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Following the cuts: the impacts of cnesst cutbacks 

By v.viens@ues800.org

In a recent article, Radio-Canada paints a troubling picture of the situation at the cnesst. Several workers’ rights organizations, including SEU800, are observing a clear deterioration in access to services, only a few months after the quebec government announced the cuts.  Delays are skyrocketing According to the information reported, mediation delays for certain labour standard complaints are now two to three […]

A look back at the 34th QFL Convention

By v.viens@ues800.org

Held from November 24 to 27, 2025, the 34th convention of the Quebec Federation of Labour marked a pivotal moment as the federation’s 33 affiliated unions came together to debate and vote on more than 150 resolutions. Over four days, hundreds of delegates exercised their democratic rights, united by discussion, debate, and a shared determination to defend […]

Resignation of Premier François Legault

By v.viens@ues800.org

Being premier of Quebec is an immense responsibility. Few people are prepared to expose themselves, for so long, to crises, criticism, and constant public scrutiny. One can question the Legault government’s record without disparaging the office itself. And without claiming that everything has been negative, it must be acknowledged that, over the past year, the […]

RREGOP: New rates effective in 2026

By v.viens@ues800.org

Good news for all public sector workers. The most recent actuarial valuation of the Government and Public Employees Retirement Plan (RREGOP), released in 2025, confirms that the plan is in excellent financial health. As a concrete result, the employee contribution rate to the RREGOP will gradually decrease starting in 2026. Nouveaux taux de cotisation salariale […]

Thank you for your solidarity

By v.viens@ues800.org

You came from all over Quebec. Some of you traveled for hours by car, arriving from Saguenay, Quebec City, Gatineau, and many other regions. Seeing such a strong, committed, and diverse delegation touched us deeply. We would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for taking a day out of your weekend […]

Building services – Quebec region: tentative agreement accepted!

By v.viens@ues800.org

At a general meeting held in Quebec city on November 30, 2025, nearly 80% of members voted to ratify the tentative agreement presented by the union.  The meeting was broadcast simultaneously in several cities, including Sherbrooke, Rimouski, and Sept-Îles.  Thanks to Marc Kébreau and Pascale Saint-Antoine for the pictures. Following a 14th bargaining session on November 11, the parties reached a tentative agreement to renew the master collective agreement for building services in the Quebec City region.  It should be noted that this collective agreement between the Service Employees Union, Local 800 (SEU 800), and the Corporation des entrepreneurs en entretien ménager […]

A look back at the 34th QFL convention

By v.viens@ues800.org

Held from November 24 to 27, 2025, the 34th convention of the Quebec Federation of Labour marked a pivotal moment as the federation’s 33 affiliated unions came together to debate and vote on more than 150 resolutions. Over four days, hundreds of delegates exercised their democratic rights, united by discussion, debate, and a shared determination to defend […]

Beaulieu Canada doubles down on its workers

By v.viens@ues800.org

In accordance with sections 53, 54 and 59 of the Act respecting Access to documents held by public bodies and the Protection of personal information, the Service Employees Union, Local 800 (SEU 800), submitted an access-to-information request to identify the author of the complaint that led the Acton Vale City Council to prohibit the heated […]

When Working Is No Longer Enough: The Middle Class and Non-Standard Workers Face Food Insecurity

By v.viens@ues800.org

Union Analysis of the 2025 HungerCount Each year, Food Banks Canada’s HungerCount provides a striking picture of the financial hardship experienced by hundreds of thousands of people from coast to coast. The 2025 edition confirms a troubling reality: food insecurity no longer affects only very low-income households, people receiving social assistance, or seasonal workers. It […]