With this election, we must protect these essential services from cuts. Now more than ever, we need leaders who will invest in people, not pull back support when communities need it most.
For you, Canada, let's vote to protect strong public services. #psacbc
Learn more: www.foryoucanada.ca
PSAC joins organizations from across the country in denouncing the elimination of the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth (WAGE) role from his cabinet.
Read the full statement: www.criaw-icref.ca/statements/j...
Public service workers are the backbone of Canada. From ensuring new mothers receive their maternity benefits on time to battling wildfires, they’re here for you. This election, vote for strong public services. foryoucanada.ca #ForYouCanada
The transfer of the non-permissible surplus w/o providing adequate benefits to workers is a direct attack on the retirement security of 700,000 current & former public service workers who pay into the plan. Canada, let's vote to protect pensions. #psac #psacbc #cdnpoli
Read more: www.foryoucanada.ca
Every person deserves to live and work free from discrimination, fear, and violence—with their full rights, dignity, and respect upheld.
Trans rights and human rights and trans rights are non-negotiable. 🏳️⚧️ #TDOV #TransRightsAreHumanRights #psac #psacbc #humanrights #bclab #canlab
Today, on Transgender Day of Visibility, we stand in solidarity w/ Two-Spirit, transgender & gender nonconforming people.
PSAC remains committed to fighting for inclusive workplaces, strong protections, & real action against transphobia—because workers' rights are human rights.
#TDOV #psac #psacbc
Eid celebrates community, compassion, and the strength of unity—values that resonate deeply with PSAC and the labour movement. To all who celebrate, wishing you a joyful, prosperous and happy Eid. #EidMubarak #psac #psacbc #bclab #canlab
On #WorldWaterDay, PSAC joins the Blue Communities Project initiative, aimed at protecting water as a human right. PSAC is dedicated to ensuring that communities have access to safe, clean water, a fundamental right often denied, esp to those in many Indigenous communities.
#psac #psacbc #canlab 🌊
PSAC is deeply disappointed by the Federal Court's decision to deny certification of the Black Class Action lawsuit. This decision highlights the need for systemic change within the federal public.
Read more: psacunion.ca/psac-media-r...
Today is #Nowruz (meaning "New-Day"), the Iranian or Persian New Year. Celebrated for over 2000 years & by people across the world, it marks the first day of the Iranian solar year and the start of spring. To all who celebrate, Nowruz Mubarak! Sal e No Mubarak! #psac #psacbc #canlab #nowruzmubarak
Last night, the Victoria Area Council had a productive and engaging meeting. Members discussed key topics like the upcoming federal election, ways to get the union involved, and plans for member engagement this year.
#PSAC #psacbc #UnionStrong #WorkersRights #Victoria #canlab
🎲🍕 What a fantastic Friday night at the PSAC Vancouver Regional Office! The Mainland & Haida Gwaii Young Workers Committee brought young workers together for a great board game night, filled with great company, friendly competition, delicious pizza and exciting prizes! #psac #psacbc #youngworkers
Holi, the festival of colours, is a time for joy, unity, and renewal. Just as vibrant colours come together to create something beautiful, so too do we, as workers, when we uplift and support one another. To all who celebrate, we wish you a colourful & joyful Holi! 🌈 #psac #psacbc #canlab #HappyHoli
Register now for our PSAC East Fraser Valley membership event: pottery painting for Mother’s Day
Details and registration here:
psacbc.com/events/east-...
#psac #paacbc #canlab
As a labour movement, we have always understood that waiting for gender equality to fall into our laps isn't a strategy. Nobody is going to hand it to us on a silver platter without a fight. #psac #psacbc #internationalwomensday #genderequity #gendergap #genderequality
The theme for this year's International Women’s Day, #AccelerateAction, serves as a powerful call to action. It highlights the impact of union advocacy in the ongoing fight for gender equity and fair workplaces. #psac #psacbc #IWD
Read more at psacbc.com
On #pinkshirtday, #PSAC reaffirms our commitment to creating safe, inclusive workplaces & communities where everyone can be their authentic selves—free from discrimination and fear. Let’s continue to challenge hate, support 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, & stand up against bullying in all forms. ✊🏽🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈 #psacbc
🌈 Human rights are non-negotiable. We demand bold action to protect 2SLGBTQIA+ people—especially youth. Kindness is not enough. We must be vocal, vigilant, and unwavering. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Read the full PSAC BC #pinkshirtday statement at psacbc.com #NoPlaceForHate #psac #psacbc #SOGI
This day is more than wearing pink—it’s a call to action. Bullying, homophobia, & transphobia persist, and right-wing attacks on gender-inclusive policies put lives at risk. From anti-SOGI rhetoric in BC to harmful talk from fed parties, we must hold political leaders accountable. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ #pinkshirtday
🐊 Friendly monday reminder that billionaires and financiers are eating your income...
...and organizing through unions is how we win it back. 💪😍
In Nov 2007, the United Nations declared Feb 20 as World Day of Social Justice.
This day serves as a powerful reminder of our collective responsibility to create a fairer, more equitable world—one that fights poverty, eliminates exclusion, & upholds the dignity & rights of all. #psac #SocialJustice
Today, REVP Jamey Mills had the honor of presenting UNDE EVP Paul Jones w/ the well-deserved PSAC BC Regional Recognition Union Warrior Award.
Paul was nominated by his Local for "going above and beyond the call of duty" and for his advocacy on human rights & equity issues. Congrats, Paul! #psacbc
As highlighted in the nomination, Richard is always at the forefront—organizing PSAC rallies and events, engaging members across Vancouver Island, and tirelessly advocating for workers' rights.
Congrats, Richard! This award is well deserved! 👏
#psac #psacbc #unionwarrior #unionstrong #bclab #canlab
Earlier this week, REVP Jamey Mills presented Richard May with a 2024 PSAC BC Regional Recognition Award. Richard was nominated for the award by the North Vanc Isl Area Council in recognition of his unwavering dedication to motivating & mentoring fellow union activists.
#psac #psacbc #bclab #canlab
The fed govt has again fallen short in addressing the ongoing #PhoenixPaySystem disaster. On Jan 23, govt announced they won’t meet their target to eliminate the backlog of #Phoenix cases, as only 27% of the overall target has been achieved.
Read more: psacunion.ca/phoenix-fail...
#psac #psacbc
Illustration of a Shipping container bearing the words "stand together for BC: protect workers, defend jobs."
Donald Trump has announced his long-threatened tariffs — an unfair attack on all of us.
British Columbia workers are united. And we stand with our provincial government, businesses, communities and unions across Canada in opposing this move. 🧵
#BCFed #BCLab
February is a time to celebrate, reflect upon, and honour the contributions of Black People worldwide. It’s also a powerful call to action – a reminder of our shared responsibility to build a future where every voice is heard, valued and celebrated. #psac #psacbc #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistory
Here is a labour start up link for BC! Thx @robcottingham.ca for putting this together go.bsky.app/5GGMDXE
The Lib government’s plan to raid $9.3 billion from the federal public service pension surplus is a betrayal of Canada’s public service workers & sets the stage for other attacks on the pension security of millions of workers in Canada. It’s not too late to fix this. Take action! stoppensiontheft.ca
