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July 5, 2024…

Tomorrow is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a time for us to recognize the strength, diversity and accomplishments of the original inhabitants of the land now known as Canada. Solstice solidarity June 21 was first declared National…

Sign on to Pharmacare is a campaign brought to you by the Saskatchewan Health Coalition. SGEU is a member of the Saskatchewan Health Coalition. The recent introduction of Bill C-64, also known as the Pharmacare Act, is an encouraging first…

For immediate release May 14, 2024 Regina, SK—Following mediation, the Saskatchewan Government and General Employees’ Union (SGEU) Public Service/Government Employment (PS/GE) Negotiating Committee has reached a tentative agreement…

The theme of this year’s Convention was “Reconnect.” Delegates from across the province reconnected from April 25 to 27 to discuss issues, debate resolutions and make important decisions. We elected table officers and…

Thank you to everyone who put their name forward for one of the positions up for election. Our union is made strong through member engagement, one aspect of which is serving in leadership positions. Congrats to all newly elected officials!…

Last November, community-based organization (CBO) members from SGEU, SEIU-West, and CUPE Saskatchewan met with the Honourable Gene Makowsky, Minister of Social Services. The group shared about the need for multi-year funding and offered ideas…

The SGEU Anti-Privatization Committee assists sectors and bargaining units in preventing and reversing privatization, highlights the benefits of public services, and educates the membership on the negative consequences of privatization. …

Meet the women’s committee! The SGEU Women’s Committee brings awareness to issues affecting women members, encourages women to participate in union activities, and works with other women’s organizations to advocate for women…

February marks Indigenous Storytelling Month, a time when Indigenous culture and knowledge are beautifully conveyed through traditional stories. It’s a fantastic opportunity to immerse ourselves in the rich heritage and narratives…

February 7, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Public Service/Government Employment (PS/GE) bargaining unit of the Saskatchewan Government and General Employees’ Union (SGEU) has reached an impasse in its contract negotiations with the…

Hope for the holidays Around this time of year, many of us take up holiday traditions—little things we do to celebrate the season and feel connected to our family and friends. Mine is listening to Christmas music. It drives my family…

Unions to Social Services Minister: Don’t fumble the ball on community-based organizations Today, workers from Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) represented by CUPE, SEIU-West, and SGEU gathered at the legislature to send a simple…

The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed November 6 as CBO Worker Appreciation Day. This day recognizes the exemplary work done every day by the staff and organizations who provide critical supports and services to citizens. If you are…

The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed October 29 to November 4, 2023, as Health Care Providers’ Week in Saskatchewan. Every day, health care providers work behind the scenes to care for the people of Saskatchewan. They include…