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We are All Affected - New Brunswick activities   PSAC Members in New Brunswick participated in the September 15th National Day of Action in different ways.  Some organized an information plant gate at their work site, while others organized some family activities on that day to convey their message.   Dorchester (USGE) (link for photos) Shediac (GSU)  - information plant gate (link for photos)

Let’s be honest. The sea will always be an integral part of our heritage in Newfoundland and Labrador, but in today’s world, the air is how most of us travel to and from our beautiful island home.

The following text is from an article featured on the VOCM website:The Public Service Alliance of Canada says it is willing to go back to the table at any time to resolve a labour dispute at St. John's International Airport.  Yesterday the Airport Authority accused the union of not being willing to negotiate, and of making reckless statements.  Union spokesperson Chris Bussey says they're willing to sit down with the Airport Authority at any time.

Spirits were high as Chris Aylward, PSAC National Vice-President, marched alongside the members through St. John's Airport.  They visited the corporate offices, but unfortunately the management team was not in! Jeannie Baldwin, Regional Executive Vice-President Atlantic, sent a message to the employer that "we bargain on our feet and not on our knees".  Lana Payne was proud to stand in solidarity with an announcement that the NL Federation of Labour will be cancelling their upcoming Convention due to the airport strike.

Striking workers at the St. John's Airport have been consistently visiting the Board of Directors since the strike began to send a message that they want to get back to the table and negotiate a fair contract.  Members of the public are also being asked to contact the Board of Directors.

Approximatley 50 PSAC members and friends gathered in front of Gail Shea’s Consistuency office to send a strong messae of how Islanders are all affected.  PSAC Provincial Directors Dawn Hardy and Jody laPierre opened the event with updates of job losses and services that will no longer be provided on PEI.  Lori MacKay, CUPE Preisent and Vice-President of of PEI Federation of Labour, spoke on Employment Insurance and the effects of the recent changes.  She also spoke on the upcoming campaign on EI and asked for our support.

UCTE Local 90916 marched through the St. John's Airport today to send a clear message to this employer that they want a fair contract. The march was followed by a BBQ at the picket line.  Christine Collins, UCTE National President, gave an inspiring speech to her members and presented the Local with a donation from the Component.  Lana Payne, Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour President, was also on hand to address the striking workers.  Solidarity was strong as a number of fellow unions and allies marched along side.

The Nova Scotia 2012 Fall Education Schedule has been posted on the Website.  See attached for more information.

Sister Christine Collins, UCTE National President, walked the picket line with her members today in Solidarity.  Sister Debbie Forward of the Nurse's Union along with some members of their Board of Directors dropped by to show their support and to make a donation to the Local.

A large crowd gathered at Victoria Park for food (BBQ, corn, ice-cream) music, and to hear guest speakers; Barb Byers, CLC Vice-president and Carl Percy, President of the PEI Federation of Labour.  PSAC members Dawn Hardy and Heather Ford had a table with a quilt encouraging members and friends to sign and write messages to Stephen Harper, telling him how they are affected by Government cuts to services.  Debi Buell, Vice-president of the PEI Federation of Labour also worked  with the Federation of Labour to ensure the picnic was a success.