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PSAC was one of several unions, civil liberties and business groups presenting to the Supreme Court of Canada, May 16, 2014, in the case of essential services legislation passed by the Saskatchewan government in 2008.

In the next video from the award-winning Prairies Video Project, members share stories about how their union has helped them in the workplace.

Whether it be working with members through the grievance process or assisting with the duty to accommodate, PSAC members know their union is there for them.

Michelle Hazzard (USGE) is one of the members who appears in this video. She shares her struggle with harrassment in the workplace and how her union helped her.

The PSAC is a leader in securing legal rights for GLBT workers. For years, the PSAC has staunchly defended GLBT members’ human rights to equal and equitable treatment. Our gains have been significant, including same-sex spousal benefits and leaves of absence, as well as the inclusion of sexual orientation as a prohibitive ground for discrimination within the Canadian Human Rights Act. While gains have been made, however, much work remains to be done.

Read the May 13, 2014 edition of "Prairie Voice," an e-newsletter for PSAC Prairie Region members.

Each year union-sponsored summer camps combine summer activities with educational activities. Children of trade unionists have an exciting opportunity to learn about unions, while making new friends and participating in fun, recreational summer activities such as hiking, canoeing, and swimming.

The PSAC Prairie Region has historically funded at least one child to each of the respective Federation of Labour Kids Camps. As well as funding PSAC members’ children to the camp we anticipate that we will be able to cover the cost of a camp councilor.

On April 30, 2014, the PSAC Prairie Region hosted a live and interactive telephone town hall. Nearly 4,000 members throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba participated in the one-hour call to discuss important information about the attack on sick leave.

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