Prince Edward Island

PSAC women gathered recently at the Inn at the Pier to talk about their role in saving Canada Post, re-thinking child care, stopping Harper’s cuts and contacting the Senate on Bill C 377 as well as have a little fun. Actions on all these issues was achieved. Guest Speaker J. D. Samuelson spoke and showed her film “Women of Confederation”. We highly recommend this short animated film. Becka Viau, artist and activist, spoke on Saturday and inspired all with her commitment and wisdom on women’s and human rights issues.

The PEI Area Council recently held their AGM and elected a new Executive. Jeannie Baldwin, REVP Atlantic was the guest speaker and swore in the new Executive: President, Heather Ford Secretary, Debi Buell Treasurer, Dawn Hardy The next Area Council Meeting will be held Tuesday, November 18th at 5:00 p.m. in the PSAC Regional Office boardroom.

New BrunswickGagetown: UNDE 60303 & UNDE 60380 organized a demo during their lunch break.Saint John: AGR 60007, GSU 60007, USGE 60074, UTE 60005 & UVAE 60006 organized a demo in front of their local Conservative MP's office during their lunch break.Prince Edward IslandSummerside: UTE 90006 held a lunch/supper break and were outside for 19 minutes.Nova ScotiaBridgewater: CEIU 80215 held a demo for 19 minutes during their lunch break.Newfoundland

The Joint Learning Program unveil its new identityThe Joint Learning Program (JLP), the leading joint learning program in the federal public service founded in 2001, is proud to unveil its new identity consisting of a new logo and a new tagline.The new identity clearly express the refreshing and unique experience offered by the JLP to build a healthier, more productive workplace.The JLP proposes a modified logo intended to convey:

On September 27-28, 2014, 14 Aboriginal PSAC members came from all over the Atlantic to K’jipuktuk (Halifax) to attend Our Communities, Our Union, Our Rights: An introduction to the PSAC for Aboriginal Members.  The training provided a forum for members to discuss critical issues facing Aboriginal people in their union, in their workplaces and in society. It also made space for members to learn from each other’s experiences.  Participants came away with a solid foundation in union basics and a grasp on how to engage in the union to advance Aboriginal rights.

Jeannie Baldwin, REVP Atlantic joined members from UVAE at a Town Hall Meeting on Health Care recently sponsored by the Council of Canadians and CUPE. Presenters included Maude Barlow, Paul Moist and Mike McBain.

The PEI Health Care coalition together with the Trinity United Church held a fundraiser lobster dinner on August 28th, to raise funds for an immigrant family. Jeannie Baldwin, REVP Atlantic joined PSAC members at the fundraiser.

A rally was held on August 29th to send a strong message to the Provincial Premiers and Territorial leaders who were meeting in Charlottetown. Leaders were asked to "take a stand on healthcare" and stop Federal cuts to health transfers. Jeannie Baldwin, REVP Atlantic, joined members in the march.