CSN-STTRC CIRB 26-02-2026
The CSN-STTRC (Quebec province) claims APS positions before the CIRB (Canada Industrial Relations Board) As we previously informed you, the APS filed a challenge (judicial review) before the Federal Court...
OVERTIME, RULES TO REMEMBER…
Overtime, rules to remember… Some of you occasionally work hours in excess of your normal work schedule. This will be particularly true for APS members who will be working on...
Decision by the Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) – The APS’ Certification
On June 2nd, 2025, the CIRB issued a decision which, as expressed by the CIRB, narrows the scope of the APS’ certification. WHY THAT DECISION? This decision was issued following...
Studies on Radio-Canada/CBC, APS reveals the facts
CBC/Radio-Canada: APS Reveals the Facts In recent months, very strong criticisms of the CBC/Radio-Canada have appeared in the media. The network has been accused being biased. Some people have gone...
Studies on the relevance of CBC/Radio-Canada
The question of CBC/Radio-Canada’s public funding will definitely be an issue in the next federal election. We invite you to consult the following studies on this important issue: Comparing public...
Absences of 5 days or more for medical reasons
WHAT TO KNOW We have received several cases from APS members involving problems with medical documentation submitted to Canada Life, which resulted rejection on the grounds that the doctor’s medical...
2024/2025 Negotiation – Upcoming wage increases
The Corporation has informed us of the steps it has taken with regard to the timing and application of the 2% and 1.2% salary increases. Pay periods and payments Since...
Sick leave and medical certificates
The disagreement between the parties was when an employee was required to provide a medical certificate in the event of sick leave. Corporate policy vs. Canada Labour Code The corporation’s...