Health and Safety

In addition to those in the federal public service, PSAC represents many workers in our universities, gaming sector, security industry, and at national airports. Many of these members are facing layoffs and fearing pay interruption due to the health crisis caused by the spread of COVID-19.

Fellow members of Local 20500, Given the current situation and the uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, I want to assure you that your Union is doing everything possible to stay on top of the latest information as it becomes available to us. The situation is very fluid and is certainly uncharted territory for everyone concerned.  The Commissonaires Union may not have all of the answers but as situations present themselves, we will try to address them as quickly as possible.  

Due to COVID-19, the PSAC offices in Vancouver and Victoria are closed until March 31st, at which time we will assess the situation. All PSAC staff in the region are working remotely to respond to any inquiries and the office phones are still in operation - contact PSAC BC at the numbers below or click for the staff contact list. Vancouver RO: tel: (604) 430-5631 | toll-free: 1 (800) 663-1655Victoria RO: tel: (250) 953-1050 | toll-free: 1 (866) 953-1050

As the number of reported cases of the coronavirus rise in Canada, it is important that PSAC take precautions and act proactively to safeguard the health and safety of our members, staff, and the Canadian public. In keeping with recommendations from both local and national health authorities, our union has made the difficult decision to suspend activities that would require a large gathering of members. To that end, PSAC Regional Conventions for the NCR, Québec and B.C. have been postponed until further notice.