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Retail locals returning to work after COVID-19 closure

… Retail locals returning to work after COVID-19 closure May 11, 2020 Share Main Image Image May 8, … announced new COVID-19 measures that will allow retail workplaces to re-open across the province. The government’s … a helpful resource for those workplaces with members returning to work that outlines best practices and health …
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Returning to Work From COVID-19 Closure

… Returning to Work From COVID-19 Closure File File … 13, 2020 It has likely been a number of weeks since the majority of workers have been in the physical workplace. As the … was constantly inhabited may become temporarily unsafe upon returning to the workplace. Potable water systems need to be …
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Checklist for return to work post COVID-19 closure

… Checklist for return to work post COVID-19 closure File File Download the checklist here. A PLANNED … A PLANNED RETURN TO WORK MUST NOT BE AT THE EXPENSE OF WORKERS’ HEALTH AND … completed? What are are the risks and hazards? Is there a COVID-19 response team with clear responsibilities? Is the …
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After long struggle, Casinos finally re-open

… finally re-open July 15, 2021 Share Main Image Image Unifor members working in the gaming sector are returning to work this month , many of them after more than … Unifor members working in the gaming sector are returning to work this month , many of them after more than …
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Unifor is fighting to protect workers from COVID-19

… Unifor is fighting to protect workers from COVID-19 March 18, 2020 Share Main Image Image … due to illness) Provide special assistance to workers returning from maternity and parental leave who have … due to illness) Provide special assistance to workers returning from maternity and parental leave who have …
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Restarting Ontario’s economy

… Government of Ontario moves towards reopening certain sectors of the economy, I would like to advise you of Unifor’s … the provincial government to: provide clear guidance on worker rights and employer responsibilities in all … COVID-19 site at unifor.org/COVID19 , including our Returning to Work from COVID-19 Closure fact sheet and our …
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Do’s and Don’ts for employers during COVID-19 pandemic

… Do’s and Don’ts for employers during COVID-19 pandemic March 13, 2020 Share … across every sector of the Canadian economy to protect workers from COVID-19 exposure and assist in slowing the … about part-time and precarious workers including those returning from parental and maternity leaves who will not …
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Governments must protect Aviation workers as Sunwing suspends operations

… Governments must protect Aviation workers as Sunwing suspends operations March 17, 2020 Share … The decision is a direct result of the federal government’s COVID-19 travel restrictions and border closure policies. … March 17, 2020 TORONTO —Today Sunwing Airlines announced it will suspend …
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Restarting the Economy: What Retail workers need to know

… Restarting the Economy: What Retail workers need to know File File covid-19_retail-20200605-en.pdf The COVID-19 pandemic has … in the months ahead.   What Retail workers can expect when returning to work For non-essential retailers outside of … in the months ahead.   What Retail workers can expect when returning to work For non-essential retailers outside of …
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Letter to Premier Ford re: Rapid Testing at Airports

… Letter to Premier Ford re: Rapid Testing at Airports December 16, 2020 Share … Unifor represents 20% of Canada’s air transportation workers. Our members work in every sub-sector of the … for our transportation sector to emerge from the COVID-era able to compete and once again contribute to the …
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Hospitality and gaming workers applaud EI changes

… Hospitality and gaming workers applaud EI changes August 21, 2020 Share Main Image … and casinos have been among the sectors hardest hit by COVID-19-related closures,” said Albert Pacis​, unit … August 21, 2020 TORONTO —The new Employment Insurance measures introduced …
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Pandemic Policy Demands Provincial Jurisdiction (revised June 9)

… Demands Provincial Jurisdiction (revised June 9) File File covid_prov_policy_demands_en_20200611.pdf Update-June 9, 2020 Unifor position on public policy needs and worker support measures Unifor has launched a hub for member … Update-June 9, 2020 Unifor position on public policy needs and worker support …
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Restarting the Economy: What gaming workers need to know

… Restarting the Economy: What gaming workers need to know File File covid-19_infosheet_gaming.pdf … related operations. What gaming workers can expect when returning to work The gaming sector could take several years … related operations. What gaming workers can expect when returning to work The gaming sector could take several years …
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Restarting the Economy: What hospitality workers need to know

… Restarting the Economy: What hospitality workers need to know File File covid-19_infosheet_hospitality.pdf The hospitality sector – … operations. What hospitality workers can expect when returning to work The hospitality sector could take several … operations. What hospitality workers can expect when returning to work The hospitality sector could take several …
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Restarting the Economy: What media workers need to know

… Restarting the Economy: What media workers need to know File File covid-19_media-20200610-en.pdf The media sector faced a … The media sector faced a number of significant challenges before the … mild compared to other sectors. Many media sector workers have continued to work through the pandemic, …
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Applying for employment insurance: a how-to guide for Unifor members

… Applying for employment insurance: a how-to guide for Unifor members … welcome. As expected, these efforts are taking a toll on workers and the economy. As business slows down, factories … is your hire date), Enter Last Day Worked, “Will you be returning to work with this employer?” Click “Yes”, “Do you …
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Health and Safety: The “New Normal” is not the old normal

… Health and Safety: The “New Normal” is not the old normal File File … July 8, 2020 As many of us transition back to our workplaces during this ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we will … and should remain that way for the foreseeable future. RETURNING TO WORK DURING THE “NEW NORMAL” THE TOP 20 …
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COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions

… File covid_faq_en_20200420.pdf Revised April 20, 2020 Unifor has launched a hub for member information about the … That guidance is evolving rapidly. In the meantime, many workplace issues are developing about COVID-19. UNION … might reasonably, for instance, ask any individuals returning from travel to high-risk countries, to …
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Regional Directors advocate for #SafeSeptember return to school across Canada

… Regional Directors advocate for #SafeSeptember return to school across … press for safe conditions for children, teachers, education workers, janitorial staff and bus drivers. A recent webinar … Department about the disproportionate impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on women, highlighted school and child …
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave in British Columbia

… Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave in British Columbia File File … that it would introduce three days of paid sick leave for workers who need to stay home because of COVID-19. Effective … that it would introduce three days of paid sick leave for workers who need to stay home because of COVID-19. …
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Ottawa must take on Facebook and Google now

… Google now May 4, 2020 Share Main Image Image Canada’s news organizations are in mortal peril, and it’s time for the … about what is happening in their communities. The COVID-19 pandemic has made the dire situation even worse – … around Windsor as it closed 15 newspapers and laid off 80 workers. None of this is unique to Canada. In fact, Facebook …
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