CMG National and Branch By-election Results – and – Nomination period extended for various positions
CBC Branch Executive Council
-Director of Precarious Workers: EVA UGUEN-CSENGE
-Director, Prairies: RON BOILEAU
CMG members at BuzzFeed have ratified their first contract
Canadian Media Guild (CMG) members at BuzzFeed have ratified their first collective agreement with the employer at 87.5%. The deal,
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CMG reaches tentative agreement with ZoomerMedia
Our union has reached a tentative agreement with ZoomerMedia after two months of bargaining with the employer. This round of
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Branch Quarters – Federal election: next steps
We must remain vigilant and keep letting federal decision makers know how urgent increased funding for the national public broadcaster is. I remain convinced targeted funding to convert more temporary employees to permanent is critical.
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Statement by CWA Canada President Martin O’Hanlon on Harassment of Journalists
Journalism is a pillar of democracy. If journalists feel threatened doing their jobs, important stories may go untold, and democracy
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Online Harassment of Journalists
It is heartbreaking to see in this age and age the ugly, often violent, racist remarks aimed at many female media workers and journalists of colour.
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CMG response to CBC’s announcement of a vaccination survey
CMG welcomes CBC’s decision to acquire information prior to implementing a potential legally enforceable mandatory vaccination program. However the union
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Truth and Reconciliation Day won’t be easy for anyone
By Melissa Ridgen – This first Truth and Reconciliation Day is bound to be difficult for everyone.
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Call for nominations: National and Branch Offices
The deadline for receipt of completed nomination forms is Wednesday, October 13, at 5 p.m. E.T. The dates for any necessary elections will be set following the close of nominations.
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Postmedia printing plant workers ratify first contract
The 71 workers at a Postmedia printing plant in Toronto have ratified a first contract that gives them major gains
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The Canadian Media Guild and The Canadian Press reach a tentative deal to avoid a strike
The union at The Canadian Press has reached a tentative deal with the employer. This comes after members of the
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Increasing understanding of Indigenous peoples’ histories and contemporary issues
As we approach Canada’s first National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, September 30, 2021, CMG is taking a step toward
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CMG accepts the Indigenous Canada course challenge
As we approach the inaugural National Day of Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, 2021 CMG is taking a meaningful
CMG accepts the Indigenous Canada course challenge Read More
Four of the five federal parties commit to supporting news media, and increased funding for CBC/Radio-Canada
Four of the five parties in the current federal election support a strong and stable media, with increased funding for
Your rights in a return to the workplace
As the COVID-19 public health situation changes, many workers are being asked to return to their workplace. Employers can require
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Labour Day Message from CWA Canada President Martin O’Hanlon
As we emerge from the pandemic, we will continue to shout in support of quality jobs, quality journalism, a vibrant free press, a strong, independent labour movement, and racial, economic, and social equality.
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Union training opportunity
The full day ZOOM session will be held Wednesday, October 20, 2021. You would be released from work for the day.
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CMG elects delegates to CWA Convention / Union Meetings 2021-2022
CMG members have elected five delegates to represent the union at the upcoming CWA Convention / Union Meetings. The elected
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Union files for conciliation in deadlocked negotiations with The Canadian Press
Toronto, Aug. 30, 2021– The Canadian Media Guild (CMG) has filed for conciliation in Ontario and Québec after bargaining talks
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Bargaining at CP – Intervention
Update Collective bargaining between the Canadian Media Guild and The Canadian Press has effectively been deadlocked over CP’s demands
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CMG delegates to CWA Convention – Election to be held August 27 – 31
Ten members have been nominated to contend for a position to represent CMG at upcoming events involving our union: the
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COVID-19 Q&A for CP Election Coverage
Dear members, We are aware some of you will be covering the elections on the road and/or have in-person
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Mandatory Vaccinations in the Workplace
The federal government announced recently that it will make the COVID 19 vaccine mandatory for the federal public service. The
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Benjamin Stadel is the winner of the Ron Pambrun Scholarship
Congratulations to Benjamin Stadel of Edmonton, Alberta who has been selected as the winner of the Ron Pambrun Scholarship Award for
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