Workloads are, by far, the most common problem we hear about from across SSU. From the regions and head office, from protech and from support. We have been hearing about an increase is assignments, both in frequency and quantities; the impact of staffing changes; and unrealistic expectations and deadlines. This problem is not new. And…
The next OPSSU GMM takes place Nov. 23, which means all proposed amendments to our union’s constitution and policies must be submitted to the Constitution Committee by Oct. 24. With that in mind, the Constitution Committee has put together information as a starting point for members considering amendments to either the OPSSU constitution or policies.…
This leaflet was handed out to OPSEU/SEFPO members during Convention 2024. Staff up, power up 100% more members, 24% more staff Since 2006, OPSEU/SEFPO membership has grown from 115,000 to 231,000 – a 100% increase. Over the same period, SSU positions have only grown from 260 to 320 – a 24% increase. Invest in proper…
We’re loving our weekly get-togethers, and want to make them even better! We’re trying to find the best day and time so that as many people as possible can attend:
Black History Month is such a great month! We recognize the triumphs and achievements of Black Canadians. We also recognize the historical and continued struggles of Black Canadians. Unfortunately, the labour movement has a tarnished history with Black workers. One example is the black porters who worked on Canadian railways. The porters wanted to improve…
In order to provide a more productive seminar, David Posen is asking each participant to complete this questionnaire. RSVP for March 26 If you already filled out the workload questions and just want to RSVP for the Feb 13 session, you can do it here: RSVP for March 26
A list of the volunteers who work on behalf of all OPSSU members at union offices across Ontario.
For the next step in our workload campaign, SSU has won the employer’s co-operation in co-hosting a work-time session with Dr David Posen, author of Is Work Killing You? A Doctor’s Prescription for Treating Workplace Stress. One session has already been held. The next is scheduled for Tuesday, March 26 from 1pm to 4pm. RSVP…
The 23-25 Executive Committee members were elected during the general membership meeting on Nov. 25, 2023. Their two-year terms run until the 2025 fall GMM. President (full-time bookoff) – Cheryl Wing, president@opssu.ca Lead Steward (full-time bookoff) – Tim Mulhall, leadsteward@opssu.ca, 705-790-3104 First Black, Indigenous, Racialized Vice President – Michael Kirlew, 1stvpbipoc@opssu.ca Second Equity Vice President…
During the fall GMM, OPSSU members took a strong stand for peace in Gaza by passing this motion: WHEREAS for many decades the Israeli state has maintained military control of the Palestinian territories of the West Bank, where it continues to grow hundreds of illegal colonial settlements, and of Gaza, where it has additionally imposed,…
Workloads are, by far, the most common problem we hear about from across SSU. From the regions and head office, from protech and from support. We have been hearing about an increase is assignments, both in frequency and quantities; the impact of staffing changes; and unrealistic expectations and deadlines. This problem is not new. And…
Hi everyone. I wanted to share some great news with you. We are happy to announce that the cleaning services for 31 Wellesley will now be provided in-house, and two applications are now open: During the last round of bargaining the OPSSU bargaining team put a proposal forward regarding contracting out. Letter of Understanding 17 –…
Updated expense claim form Following our June 2023 GMM last month, it was raised that our meal rates had not changed to be in line with OPSEU/SEFPO, but instead the omission of meal rates was an error in version edit of our constitution/policies. After careful review of the constitution and policies, it was determined that…
Article 6.04 of the OPSSU Collective Agreement acknowledges a process whereby workload issues can be addressed by a Joint Employer/Union committee. If you have a workload issue, the matter must first be discussed with your supervisor. If the problem cannot be resolved, it may then be forwarded to the Workload Committee. In order to assist…
2022-2025 Collective Agreement (searchable)
Hello OPSSU members, There will be a ratification meeting held on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 6pm. The bargaining team will present the tentative agreement, followed by a question-and-answer period. Voting will begin immediately following the Q&A or 8:00pm which ever is earlier. Voting will close at 10:00pm. If you are not able to attend…
After a long day of bargaining, your OPSSU bargaining team is pleased to announce we have reached a tentative agreement. Details of the agreement and the date and time of the ratification vote will be sent out within the next few days. If you are, or even think you might be, an OPSSU member but…
In a new article about responsible pension trusteeship, OPSSU member Cheri Hearty talks about how the trustees of the SSU pension were able to help prevent a strike. “The cleaners were able to get a fair first contract and they didn’t have to go on strike,” said Hearty in the article, which was published by…