Prime Minister Carney’s announcement last Friday confirmed that two temporary measures, originally set to end in October, will now be extended until April 11, 2026: These measures provide concrete support to hundreds of thousands of workers. But let’s keep in mind: they are still temporary. The labour movement continues to push for a comprehensive reform […]
Through your photos, you gave us a window into your reality, your pride in your work and your daily impact.Your faces shine a light on our organization and reflect the strength of the 800 in the industrial sector. Thank you to everyone who participated. You are at the heart of what drives the 800 forward, […]
Your photos have highlighted the importance of your work and the quiet strength of your presence in our communities. Thank you again for your participation, your commitment… and your smile in front of the camera!
Dear members, As you know, the master collective agreement for building services between the Union of Service Employees, Local 800 (UES 800) and the Corporation of Cleaning Contractors of Québec (CEEMQ) will expire on November 1, 2025. This agreement applies to members working in building services in regions covered by the Québec Decree. These regions are: […]
Reflection, solidarity and union commitment to equal rights Canada often presents itself as a welcoming destination for immigrants. But behind the slogans and statistics lies a different reality, one experienced by thousands of migrant workers who labor in our fields, factories, kitchens and hospitals. These are essential workers, yet they are often treated as second-class […]
A setback for Quebec women The Quebec Federation of Labour (QFL) expresses serious reservations about Bill 101, which the government calls An Act to improve certain labour laws. In reality, this bill represents yet another setback for Quebec women in terms of occupational health and safety. “By excluding health, social services, and education workers from […]
Highly competitive working conditions in Montreal’s building services sector The Service Employees Union, Local 800 (SEU 800) is proud to announce the official signing of the new collective agreement for Bee-Clean employees covered by the building services decree in the Montreal region. The new five-year agreement was ratified following general assemblies held in Montreal and […]
This gathering, marked by solidarity and union pride, brought together delegates from across Canada: Toronto, Winnipeg, Vancouver, and of course, Quebec. Together, they embodied a united Canada within a powerful and committed North American union. Workers united: a collective force for workers Workers United, affiliated with SEIU (Service Employees International Union), represents over 85,000 members […]
For several months now, the Service Employees Union, Local 800 (SEU 800), has been receiving a growing number of reports from workers being denied access to employment insurance benefits. This troubling reality reveals the shortcomings of a system that, while essential, remains ill-suited to the realities faced by precarious workers. A temporary, but significant step […]
Francization is much more than simply learning a language: it is an essential tool for social, economic, and cultural integration. Aware of this reality, the Service Employees’ Union, Local 800 (SEU 800), has been offering a francization program for several years, adapted to the realities of the workplace and accessible to all its members. This […]
