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There is no place for private, for-profit companies in the Canadian blood supply chain, President JP Hornick writes in a letter to the CEO of Canadian Blood Services, co-signed by Geoff Cain, Chair of OPSEU/SEFPO’s CBS & Diagnostics sector. Canadian Blood Services should focus on stepping up the expansion of their domestic blood collection program...

Toronto – OPSEU/SEFPO’s leaders say the Prime Minister’s implementation of the Emergencies Act to deal with anti-vaccination protesters is going too far and sets a troubling precedent. OPSEU/SEFPO President Warren (Smokey) Thomas says he’s sympathetic to the plight of Ottawa residents who have endured torturous conditions and agrees that immediate action is needed, but with...

At some point in their life, everyone puts themselves or loved ones in the hands of caregivers. In return, it’s important they get the support and recognition they deserve. That’s why the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) has launched a campaign on care work and the hardworking people who provide it. Unfortunately, their work, both paid...