Union: Using pensions for early retirement is 'borderline theft'
The head of a major Canadian public service union strongly criticizes a proposal to fund an early retirement incentive through pension plans, calling it a risky move for workers.
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Public sector union PSAC sued by suspended executives
Canada's largest public service union, PSAC, faces three lawsuits from component union leaders suspended after opposing a 2023 labour deal. Plaintiffs seek millions in damages and reinstatement.
Union exec sues PSAC over alleged bogus pay scheme
A sidelined union president is suing PSAC, alleging a scheme allowed staff to get extra pay without membership approval. Get the full story on the legal battle and financial irregularities.
Federal outsourcing hits $26.1B despite cuts promise
Federal Budget 2025 projects a 37% surge in spending on private consultants, contradicting Liberal election pledges to reduce reliance on outsourcing. Analysis reveals a troubling shift away from public service expertise.
Canadian Private Sector Unionization Drops to 15%
New data reveals a stark divide in Canadian unionization, with public sector workers five times more likely to be unionized. Explore the trends reshaping labour.
Government Rejects Call to Measure Public Service Productivity
The federal government has declined a proposal to implement productivity measurement across the public service. Treasury Board President Shafqat Ali's decision, announced December 16, 2025, sparks debate on accountability.
Federal Government Rejects Public Service Productivity Metrics
A new report outlines 19 ways to boost federal productivity, but the government shows no interest in tracking it. Discover the key findings and Ottawa's response.
Spotify back online after worldwide outage
Spotify has largely restored its streaming service after a widespread outage on December 15, 2025, impacted thousands of users globally, according to Downdetector data.
Leaked Plan Suggests Full-Time Office Return for Federal Workers
A leaked Treasury Board document reveals plans for a stricter, five-day in-office mandate for federal public servants by 2027, sparking union backlash and concerns over productivity and morale.
New union strike hits Montreal STM transit system
Montreal's public transit faces further disruption as a new union announces strike action. Get the latest details on the labour dispute affecting STM services.
Carney's $1.5B Civil Service Retirement Plan Saves $82M Annually
Prime Minister Mark Carney's plan to reduce the federal civil service through early retirement incentives will cost $1.5 billion upfront, with annual savings of $82 million. The strategy aims to avoid layoffs.
Federal workers over $150K up 96% in 5 years
New data reveals a 96% jump in federal public servants earning over $150,000 in five years, with 27,261 workers now in that bracket. Explore the figures and what they mean for Canada's largest employer.
Ottawa Begins Notifying Public Servants of Possible Job Cuts
The federal government has started informing public servants about potential job reductions. Get the latest details on this developing story affecting Ottawa's workforce.
Budget 2025: Opportunity for Canada's Public Servants
Analysis: The public service transformation outlined in Budget 2025 presents challenges but also significant opportunities for federal workers. Learn how to navigate the coming changes.
Montreal transit strike threat over holiday work dispute
A potential transit strike threatens Montreal as the STM and its union disagree on holiday work rules. The dispute centers on employee scheduling during the festive period.
27,000+ Canadian Public Servants Earn Over $150K
New data reveals more than 27,000 federal employees earned salaries of $150,000 or higher last year. Explore the breakdown and what it means for public sector spending.
Lethbridge Firefighters Union Ratifies New Contract
The City of Lethbridge and its local firefighters' union have successfully ratified a new collective agreement, ensuring continued emergency services and labour peace. Read the details of the deal.
Service Canada apologizes for passport office incident
A Montreal woman received a limited apology after Service Canada staff told her she couldn't put Israel on her passport due to 'political conflict.' Her lawyer demands accountability.
CSC: 400 Staff Disciplined, 12 Fired for Misconduct
Correctional Service Canada recorded 400 cases of employee misconduct leading to disciplinary action in the past year, with 12 terminations. Get the full details on the internal accountability measures.
Unions Seek Clarity on Federal Return-to-Office Rumours
Public service unions are pressing the government for details on rumours of a full-time office mandate, calling any such plan 'reckless and out of touch.' Get the latest updates.
Federal union hears rumours of new public servant office mandate
A federal union reports persistent rumours of a new office mandate for public servants in Ottawa. Get the latest details on the potential policy shift and its implications.
Quebec unions file court challenge to new labour law
Major Quebec unions have launched a legal challenge against the province's new labour legislation designed to limit strikes. The move follows large-scale protests in Montreal.
Swiss reject mandatory national service for women
Swiss voters have decisively rejected proposals for mandatory national service for women and a new inheritance tax. Learn how this shapes gender equality debates in Switzerland and beyond.
Quebec unions protest against Legault government shift
Nine major labour organizations mobilize in Montreal against what they describe as the Legault government's rightward shift, protesting public service cuts and union restrictions.
Starbucks workers expand Black Friday strike to more stores
Starbucks workers' union escalates Black Friday strike action across multiple Canadian locations, demanding union contracts and better working conditions. Read the latest developments.
Ottawa transit riders want better service with fare increases
OC Transpo riders in Ottawa express concerns about proposed 2026 fare increases, demanding improved service quality alongside higher costs. Learn what changes commuters want.
Business trust in Canada Post drops after union deal
Canadian businesses express declining confidence in Canada Post despite new union agreement. Learn how this impacts national mail services and commercial operations.
Canada Post Strike Ends: Trust Questions Remain
Canada Post and union reach agreement ending strike, but businesses express concern about service reliability and lost trust. What's next for postal service?
Alberta Health-Care Union Strike Locations Announced
Health-care workers across Alberta commence strike action as union reveals picket locations. Get the latest updates on the labor dispute affecting provincial health services.
Canada Post reports $541M loss in third quarter 2025
Canada Post faces unprecedented $541 million loss before taxes in Q3 2025 as digital transformation challenges traditional mail services. Learn how this impacts Canadian postal services.
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