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NUPGE brings concerns about AI to Council of the Federation

"What we are hearing is a need to address issues of power and control when it comes to AI. The danger isn't necessarily a ...
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NUPGE mourns the passing of Manitoba Sheriff’s Officer

On Tuesday, July 14, a tragic train collision near Portage la Prairie claimed the life of Brett Matheson-Maytwayashing, a Manitoba Sheriff’s Officer. The devastating crash left his colleague ...
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Scholarship FAQ

To apply for a scholarship you must meet all of the following requirements: Most NUPGE scholarships have additional requirements. See details on each scholarship below. * Please note, the Young ...
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NUPGE Scholarships

The 2026 Scholarships are now closed. It will take a few weeks to read and grade them. Winners will be announced on the NUPGE.ca website.
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MGEU members ratify new Civil Service Collective Agreement

Members of the Manitoba Government and General Employees’ Union (MGEU/NUPGE) who work in the civil service have voted to accept the province’s latest offer, ratifying a new 4-year collective agreement ...
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Canada must act to end the genocide in Gaza

We are witnessing unimaginable suffering in Gaza, as Israel uses starvation as a weapon of war through its blockade and militarized aid system. People in Gaza are dying from malnutrition and ...
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NUPGE mourns passing of long-time activist and former BCGEU President, Stephanie Smith

It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of long-time activist and union leader Stephanie Smith. “Stephanie’s trailblazing career and unwavering advocacy have left an indelible mark on ...
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Major Canadian company under fire for tax dodging

Brookfield, the fifth largest company in Canada, is facing calls to come clean about tax dodging. Earlier in June, a report from the Centre for International Corporate Tax Accountability and Research ...
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Celebrating Labour Day: the holiday Canada gave the world

The first Canadian parade for workers’ rights was held in Toronto on April 15, 1872. Welcome to Labour Day, the holiday that is so much a part of our culture that Canadians rarely pause to consider ...
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Striking community social service workers sound alarm on crisis in sector

Last week, community, health, and social service workers — members of the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU/SEFPO/NUPGE) — brought the need for improved funding to the Ontario Premier’s ...
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Corporate profits up by 54% since before the pandemic

A new report from Canadians for Tax Fairness shows that corporate profits are up more than 50% since the start of the pandemic, but most Canadians aren’t seeing any benefit. In fact, one of the ...
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NUPGE calls on Federal Government to act immediately to protect public health care

The National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) is calling on federal Health Minister Marjorie Michel to use the full authority of her office to stop Alberta’s Bill 11 from undermining ...