, you have a minimum of three basic rights when it comes to Occupational Health and Safety. These rights were born in Saskatchewan and later adopted by all provinces and the country. While Canadian occupational health … Continue reading
WE’RE WORKING ON IT: GSU staff rep Steve Torgerson is assisting a member with a position elimination
“Having your position eliminated is different than being terminated for cause because it has nothing to do with work performance. That said, being told your position is being eliminated is still difficult,” Torgerson said. “It’s important to know your rights … Continue reading
Have you seen people wearing a small patch of hide pinned to their clothing?
The Moose Hide Campaign stands up against violence towards women and children. Those wearing a small patch of hide pinned to their clothing you are participating in the Moose Hide Campaign and committing to honour, respect, and protect the women … Continue reading
WE’RE WORKING ON IT: “My employer wants to extend my probationary period …”
GSU staff rep Brian Lark assisted a member when the employer wanted to extend their probationary period. “There are reasonable reasons to extend probation periods but there can also be unreasonable extensions implemented by employers,” GSU staff rep Mason Van … Continue reading
GSU delegates attend 66th SFL convention
Twenty-one GSU delegates joined 340 delegates from other unions as they attended the 66th convention of the Saskatchewan Federation of Labour held in Regina from October 26 to 28. Convention activities began on the evening of Oct. 25 with delegate … Continue reading
Sask. minimum wage now the lowest in Canada
On Oct. 1 Saskatchewan’s minimum wage increased to $13 per hour and moved from second last place to a last place ranking in Canada. With the country’s lowest minimum wage is it any wonder that employers in some sectors are … Continue reading
GSU members and staff attended the annual Sask. Federation of Labour’s OH&S conference last week
The act and regulations regarding OH&S were born in Saskatchewan 50 years ago. Since then, Canada and many other countries have come to Saskatchewan to observe and adopt our laws and regulations regarding OH&S. To learn more about GSU’s contribution … Continue reading
Congratulations to our 2022 GSU scholarship recipients
It’s September and everyone is back at school, including our five scholarship recipients. Each year GSU is pleased to offer $2,000 scholarships to five students who demonstrate an ability and a passion to inspire positive change in their community. The … Continue reading
Happy Labour Day, workers! Join the labour-movement-sponsored celebrations in Regina, Saskatoon and Moose Jaw on Sept. 5
Labour Day is a day to celebrate workers. Join your local Labour Day celebrations in Regina, Saskatoon and Moose Jaw! Regina – Labour Day Family Picnic Join the Regina and District Labour Council, the Saskatchewan Building Trades, Saskatchewan Federation of Labour, … Continue reading
GSU’s executive committee met Aug. 31
GSU’s executive committee met Aug. 31 to review union administration, finances and applications received for the general secretary position. They also discussed arrangements for the autumn 2022 Joint Executive Council meeting and the 2023 GSU biennial policy convention. The executive … Continue reading
Wagner to attend meeting with Sask. Minister of Highways
GSU general secretary Hugh Wagner will attend a roundtable meeting this evening with Saskatchewan’s new Minister of Highways and Transportation, Hon. Jeremy Cockrill. Hosted by the Western Transportation Advisory Council (WESTAC), the meeting will also include senior executives from BHP … Continue reading
Remember to *get even* with those who do right by you
When someone does us wrong, there is definitely temptation to seek revenge or a find a way to get even. But what about when someone does right by us? Everyone enjoys being appreciated or acknowledged for something they have done … Continue reading
GSU JOB POSTING: General Secretary
Job posting: GSU General Secretary The Joint Executive Council of Grain and General Services Union (ILWU Canada) has approved advertising for recruitment to the position of general secretary, the chief executive officer of the union, which will be vacated with the retirement … Continue reading