On Wednesday, June 5, 2013, Private Members' Bill C-525 was introduced by Blaine Calkins, Conservative member of Parliament for Wetaskiwin, Alberta. The Bill proposes significant amendments to Canadian labour legislation that would alter the certification and decertification rules for union members.
At the Union
Convention Participation Initiative for Equality Groups 2013
Published
06/07/13
The CEP National Equity Committee would like you to participate at the CEP Convention scheduled for August 30 – September 1, 2013 in Toronto. All CEP members who self-identify in one or more of the equality groups (GLBT, Racialized Workers, Indigenous Workers and Workers with Disabilities) are encouraged to apply for this opportunity to experience the CEP National Convention. The CEP will pay for all costs involved in attending Convention for the successful candidates.
Convention Participation Initiative for Young Workers 2013
Published
06/07/13
The CEP National Young Workers Committee would like you to participate at the CEP Convention scheduled for August 30 – September 1st, 2013 in Toronto. All CEP members under the age of 30 with a strong union spirit are encouraged to apply for this opportunity to experience our Union's National Convention. The National Union will pay for all costs involved in attending this convention for those successful candidates. There will be eight (8) recipients chosen (two from each region).
CEP attends Congress of the International Federation of Journalists
Published
06/06/13
DUBLIN – Vice-President Media Peter Murdoch addresses the Congress of the International Federation of Journalists meeting this week in Dublin. Among other issues the Congress has focused on the safety of journalists worldwide.
Over 200 delegates marched through Dublin Wednesday evening in memory of the more than 400 journalists killed since the Congress last met in 2009.
Unifor: A strong, new, bold union for Canadian workers
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05/30/13
TORONTO – The new Canadian union being formed by the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union (CEP) and the Canadian Auto Workers union (CAW) will be named Unifor. The name and logo were unveiled today during a packed press conference of 200 local leaders, members, community supporters and allies. Read more
Don't miss the new union name and logo launch
Published
05/27/13
The CAW and CEP are getting ready to combine forces and launch the name and logo of the new union on May 30! The launch will take place during a media event in Toronto following both unions' National Executive Board meetings.
Carpenters join CEP
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04/26/13
Plaster Rock, N.B.(April 23, 2013) -- President Kent Le Bel and the executive of one of CEP's newest Locals -- Local 5080 -- show off their CEP Charter at a "meet and greet", held April 17 in Plaster Rock, following a meeting with CEP Atlantic Regional Vice-President Chuck Shewfelt and Administrative Vice-President Rino Ouellet (right).
Canada needs an energy strategy
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04/24/13
OTTAWA (April 23, 2013) -- CEP Assistant to the President Fred Wilson and CAW Economist Jim Stanford today presented submissions to the House of Commons Natural Resources Committee studying diversivication, jobs, and sustainability.
Letter to Minister Jim Flaherty on Labour Fund Tax Credit
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04/19/13
On behalf of the 120 000 members of the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union of Canada (CEP), we wish to inform you of our disagreement with the phase-out of the tax credit for small savers who choose to invest in labour funds.
Grassroots Solidarity at the Toronto Star
Published
04/19/13
TORONTO-- Workers at the Toronto Star are sticking together as the paper undergoes lay offs and continues to contract out work. Stuart Laidlaw, chair of the unit that represents the Toronto Star newsroom within CEP local 87M, reports on recent acts of grassroots solidarity.
On April 28, mark the national Day of Mourning
Published
04/16/13
Letter from National President Dave Coles on the National Day of Mourning 2013
Solidarity work lets us tackle tough issues, together
Published
04/15/13
My name is Cassandra Kresse, I work at Suncor Energy in Fort McMurray, AB and I am the Western region representative on the CEP National Young Workers Committee. Recently, I participated in an international solidarity delegation with the Humanity Fund to review some of the projects that this program supports.
Progress Report on the CAW-CEP New Union Project
Published
04/12/13
Work towards the formation of a new Canadian union, integrating the Canadian Auto Workers (CAW) and the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers union (CEP), is continuing at a busy pace.
Meaningful Work for Meaningful Lives
Published
04/09/13
VICTORIA – Two keynote speakers shared with CEP delegates the importance of setting and respecting national standards on psychological health and safety in the workplace. Their presentation on Tuesday, April 9 laid the groundwork for understanding the basic requirements for workplaces to be healthy and safe for workers.
Celebrate Earth Day on April 22!
Published
04/08/13
Letter from National President Dave Coles on Earth Day 2013
Michael Landsberg: Talking about mental health is first step to healing
Published
04/08/13
VICTORIA – The enthusiastic host of TSN's Off the record, Michael Landsberg shared his experience overcoming depression and mental illness with CEP delegates attending a health and safety conference in Victoria. Landsberg's keynote address on Monday, April 8 was a first-hand account of his experience in identifying and healing depression.
Stephen Lewis speaks to the labour movement
Published
04/08/13
Canadian unions have long supported the Stephen Lewis Foundation with a shared commitment to social justice, women's equality, and international solidarity.
Welcome to CEP's Health and Safety Conference: What is this all about?
Published
04/07/13
Today marks the first day of CEP's health and safety conference taking place until Wednesday, April 10th. About 200 delegates have arrived in Victoria, BC to take part in the conference and attend many workshops and discussions.
No to the wrecking of our Employment Insurance!
Published
04/05/13
MONTREAL – In Québec, a large demonstration is being organized under the campaign against Employment Insurance reform. CEP members are actively taking part in the Québec Coalition against Employment Insurance Reform to try to counter the measures taken by the Stephen Harper government that run against the interests of workers.
