Many members commented that, in the past, such strategic conversations haven t often happened until much later in bargaining. If you ve got something to say, step up now. Make your voice heard. The public is getting really angry about the destruction of public services. Front-line workers are taking the heat for this government s mismanagement.
People are interested in saving their jobs and improving their working conditions.
Members didn t need to be told that their wages have fallen behind. Inflation over the same period will have been 16.0 per cent. All OPS Local demand-setting meetings are to be held this month. If you don t know who your steward is, find your Local president or any other member of your Local Executive Committee. Original authorized for distribution by Leah Casselman, president.