World Maritime Day 2020 – An important year
As a union with members working in domestic and international waters, we would like to take a moment to celebrate World Maritime […]
International Lighthouse and Lightship Weekend – What you should know
Lighthouses have a romantic appeal, tourists are attracted to them, and post cards are printed. But they are more than historic relics. […]
International Day of the Seafarer – A special year
In 2010 the International Maritime Organization (IMO), designated June 25th as the International Day of the Seafarer as a way to recognize […]
The shelling of Estevan Point Lighthouse: A 78-year-old mystery
Canada has not often come under attack. The Americans attacked during the war of 1812. The Irish Fenians nationals attacked after the […]
Member’s profile: Katia Couture – Deckhand, Canadian Coast Guard
Local 10109 During the current crisis, Katia’s work is considered a crucial service. Her job is consequently necessary for the safety of […]
UCTE critical workers doing their part to help flatten the curve
Front-line workers of every kind are putting themselves at risk each and every day in the fight against the novel coronavirus. While […]
Profile of a member: Justine Etzkorn – CCG, Principal Lightkeeper
Local 20232 Given the current circumstances of the pandemic, the work of some of our members is considered a crucial service. Sister […]
Q&A about Layoffs
A lot of members are facing the possibility of being laid off. Below is a list of some of the more frequently […]
A member’s profile: Jimmy Mailhot – CCG hovercraft mechanic
Local 10117 For the past 4 years, Jimmy Mailhot has been a hovercraft mechanic (Local 10117) for the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG). […]
Dumping Day – how members are involved
On November 26, 2019 in Nova Scotia, Dumping Day was looked forward to with anticipation. For those who may not know, it […]