For many, Labour Day merely marks the end of summer and start of the school year, but it’s far more than that.
“This holiday actually pays tribute to the labour movement and its achievements. It celebrates major gains we often take for granted, like the eight-hour work day, the forty-hour work week and maternity leave. It’s an opportunity to recognize everyone who risked their lives to lay the groundwork for occupational health and safety”, highlights Regional Executive Vice-President Yvon Barrière. “It marks the beginning of a social and trade union solidarity that protects our working conditions to this day.”
Yet much remains to be done. Countless activists are still working hard to reshape the policy and labour landscape and make life better for all workers. Here at PSAC, the pandemic forced us to consider the issue of remote work. Growing inflation has pushed us to fight harder for better wages. To combat persisting discrimination and racism, we are developing proactive anti-oppression training. In short, the work must go on, and this is the perfect moment to reflect, take action and get involved.
Check with your area council for the events near you or join us:
MONTREAL
Attend the annual Labour Day rally to join forces with our many locals, including SÉOUM and SÉTUE, and with the FTQ Area Council for Metropolitan Montreal. This is an important event to discuss the state of the union struggle and the history of the labour movement and exchange views with other union leaders and workers.
When: Monday, September 4, at 1:30 p.m.
Where: Office of the Premier, 770 Sherbrooke St. West, Montreal
Full details: www.facebook.com/events/1238460020192044
QUEBEC CITY
Join PSAC-Quebec’s delegation at the Solidarity March, part of Fête Arc-en-ciel, Quebec City’s pride celebration. Presented under the theme 𝗘𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗲: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗲𝘁 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 (Together: Out and Queer) and centred on the values of social justice, empowerment and advocacy, the march is an excellent opportunity to celebrate past struggles and the rich diversity of our communities.
When: Sunday, September 3, at 1 p.m.
Where: Place d’Youville, Quebec City
Meeting point: Café Second Cup, 800 d’Youville St., Quebec City
Full details: www.facebook.com/events/665789708798757
LAVAL
PSAC-CEIC Local 10426 invites its members and their families to the second edition of the 10426 party. Activities, food, drinks and music are planned.
When: Sunday, September 17, at 11 a.m.
Where: Centre de la nature à Laval, 901 du Parc Av., Laval
For full details and to confirm your attendance (including the number of people joining you), please contact your local executive.