As the Ontario government implements their plan to further open Ontario during the rise of the Delta variant of COVID-19 virus, our members have communicated their concerns about workplace health and safety.
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COPE Ontario Office Closure
COPE Staff continue to work remotely to ensure our members are represented and workplace issues are addressed. Virtual meetings are held with our members and employers, including negotiations, arbitrations, bargaining unit meetings, etc., to ensure the safety of our staff and members. We continue to work to ensure the safety of our members in their workplaces, including the ability to work remotely where possible. To ensure the ongoing access to training for members, we will be launching online workshops this month.
In the event of a workplace emergency or you have questions about your rights and responsibilities during the provincial response to COVID-19, please email [email protected] A staff member of COPE Ontario will ensure that you receive a response promptly.
Stay safe, practice proactive isolation and remember to wash your hands. Connect with us online, Facebook or Twitter for updates.
The COPE Ontario Team
LABOUR RELATIONS SPECIALIST - Job Posting - May 2022
The Canadian Office and Professional Employees Union is seeking a full-time Labour Relations Specialist. COPE Ontario is a grassroots union with multiple workplaces across the province is seeking to hire a Labour Relations Specialist. The Labour Relations Specialist works as their assigned Locals’ main contact for servicing at the members’ workplaces. Applicants should have demonstrated experience in, and an extensive knowledge of unions and labour relations to assist and expand the union’s capacity through bargaining strong collective agreements and representing members in workplaces.
Healthcare Sector Meetings - 2022
COPE Ontario will be hosting virtual meetings for all COPE Ontario Healthcare Sector Locals and or bargaining units. Local Presidents, Chairpersons, current negotiating committee and Executive Board members are invited to participate. Meetings start at 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.
Upcoming Meetings scheduled:
June 23
September 21
November 30
Please register with Pina Farisco at [email protected] or with Maureen O'Halloran at [email protected]
Amid staffing shortages, Hamilton educators are reporting ‘horrendous’ classroom violence
COPE 527 vice-president Linda Kowalski said there has been an “exodus of workers.” “We’ve had more retirements and resignations than ever since September,” she said.
More than 30 members have retired or resigned since the beginning of the school year. Typically, COPE would see a “handful” of resignations and between 20 and 30 retirements in a year, Lucek said. Those who are still in classrooms are “tired and frustrated,” she said. “Our members are burning out now in December,” Lucek said.
COPE ONTARIO STATEMENT ON COVID-19 VACCINATIONS
As the Ontario government implements their plan to further open Ontario during the rise of the Delta variant of COVID-19 virus, our members have communicated their concerns about workplace health and safety.
BASIC INCOME - know the facts
We at COPE Ontario support basic income for our members and all workers across Canada. We firmly believe that the financial security that comes with basic income allows for healthier, happier, and more successful communities.
WINTER-SPRING WORKSHOPS OPEN FOR REGISTRATION
COPE Ontario has launched virtual education workshops on many areas of interest. Visit the Education page to register today.
BILL124 LAWSUIT FILED AGAINST FORD GOVERNMENT
A Coalition of over 40 Ontario unions has formally filed evidence in a lawsuit to repeal legislation which severely limits wage and benefit increases for public sector workers, a move the Coalition says violates bargaining rights enshrined in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
COPE Ontario Office Closure
COPE Staff continue to work remotely to ensure our members are represented and workplace issues are addressed. Virtual meetings are held with our members and employers, including negotiations, arbitrations, bargaining unit meetings, etc., to ensure the safety of our staff and members. We continue to work to ensure the safety of our members in their workplaces, including the ability to work remotely where possible. To ensure the ongoing access to training for members, we will be launching online workshops this month.
In the event of a workplace emergency or you have questions about your rights and responsibilities during the provincial response to COVID-19, please email [email protected] A staff member of COPE Ontario will ensure that you receive a response promptly.
Stay safe, practice proactive isolation and remember to wash your hands. Connect with us online, Facebook or Twitter for updates.
The COPE Ontario Team