MGEU is continuing @MFLabour’s call for @MBGov and @WCBManitoba to provide presumptive coverage for all Manitoba workers who may become infected with COVID-19 through the course of their employment. https://t.co/5LEUdSnHH4
Today in Winnipeg General Strike history: May 1, 1919 - After months of negotiations, all unions belonging to the Building Trades Council go on strike over union recognition, wages, and working conditions #1919strike
Kevin Rebeck (MFL) and Lynne Skromeda (Winnipeg Folk Festival) were among the speakers at today's announcement of the events scheduled to take place in recognition of the 100th anniversary of the Winnipeg General Strike.
WRHA spokesperson Lori Lamont noted "home care workers and health-care aides undergo similar training and have similar skills." And she said, in existing agreements, "management reserves the right to shift personnel around to deal with staff shortages."
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Jan Henley was a lifelong advocate for vulnerable children. She joined CFS in 1986 and oversaw the initiative to prioritize education for children in care. She also was involved with her union and chaired MGEU’s Women’s Committee https://t.co/Qn2PH0wBMs #RIP#wfp
Oct. 10 is World Mental Health Day, a day of global mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma. Every Oct. 10, thousands of supporters celebrate this opportunity to bring attention to mental illness and its major effects on peoples' lives worldwide.
Senator McCallum gets it. Make sure Premier Pallister understands that keeping Air Services public is best for Manitobans. Message him at https://t.co/xhfUG2JlJz. - Privatizing Manitoba’s water bombers too risky: Senator McCallum https://t.co/4JEEv3SBV1 #mbpoli#keepustogether
This stamp depicting two paramedics administering life-saving medical treatment helps highlight the exemplary services provided by the nation’s paramedics. We thank you for your service! #Salute2Responders https://t.co/3otd61zXd2
The Pineland Forest Nursery produces trees that replenish our forests and houses a seed bank that maintains Manitoba's biodiversity. Why would the Pallister government want to privatize it? Add your name to those that want this treasure to remain public: https://t.co/akOhZZe2B2
Good morning MFL Convention delegates! Take a second to stop by our photo booth today and get “framed." Find us right outside the convention floor entrance. #MFL2018#mgeu#keepustogether#carecomesfirst
Larry Rousseau of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is addressing delegates of #MFL2018. After a review of the federal labour climate, he made an impassioned plea for a national Pharmacare program.
With ten active wildfires burning right now in Manitoba, we’re reminded how important our public water bombers are to our communities. What would happen if the government privatizes this essential service? #KeepUsTogether#mbpoli
@Brian_Pallister should apologize to the dedicated Manitobans who deliver vital public services we all count on. They take pride in providing great service – even when their government doesn’t invest adequate resources & staff #mbpoli /3
@Brian_Pallister’s plan for cannabis retailing bills taxpayers for the costs of policing, regulation & addiction but lets private investors take the profits. Public sales model protects communities & generates $$ for health care & other public services #mbpoli /1