Local 8 of the Public and Private Workers of Canada (PPWC) participated in a Day of Mourning Event on the Sunshine Coast, British Columbia on April 28. Local 8 placed a flower wreath at the […]
International Workers Day, held every year on May 1, is a celebration of workers’ rights, social justice, equity and democracy. Founded by socialists in the late 19th century, the date was chosen [...]
In 1990, Parliament passed the Workers Mourning Day Act to recognize April 28th as the day to remember workers killed or injured on the job. Over 1,000 Canadians lose their lives at work every [...]
The Public and Private Workers of Canada (PPWC) celebrates International Women’s Day on March 8, an opportunity to reflect on the progress made towards achieving gender equality and celebrate the [...]
Thanks for coming out to community discussion on the Future of the Forestry industry in British Columbia on February 28 Featuring: Opening Prayer – Victor Joseph – Elder, Lheidli T’enneh First [...]
Come out to community discussion on the Future of the Forestry industry. Tuesday, February 28, 6:30 pm Canfor Theatre, UNBC Or attend virtually by scanning the QR code above. Featuring: Mike [...]
Tuesday, January 17, 6:30 pm Canada Games Plaza, Prince George, BC (While Premier David Eby has dinner inside) Read letter from PPWC National President Kelly Johnson Our forests and local workers [...]
Based on your postal code, your letter below will automatically be sent to your federal Member of Parliament, your Members of Provincial Legislatures, Senators, and the Minister of Finance. Thank [...]
The Public and Private Workers of Canada (PPWC), National Health and Safety Officer, Barry Touzin, has shared some information on supporting mental health during the holidays. This time of [...]
On behalf of the Public and Private Workers of Canada (PPWC), we wish you and yours a happy and healthy holiday! From the National Office
The Joint Health and Safety Conference will be held at the Coast Coal Harbour Hotel, Vancouver BC on March 27-28, 2023, for All Western Region Pulp + Paper, Converting Local Unions & [...]
Check out the Fall 2022 edition of CCU Connections, the official news magazine of the Confederation of Canadian Unions, featuring articles by PPWC members Todd Smith, Ken Zdebiak and Adrian [...]
Photo credit: Chris Larson/Pexels Private and Public Workers of Canada (PPWC) National Health and Safety Officer, Barry Touzin, will be hosting a Health and Welfare Conference at the Chateau [...]
To all Locals, Presidents, NEB Members, Union Counselors and National Officers: Please see the attached news release from the BC Government in regards to New forestry agreements with First [...]
Private and Public Workers of Canada (PPWC) National Environmental Sustainability Officer, Cam Shiell, will be hosting an Environmental and Forestry Seminar at the Chateau Granville Hotel, [...]
Indigenous peoples in Canada have been part of our proud military history for over 200 years. During the War of 1812, they were vital allies in the protection of Canada, helping protect the [...]
