The document summarizes key points from Ontario's 2012 budget, which estimated a $15.3 billion deficit. It outlined spending cuts across various ministries and programs totaling $17.7 billion over three years, including closure of jails, youth centers, and job cuts at MNR and MOE. The cuts were driven by the 2008 recession and tax cuts rather than increased spending. Privatization and self-regulation were also emphasized through bills deregulating industries and potentially privatizing ServiceOntario.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
This document is a newsletter from an employee union (OPSEU) providing updates to its members at MPAC (Municipal Property Assessment Corporation). It summarizes concerns about nepotism in MPAC's student hiring practices, negative feedback from members and the public about a new uniform vest, and reminds members to follow proper grievance procedures. It also provides contact information for union leadership.
The document summarizes updates from various social services sectors in Ontario. It discusses the Drummond Commission report which recommended consolidating agencies and improving service integration. It provides bargaining updates from the Developmental Services and Children's Aid Societies sectors, noting the end of provincial discussion tables in Developmental Services and ongoing bargaining. It also mentions members marking Pink Shirt Day and a NUPGE child protection working group meeting.
The document discusses Ontario's 2012 budget and its implications. It notes that Ontario has the lowest per capita program spending and fewest public sector employees per capita of all Canadian provinces. It indicates the budget will emphasize deficit reduction through cost cutting measures. It outlines timelines for upcoming bargaining with the Ontario public service and education sectors, noting the government will not bring additional money and seeks to limit compensation increases through potential legislative measures.
This document is a newsletter from an employee union (OPSEU) providing updates to its members at MPAC (Municipal Property Assessment Corporation). It summarizes concerns about nepotism in MPAC's student hiring practices, negative feedback from members and the public about a new uniform vest, and reminds members to follow proper grievance procedures. It also provides contact information for union leadership.
The document discusses two ongoing forums between the CAAT Pension Plan representatives and the Ontario government regarding proposed changes to jointly sponsored pension plans.
In the first forum, the government has proposed legislation requiring 50/50 contributions between employers and members, a dispute resolution process, and benefit decreases if a plan is underfunded. This could negatively impact the CAAT Pension Plan.
In the second forum, the government's advisor wants to pool smaller pension plans, including the CAAT Pension Plan, to create a large fund. The union is concerned this could reduce their control over pension funds and the money could be used to pay down government deficits.
The union believes the government should not dictate these changes or take control
The document summarizes key points from Ontario's 2012 budget, which estimated a $15.3 billion deficit. It outlined spending cuts across various ministries and programs totaling $17.7 billion over three years, including closure of jails, youth centers, and job cuts at MNR and MOE. The cuts were driven by the 2008 recession and tax cuts rather than increased spending. Privatization and self-regulation were also emphasized through bills deregulating industries and potentially privatizing ServiceOntario.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
This document is a newsletter from an employee union (OPSEU) providing updates to its members at MPAC (Municipal Property Assessment Corporation). It summarizes concerns about nepotism in MPAC's student hiring practices, negative feedback from members and the public about a new uniform vest, and reminds members to follow proper grievance procedures. It also provides contact information for union leadership.
The document summarizes updates from various social services sectors in Ontario. It discusses the Drummond Commission report which recommended consolidating agencies and improving service integration. It provides bargaining updates from the Developmental Services and Children's Aid Societies sectors, noting the end of provincial discussion tables in Developmental Services and ongoing bargaining. It also mentions members marking Pink Shirt Day and a NUPGE child protection working group meeting.
The document discusses Ontario's 2012 budget and its implications. It notes that Ontario has the lowest per capita program spending and fewest public sector employees per capita of all Canadian provinces. It indicates the budget will emphasize deficit reduction through cost cutting measures. It outlines timelines for upcoming bargaining with the Ontario public service and education sectors, noting the government will not bring additional money and seeks to limit compensation increases through potential legislative measures.
This document is a newsletter from an employee union (OPSEU) providing updates to its members at MPAC (Municipal Property Assessment Corporation). It summarizes concerns about nepotism in MPAC's student hiring practices, negative feedback from members and the public about a new uniform vest, and reminds members to follow proper grievance procedures. It also provides contact information for union leadership.
The document discusses two ongoing forums between the CAAT Pension Plan representatives and the Ontario government regarding proposed changes to jointly sponsored pension plans.
In the first forum, the government has proposed legislation requiring 50/50 contributions between employers and members, a dispute resolution process, and benefit decreases if a plan is underfunded. This could negatively impact the CAAT Pension Plan.
In the second forum, the government's advisor wants to pool smaller pension plans, including the CAAT Pension Plan, to create a large fund. The union is concerned this could reduce their control over pension funds and the money could be used to pay down government deficits.
The union believes the government should not dictate these changes or take control
The major economic problem in Canada is slow recovery and weak job growth, not deficits. However, public spending cuts at federal and provincial levels will make this problem worse. The 2012 Ontario budget will cut $17.7 billion from public services over three years, affecting jobs and wages in both public and private sectors. While the government claims spending cuts are needed to eliminate the deficit by 2017, the document argues the recession caused the deficit, Ontario had balanced budgets before, and spending is not the problem. Spending cuts will reduce jobs and hurt the economy, whereas tax increases would achieve deficit reduction with lower economic costs.
The document summarizes the roles and activities of various committees that represent Ontario college support staff. The Divisional Executive Committee addresses issues with system-wide implications and acts as the political arm for the sector. The Bargaining Team is responsible for negotiating new collective agreements. The Joint Classification Committee ensures staff receive proper pay grades. The Joint Insurance Committee monitors benefits plans. The Grievance Scheduling Committee schedules grievance hearings. Committees work to enforce agreements, improve processes, and address workplace concerns through research and lobbying.
The document discusses security upgrades at the Milner office of MPAC that included installing a seven-foot tall enclosed security turnstile without consulting employees. It is questioned if this will be enough security. Additional entrance security is planned. The document also discusses a new "Synergism" initiative at MPAC that led to assessors wearing blue vests with the MPAC logo to promote visibility, and surveying employees for their opinions on the vests. Charity donations from jean days are also mentioned. An "urban legend" about an assessor being mistaken for a drug cartel member is discussed as possible reasoning for the vest program. Contact information is provided for OPSEU leadership members responsible for different MPAC offices.
The document summarizes the Ontario Public Service (OPS) union's campaign against cuts and privatization of public services from 2011-2012. Key events included launching the "Save Our Jails" petition in response to corrections facility closures, holding fightback meetings for OPS locals, and organizing rallies in response to pink slip layoff notices. The union also conducted polling that showed strong public support for public services like ServiceOntario. The campaign utilized strategies such as member mobilizers, Choose Public wristbands and stickers, and posters profiling OPS member jobs.
The document provides information about the new executive members for the OPSEU Community Health Care Professional Sector. It introduces the 8 members of the executive including their names, positions, and brief backgrounds. It also provides updates on issues like the class action lawsuit regarding pension transfers, an invitation for executive members to visit local units, and information about upcoming conferences and events.
The document discusses job cuts to the Ontario Public Service. It states that since 2009, at least 3,400 jobs have been cut, with another 1,500 to be eliminated by 2014. The Minister of Finance announced there will be real cuts of up to 33% in some ministries. The document lists services that have seen reductions due to job cuts, including programs for adults with disabilities, water quality inspection, and processing of court documents. It encourages people to get involved in reviewing public services and bargaining for the next collective agreement to advocate for alternatives to cuts and privatization.
This document lists the locations, addresses, and hours of operation for ServiceOntario counters across various municipalities in Ontario. ServiceOntario counters provide publicly delivered services and are operated by the provincial government. The list includes over 100 locations across the province from larger cities like Toronto to smaller towns, and provides the specific address and hours for each.
An OPSEU stewards assembly is being organized to fight against 650 job cuts to Ontario public services this year, including programs for people with developmental disabilities, drinking water inspections, and support for road safety enforcement. The event details include the date, time, location, and contact information. All OPSEU stewards in Ontario public service workplaces are invited to attend, where refreshments will be provided.
The major economic problem in Canada is slow recovery and weak job growth, not deficits. However, public spending cuts at federal and provincial levels will make this problem worse. The 2012 Ontario budget will cut $17.7 billion from public services over three years, affecting jobs and wages in both public and private sectors. While the government claims spending cuts are needed to eliminate the deficit by 2017, the document argues the recession caused the deficit, Ontario had balanced budgets before, and spending is not the problem. Spending cuts will reduce jobs and hurt the economy, whereas tax increases would achieve deficit reduction with lower economic costs.
The document summarizes the roles and activities of various committees that represent Ontario college support staff. The Divisional Executive Committee addresses issues with system-wide implications and acts as the political arm for the sector. The Bargaining Team is responsible for negotiating new collective agreements. The Joint Classification Committee ensures staff receive proper pay grades. The Joint Insurance Committee monitors benefits plans. The Grievance Scheduling Committee schedules grievance hearings. Committees work to enforce agreements, improve processes, and address workplace concerns through research and lobbying.
The document discusses security upgrades at the Milner office of MPAC that included installing a seven-foot tall enclosed security turnstile without consulting employees. It is questioned if this will be enough security. Additional entrance security is planned. The document also discusses a new "Synergism" initiative at MPAC that led to assessors wearing blue vests with the MPAC logo to promote visibility, and surveying employees for their opinions on the vests. Charity donations from jean days are also mentioned. An "urban legend" about an assessor being mistaken for a drug cartel member is discussed as possible reasoning for the vest program. Contact information is provided for OPSEU leadership members responsible for different MPAC offices.
The document summarizes the Ontario Public Service (OPS) union's campaign against cuts and privatization of public services from 2011-2012. Key events included launching the "Save Our Jails" petition in response to corrections facility closures, holding fightback meetings for OPS locals, and organizing rallies in response to pink slip layoff notices. The union also conducted polling that showed strong public support for public services like ServiceOntario. The campaign utilized strategies such as member mobilizers, Choose Public wristbands and stickers, and posters profiling OPS member jobs.
The document provides information about the new executive members for the OPSEU Community Health Care Professional Sector. It introduces the 8 members of the executive including their names, positions, and brief backgrounds. It also provides updates on issues like the class action lawsuit regarding pension transfers, an invitation for executive members to visit local units, and information about upcoming conferences and events.
The document discusses job cuts to the Ontario Public Service. It states that since 2009, at least 3,400 jobs have been cut, with another 1,500 to be eliminated by 2014. The Minister of Finance announced there will be real cuts of up to 33% in some ministries. The document lists services that have seen reductions due to job cuts, including programs for adults with disabilities, water quality inspection, and processing of court documents. It encourages people to get involved in reviewing public services and bargaining for the next collective agreement to advocate for alternatives to cuts and privatization.
This document lists the locations, addresses, and hours of operation for ServiceOntario counters across various municipalities in Ontario. ServiceOntario counters provide publicly delivered services and are operated by the provincial government. The list includes over 100 locations across the province from larger cities like Toronto to smaller towns, and provides the specific address and hours for each.
An OPSEU stewards assembly is being organized to fight against 650 job cuts to Ontario public services this year, including programs for people with developmental disabilities, drinking water inspections, and support for road safety enforcement. The event details include the date, time, location, and contact information. All OPSEU stewards in Ontario public service workplaces are invited to attend, where refreshments will be provided.