Lethbridge

Dear PSAC Young Workers:Do you want a forum to discuss the impact of current issues on young workers? Are you interested in getting together to build solidarity, share knowledge and develop skills? As young workers, we face the same issues other Canadian workers face, as well as some that are unique to our demographic.

In Attendance: Lyn Paterson; Sherry Hunt; Stephanie Erb; Jolene Prystae; Diane White; Maria Fitzpatrick; Susan Krysztofiak

In Attendance: Shannan Little; Maria Fitzpatrick; Lyn Paterson; Krysty Munns; Susan Krysztofiak

Alternation allows people who have been declared “opting” as a result of Work Force Adjustment to switch places (or alternate with) another employee who is willing to leave the public service.

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.Calgary, Friday, July 12, 2013, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Calgary Drop-In & Rehab CentrePlease contact Timothy Hunt for more information or to volunteer: huntt@psac.com or 403-818-9675.

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.