Join OPSEU/SEFPO
What is OPSEU/ SEFPO?
Established decades ago, the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU/SEFPO) represents over 180,000 public sector employees in Ontario, improving their working conditions, wages, benefits, and job security.
Meet some of our newest members ...
After 20 year battle, part-time and sessional college faculty across Ontario join OPSEU/SEFPO in one of largest organizing drives in Canadian history
Toronto, ON – College faculty union leaders had much to celebrate around the historic table at the Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB) today. After a
OPSEU/SEFPO is growing and so is our power!
The first three months of 2024 have reinforced the need to get organized. Just like 2023 was a hot year for the labour movement, 2024
Pharmacy Technicians at Trillium Health Join OPSEU/SEFPO
Pharmacy Technicians at all four Trillium Health Partners’ locations voted overwhelmingly in favor of joining OPSEU/SEFPO. OPSEU/SEFPO already represents Biomedical Technologists in Local 296 at
When you join a strong union like OPSEU/SEFPO, you’re joining 180,000 other front-line workers always pushing to make things better for the people we support and care for.
Better job security
If you’re scared of losing your job, join OPSEU/SEFPO. We’ve stopped thousands of COVID-related layoffs at many of our workplaces.
Better wages
Join OPSEU/SEFPO to dramatically increase your chances of getting the wages you deserve.
Better benefits
If you want a pension, health coverage, paid vacation, paid sick leave, overtime pay and other benefits, join OPSEU/SEFPO
Better voice
- Prevented layoffs in dozens of different workplaces during the pandemic
- $1 billion extra for Development Services to cut waitlists
- Potential pension coverage for millions of non-profit workers
- Millions in pay equity payouts to workers just like you
Added benefits
Very low dues – just pennies an hour
Respect
Workplace and legal experts
OPSEU/SEFPO’s 300+ staff includes experts in bargaining, grievance handling, pensions, benefits, health and safety, pay equity, human rights, communications, campaigns, education, research and organizing.
Transparency & accountability
Discounts
OPSEU/SEFPO members receive a range of discounts on things like insurance, wireless service, travel, and tickets to the Royal Ontario Museum and the Ontario Science Centre.
What’s next?
*Please note: if you’re already unionized with OPSEU/SEFPO, please go to the Contact Us page for a faster response.
We will lay out the process for you in easy-to-understand terms.
Get information
OPSEU/SEFPO will work with you to develop strong demands to improve your wages and working conditions.
Sign membership cards
With OPSEU/SEFPO’s help, every eligible employee is asked to sign a confidential OPSEU/SEFPO membership card.
How do I unionize my workplace?
Talking to us is 100 per cent confidential! Please leave your email or number and we will get in touch soon!
Or contact us at 1-844-OPSEU-4-U (1-844-677-3848) or [email protected]
*Please note: if you’re already unionized with OPSEU/SEFPO, please go to the Contact Us page for a faster response.
Testimonials
“I started getting involved in OPSEU/SEFPO when I was working as a mental health nurse. It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made – I hope you’ll make the same good decision, too.”
Warren (Smokey) Thomas
President, OPSEU/SEFPO
“I was working as a Correctional Officer when I became a member. You won’t find a union that’s got a bigger voice – and a bigger heart – than OPSEU/SEFPO.”
Eduardo (Eddy) Almeida
First Vice-President/Treasurer, OPSEU/SEFPO