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Business Wire
20-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
As Strike Continues, OCEU Sends Letter to Ministers and Engages in Productive Discussion with Labour Minister Piccini
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As the WSIB strike enters its second month, there is renewed hope for progress. The Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750) has sent a formal letter to Labour Minister David Piccini and Treasury Board President Caroline Mulroney, urging them to end government interference in bargaining and help bring a fair resolution to the ongoing labour dispute. Encouragingly, during an information picket held Thursday outside Minister Piccini's Seniors Seminar in Port Hope, OCEU President, Harry Goslin, had a productive and constructive conversation with the Minister. 'We had a sincere discussion, and I'm hopeful that Minister Piccini will use his role to help bring the employer back to the table,' said Harry Goslin, President of OCEU/CUPE 1750. 'WSIB workers are ready to get back to doing the work they care about — serving injured workers and protecting Ontario's compensation system. We just need a fair offer we can bring to our members.' In the letter sent this week, OCEU warned that behind-the-scenes directives from the Treasury Board and continued political silence have contributed to a prolonged strike, delaying critical care and services for injured workers and increasing pressure on frontline staff. The union is calling on the government to allow the process to move forward free of political interference. Despite being employer-funded — not taxpayer-funded — WSIB has so far refused to table a fair deal or let members vote on its latest offer. But the union is hopeful that renewed dialogue with Minister Piccini will mark a turning point. 'We're optimistic that with political will and leadership, a final offer can be brought forward that puts an end to this disruption,' said Goslin. 'Our members want to return to work — and they deserve a respectful deal that reflects the essential services they provide.' OCEU continues to push for an immediate return to meaningful negotiations and urges both ministers to help restore stability and fairness to Ontario's workers' compensation system. pp/cope491
Hamilton Spectator
23-05-2025
- Health
- Hamilton Spectator
Ontario to require AEDs on construction sites
In a push to save lives in the event of heart attacks on the job, Labour Minister David Piccini is proposing legislation to require automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) at Ontario construction sites with more than 20 workers. Piccini will announce Friday in Whitby that construction firms can apply for reimbursement for the $2,300 machines. 'Every second counts in a cardiac emergency,' Piccini said in a statement obtained by the Star. AEDs are already in a number of locations across the province. The Heart and Stroke Foundation says putting them on construction sites is a 'step forward' given that 60,000 cardiac arrests take place outside hospitals in Canada every year.
Toronto Star
23-05-2025
- Health
- Toronto Star
Ontario to require AEDs on construction sites
In a push to save lives in the event of heart attacks on the job, Labour Minister David Piccini is proposing legislation to require automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) at Ontario construction sites with more than 20 workers. Piccini will announce Friday in Whitby that construction firms can apply for reimbursement for the $2,300 machines. 'Every second counts in a cardiac emergency,' Piccini said in a statement obtained by the Star. AEDs are already in a number of locations across the province. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW The Heart and Stroke Foundation says putting them on construction sites is a 'step forward' given that 60,000 cardiac arrests take place outside hospitals in Canada every year. Politics Headlines Newsletter Get the latest news and unmatched insights in your inbox every evening Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. Please enter a valid email address. Sign Up Yes, I'd also like to receive customized content suggestions and promotional messages from the Star. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Politics Headlines Newsletter You're signed up! You'll start getting Politics Headlines in your inbox soon. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page.
Times
23-05-2025
- Business
- Times
The six best wines to buy at Morrisons this summer — for under £13
The Morrisons range is a little more miss than hit but one strength is its The Best range, which unearths classic wines and offers them at excellent prices. France and South Africa are well represented and there is always a good showing of port and sherry. The Best Crémant de Limoux France (12.5%) £12.25This blend of mostly chardonnay from the Languedoc leans towards the appley end of the spectrum. Crisp and dry, it has a creamy texture. 2023 The Best Chianti Superiore Italy (13%) £9.50A decent chianti, made for Morrisons by Piccini, with plenty of red cherry, an intriguing herbaceous kick and a bright, juicy mouthfeel. 2024 Torres Viña Sol Rosado Spain (11%) £7.50This light rosé has notes of raspberry and an
Cision Canada
09-05-2025
- Health
- Cision Canada
SEIU HEALTHCARE RECIPIENT OF $2 MILLION FROM THE PROVINCE OF ONTARIO TO SUPPORT ITS WORKERSFIRST PLATFORM
RICHMOND HILL, ON, May 9, 2025 /CNW/ - The Province of Ontario, through the Skills Development Fund (SDF), has awarded $2 million to the union's innovative technology platform, WorkersFirst, which is part of SEIU Healthcare's first-of-its-kind union-led healthcare training centre. Through this funding, healthcare workers will have new opportunities for continuous education and learning to improve upon their existing skills. The funding will also support a pro-worker alternative to the problem of costly agencies, which better responds to staffing needs while simultaneously improving patient outcomes. SEIU is committed to creating opportunities for healthcare workers to reclaim the quality and dignity of work. "WorkersFirst is a union-made platform that fills the gaps in the delivery of care while putting profits back in the pockets of healthcare workers. It's our solution to temporary agencies that exploit workers and cost more but deliver less. I want to thank Minister Piccini and the government of Ontario for investing in our union's innovation." – Tyler Downey, President, SEIU Healthcare "Governments, unions and employers are stronger when working together. That's why our government is proud to support SEIU as they invest in Ontario's skilled, world-class workers. Through the Skills Development Fund, we are ensuring that PSWs, RPNs and RNs receive the training required to build a stronger, more resilient healthcare workforce." - David Piccini, Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. "The Ontario Government, through the Skills Development Fund, has helped WorkersFirst Technologies and SEIU Healthcare take a huge step forward in modernizing training for frontline healthcare professionals. This investment accelerates the use of our technology platform with enhanced staffing solutions, delivering better prepared workers in the workplace and a higher quality of care for patients across the province." – Anish Makim, Co-founder, WorkersFirst Technologies "WorkersFirst has given me access to more shifts, put money in my pockets and provided me with great benefits. A platform that is truly for workers by workers." – Zenebework Geribo, Personal Support Worker
