GOLICO Signs Collective Agreement
The GOLICO collective agreement was signed earlier today.
MGEU News
NUPGE launches Pension Ad Campaign
Most Canadians are worried about their retirement security. NUPGE is pressing the federal government to hold a national summit with a series of radio ads launched this week in the…
Olfert Responds To Government’s Wage Freeze Comments
On a morning show yesterday, Minister of Finance Rosann Wowchuk announced the Government would be offering two years of zero percent to all public service employees, including nurses.
February 28th - RSI Awareness Day
To bring attention to Repetitive Strain Injuries suffered by Canadians each and every year, Sunday, February 28th is RSI Awareness Day.
Radio Labour Hits the Net
Solidarity News, a new audiocast about labour issues, will be available on RadioLabour.net every Monday morning.
MGEU Women’s Committee Celebrates International Women’s Day
One of the major goals of the MGEU Women’s Committee is to provide relevant information on women’s issues as well as highlight special events recognizing women to all MGEU members.
Society for Manitobans With Disabilities Ratifies Agreement
Yesterday, SMD ratified their new collective agreement.
Arbitrator Rules in MGEU's Favour on HCSS Part-Time Vacation Entitlement
In December, an arbitration was held on the issue of vacation for part-time employees in Health Care Support Services. The MGEU is pleased to announce that the arbitrator’s decision, which was…
Falling Through the Cracks
Last week a new report introduced by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) said Canada’s Employment Insurance system is failing the “stress test” of the recession and fixing it…
MGEU Introduces Family Fun Skate Days Across the Province
This winter, members and their families get the chance to enjoy a FREE family fun skate. Join us for a free snack and skate with players from your local MJHL team.
MGEU Announces Haiti Relief Donation
The Manitoba Government and General Employees’ Union (MGEU) announced a $32,000 donation today for international relief efforts to help deal with the massive earthquake in Haiti. The donation…
Retirement Security for Everyone!
Pension plans and retirement savings have been hit hard by the economic crisis and the security of many Canadians is at risk.
Younger Workers Face Reduced Retirement Standards
Younger workers face reduced retirement standards. Rosy outlook portrayed by Calgary professor does not stand up to research by pension expert Bob Baldwin.
NUPGE Gives $25,000 to Haiti's Earthquake Victims
The MGEU’s National Union (NUPGE) will be providing $25,000 in financial assistance to international relief efforts to help deal with the tragic devastation of the massive earthquake in Haiti.
Manitobans Getting the Message about Community Support
Last week the MGEU began airing two television ads aimed at highlighting the need for equivalent full-time positions for thousands of Manitoba’s home care workers and mental health proctors.…
U.S. Job Satisfaction Level Falls to Record Low
A new survey finds that job satisfaction among American workers has fallen to a record low. A majority are now unhappy at work.
Community Support Ads Hit the Airwaves
To help back up Community Support's case for equivalent full-time positions at the bargaining table, the MGEU is airing two television commercials throughout January.
Tembec Workers Share the Same Christmas Wish
It’s December 17, 2009, exactly one week until Christmas Eve and 108 days since 270 USW and COPE members in Powerview-Pine Falls were locked out by their employer at the Tembec paper mill.
Holiday Season Brings Out the Best in Us
The holiday season is also about thinking about those who, for one reason or another, will find it difficult to celebrate. It’s in this spirit that the MGEU, along with the Manitoba Federation…
Are Unions Tweeting?
The international trade union online news service, LabourStart, has conducted a survey of union activists asking who uses Twitter.