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Read the special Alberta Flood Edition edition of "Prairie Voice," an e-newsletter for PSAC Prairie Region members.

Following the disastrous flooding in Alberta last week, there is now a massive, ongoing cleanup effort requiring thousands of volunteers to rebuild communities and repair damages to houses and personal property.In an effort to coordinate PSAC members who have asked how they can help, we are organizing volunteer days to get out into the communities and provide support to the families and small businesses affected.

The Public Service Alliance of Canada extends its solidarity to Albertans, including PSAC members who have suffered losses during the flooding in Southern Alberta.

 Alberta Federation of Labour President Gil McGowan has called on the federal government to extend EI coverage for all those affected by floods in Southern Alberta. Only about 22% of unemployed Albertans are eligible for EI and the waiting period is 2 weeks.

The nation is watching closely while Banff, Canmore, Calgary and much of Southern Alberta faces devastating flooding and evacuations.PSAC has more than 4,300 members living in Southern Alberta. More than half work right in the downtown core, which has been completely shut down, including the Harry Hayes Federal Building.Our thoughts are with all of our members affected by this terrible disaster, and all Albertans who have had to evacuate their homes.We encourage everyone to stay safe and abide by the safety and evacuation notices.

RWC Minutes from March 21, 2013Calgary Regional Women’s Committee Meeting March 21, 2013- Calgary Regional OfficeIn Attendance:                                                                       Nicole Frechette – NHU 30014Stephanie Vandewaeter – CIU 30036Carrie-Ann French – UTE 30024Charlene Highfield – UNE 30186Dolly Ablitt – PSAC Calgary RO (Staff)                                  Meeting called to order at 5:51 pm.Old Business:

Human Rights Committee Meeting – March 20th, 2013CalgaryRegional Office Those in Attendance:Evelyn Egger, Garth Caron, Timothy Hunt, Phil Chan, Nina Kiviluoma,Raj HariRegrets: Dale Marianicz Meeting was called to order at 5:30pm. Welcome to new member Phil Chan from Statistic Canada.   Please add to e mail list  Minutes: Review of the previous HRC Meeting minutes of August 29, 2012

In Attendance: Evelyn Egger, Garth Caron, Timothy Hunt, Allan Tam, Raj Hari

PSAC Calgary Human Rights Committee     …presents a limited time offer…$7.50 per General Admission Ticket  (GST added after June 02nd > $7.90 > after August 01st $15.00 / tickets are “date” specific)$25.00 per GlobalPass  - for all five (5) nights  (GST added after June 02nd > $26.25 > after August 01st regular price, single entry)

Attendees: Alec Goertzen – President (CIU #30036); Dale Marianicz – Vice President (AGR #30046); Janet Parris – Secretary (UTE #30024); Dolly Ablitt – PSAC RO