PA Collective Agreement News: Updates That Every Employee Should Know

If you`re a Public Agency (PA) employee, you know how important collective bargaining is. The PA collective agreement outlines the terms and conditions of employment for all unionized PA employees, and it provides a sense of security and stability for thousands of workers across Canada.

As with any contract negotiation, there has been a lot of news and updates on the PA collective agreement in recent months. Here`s everything you need to know.

Strike Averted

In early May, the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and the Treasury Board reached a tentative agreement for the PA collective agreement. The deal was reached just hours before a planned strike by more than 140,000 federal public servants.

The new agreement includes significant wage increases, improved job security provisions, and other improvements that were sought by PSAC bargaining teams. Overall, the wage increases are expected to be worth around 2.8% over four years.

The agreement still needs to be ratified by PSAC members, but the union`s leadership has recommended acceptance.

Phoenix Compensation

One of the key issues in the PA collective bargaining negotiations was the ongoing problem with the federal government`s Phoenix pay system. The system`s problems have led to countless errors, including missed paycheques and overpayments.

The new agreement includes provisions for ongoing compensation for employees affected by Phoenix. This includes a $2,500 payment for employees who experienced severe financial hardship as a result of Phoenix.

Improvements to Parental Leave

One of the most significant changes in the new collective agreement is an improvement to parental leave benefits. Under the new agreement, employees can take up to 93 weeks of parental leave, up from the previous limit of 78 weeks.

Employees will also have more flexibility in how they use their parental leave. They can now take up to 15 weeks of leave at any time during the first 52 weeks after the birth or adoption of a child. This will allow employees to better balance their work and family responsibilities.

Other Improvements

In addition to the above changes, the new collective agreement includes a number of other improvements for PA employees. These include:

– Increased funding for professional development and training

– Improved benefits for part-time employees

– Improved language regarding workplace harassment and violence

Overall, the new collective agreement represents a significant improvement for PA employees. It addresses some of the key issues faced by workers, including wage increases, parental leave improvements, and compensation for Phoenix-related problems.

If you`re a PA employee, it`s important to stay informed about the collective bargaining process and any updates to the agreement. Your union will provide you with regular updates on negotiations and ratification, so be sure to stay in touch.