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Unions to Social Services Minister: Don’t fumble the ball on community-based organizations

Unions to Social Services Minister: Don’t fumble the ball on community-based organizations Today, workers from Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) represented by…

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Appreciation for workers in community-based organizations

Appreciation for workers in community-based organizations

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…

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Celebrating Health Care Providers' Week

Celebrating Health Care Providers' Week

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…

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Introducing Our New Member Services Officers (MSOs)

Introducing Our New Member Services Officers (MSOs)

I’m pleased to announce a new service for SGEU members who have questions or need assistance with labour relations issues at their workplace.  You can now connect with a Member Services Officer (MSO) at SGEU who can quickly assist…

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President’s Message on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

President’s Message on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

A Word from your President and your Union SGEU is proud of the work that we have done on our path to truth and reconciliation. But there is still a significant amount of work left to do. We must continue to educate ourselves and others in…

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Message from Hali Topinka, on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Message from Hali Topinka, on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

In the spirit of truth and reconciliation, we honour and acknowledge the children who never returned home and the Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. I encourage you to take this day…

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SGEU celebrates Saskatchewan’s public service workers in new campaign

SGEU celebrates Saskatchewan’s public service workers in new campaign

The Saskatchewan Government and General Employees’ Union (SGEU) is launching a new awareness campaign on Monday, September 25 to raise awareness around the value of Saskatchewan’s public services and the work their members do. SGEU…

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Workers, this day is for you

Workers, this day is for you

Federal public service workers. Education workers. Port workers. Liquor store employees. Actors.   Across North America, we’re seeing workers take action to win better working conditions and wages in the wake of…

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Solidarity with striking MGEU members who work at MB Liquor & Lotteries

Solidarity with striking MGEU members who work at MB Liquor & Lotteries

Earlier this month, SGEU President Tracey Sauer sent a letter of solidarity and support to the Manitoba Government and General Employees' Union (MGEU) President Kyle Ross regarding MGEU's strike action against Manitoba Liquor &…

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Introducing SGEU's new strategic plan

Introducing SGEU's new strategic plan

SGEU’s provincial council has been working hard to build a strategic plan—a road map that builds on our past and positions us for future success. This plan was approved at convention and we have started to work with standing…

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Boardroom name changes at SGEU offices

Boardroom name changes at SGEU offices

In the spirit of connection to the land, SGEU has renamed the boardrooms in each of our three offices after trees, lakes and animals. Let’s learn more about the Indigenous connection to the land. Jump to Prince Albert office…

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Indigenous Peoples of Saskatchewan

Indigenous Peoples of Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan is the traditional territory of the Cree, Dene, Dakota, Nakota, and Saulteaux peoples and the homeland of the Métis Nation. SGEU is grateful for the opportunity to work and live here. Learn about these peoples with the…

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Recognizing Indigenous history

Recognizing Indigenous history

June is National Indigenous History Month and today is National Indigenous Peoples Day. This month and day are a time to recognize the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. It’s…

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Pride glossary

Pride glossary

June is Gender and Sexual Diversity Pride Month in Saskatchewan! This month on our social media channels, we'll be sharing a Pride Glossary featuring different key terms and definitions from the book "The Queens' English: The…

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SGEU President calls on Premier to increase support for Continuing Care Assistants

SGEU President calls on Premier to increase support for Continuing Care Assistants

An open letter to Premier Moe from SGEU President Tracey Sauer Dear Premier, This week, your government is observing National Nursing Week. As you acknowledge the work of our province’s nurses, I write to call on your support for an…

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