The Pay Equity Act
The federal government passed proactive pay equity legislation in 2018, and the regulations came into force on August 31, 2021. This new legislation has implications for both the public and the federally regulated private sectors. Verda Cook, PSAC Classification officer, shares with us why we must be aware of this legislation and its implications.

Women still earn less than men.
In our third installment in honour of Women’s History Month, we’re addressing the persistent issue

Women Life Freedom: We stand with Iranian Women
On this International Women’s Day, we are struck that protesters in various Iranian cities and

NAV CANADA: Tentative agreement ratified by members
UCTE members in the NAV CANADA bargaining unit voted in favour of the tentative agreement
Educational Videos
The workplace harassment and violence provisions under the Canada Labour Code came into effect on January 1, 2021. Since then, many complaints have been filed that have helped clarify the Code. Jennifer Duff, legal partner at Shields, Hunt, Duff, Strachan will provide an overview of the legislation and what we need to be aware of since its inception.
Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw once said, “The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that is has taken place.” Sharing information about the union can be challenging without us unconsciously putting barriers in the way. Delegates will learn some simple tips and tricks that will help get the information out in the way that it is intended.
This video explains how to file your T4s and T4As on behalf of your members.
UCTE distributes a monthly membership report to local executive members to arm them with the information they need to make their Locals strong.