Developmental service workers vow to keep fighting for programs and a fair contract as day programs close

Municipal, Social Services, Solidarity

Guelph, ON – After a two-month-long fight by families, workers, and allies, Community Living Guelph Wellington’s day program and EmployMEnt Options have closed not with a bang, but with a whimper. CLGW’s September announcement that they were facing a $3 million deficit led many to hope for a last-minute government intervention. Local MPPs met with…

Windsor-Essex County Health Unit urges provincial safeguarding of public health services amidst layoffs and funding challenges

COVID-19, Health Care, Public Health Matters, Solidarity

Windsor, ON – In the face of imminent layoffs CUPE 543, which represents close to 130 workers with the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit, is urging for immediate action to safeguard public health services amidst diminishing provincial funding. ­ The Health Unit recently experienced a substantial reduction in its workforce, resulting in the elimination of 14…