News Releases:
Lax border control leaves Niagara producers vulnerable
Two of the four major land crossings from the US into Canada in the Niagara Region are unattended by inspectors from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Independent poll shows Canadians reject Conservatives’ food inspection policies
The great majority of Canadians reject the Harper government’s policy of permitting the food processing industry to police its own safety practices.
Bar-b-quers beware
Every meat slaughter inspection group in Toronto and throughout Ontario is working short-handed, often operating below staffing levels required to ensure meat packing houses are following all safety requirements.
Weatherill food safety measures unraveling – Meat for Canadians inspected less than product destined for export
According to CFIA forecasts, the current government plans to cut spending on food safety by 21% by 2016–17. This will translate to staff cuts of 16.5%, or 548 positions.
Employer agrees to negotiations proposal for task force on mental health
The PSAC has won Treasury Board’s commitment to establish a joint task force on mental health.
Canadian Food Inspection Agency cuts sink consumer protection against food fraud in Metro Vancouver
The unit of food inspectors dedicated to protecting consumers and retailers in Metro Vancouver from food fraud and unsafe retail food displays has been disbanded.
Union News:
Agriculture Union members urged to complete Public Service Employee Survey
Our members at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency on September 7 received a joint email from the employer and the Agriculture Union urging their participation in this year’s Public Service Employee Survey.
PI Review Update
After much effort and support from our members working in Inspection at CFIA, we are nearing the completion of the Primary Products (PI) Review and its resulting mass grievances filed in 2000 and 2007.
Fabian Murphy elected by Convention delegates as part of strong team to lead the Agriculture Union over next three years
The Agriculture Union emerged from its August Convention with a new National President
Phoenix pay system woes spread to collection of union dues
The PSAC is reporting that dues are not being deducted from the pay cheques of many members.
Social Justice Fund approves funding for four projects
The AUSJF is pleased to announce that it has now approved a new project for funding and renewed support for three more.
CFIA negotiations make progress…slowly
The bargaining team for our members employed by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency met management negotiators the third week of June in Ottawa.
Preparations for Triennial National Convention gather steam
Preparations are well underway for the Agriculture Union’s 17th Triennial National Convention, to be held in Moncton from August 16 to 18.
Diversity and Inclusion joint Survey – make your voice heard!
Joint survey produced by PSAC and Treasury Board
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Briefing Notes:
MPs misled about changes to diminish health and safety in the Canada Labour Code
Agriculture Union blows the whistle on Employment Skills Development Canada officials who misled Parliamentarians concerning amendments to water down health and safety provisions of the Canada Labour Code.