May 2023 - Wilfrid Laurier University Staff Association

ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!!

May 30, 2023/in Did you know?, WRLC/by Tracy Cochrane

We wanted to provide you with an update as to where we are at with the Enough is Enough Expo which is this SATURDAY from 10:00-11:30 AM at Carl Zehr Square at Kitchener City Hall.

We have a really great response rate from organizations that wish to host an event. We will need volunteers to run some of the Labour Council booths during the event (and thank you to those who have responded. We should be good with obtaining the necessary equipment. If you are able to arrive at 9AM to assist, it would be greatly appreciated as it will be at that point where we will be able to assess our needs. I’ve included our two promotional posters to this email which you can distribute to your networks.

I think that’s it. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. Thank you for all that you do and look forward to seeing you all June 3rd.

Taking breaks at work? New study shows they boost your productivity

May 8, 2023/in Did you know?, Wellness/by Tracy Cochrane

If your workload is piling up, you may opt to tackle it all without taking any breaks, in order to manage it quicker.

But a new study from the University of Waterloo suggests that heavy workloads that discourage employees from taking breaks could disrupt general performance, causing high levels of stress and fatigue that stand in the way of productivity.

https://www.ctvnews.ca/business/taking-breaks-at-work-new-study-shows-they-boost-your-productivity-1.6329580?lid=im8h22z8k3ef

Provincial Pride 2023

May 8, 2023/in OSSTF, Pride/by Tracy Cochrane

OSSTF/FEESO is pleased to be able to continue its support of province-wide Pride celebrations. Recognition and support of 2SLGBTQI+ Members, students, families, and communities are an important part of the solidarity work done by OSSTF/FEESO and other labour organizations. As plans for local Pride celebrations across the province are announced, you are encouraged to get involved and show your support.

https://osstfupdate.ca/2023/05/03/provincial-pride-2023/

Equity Advisory Work Group Vacancies (2023-2024)

May 8, 2023/in OSSTF/by Tracy Cochrane

The Provincial Executive is seeking to fill four vacancies on the Equity Advisory Work Group (EAWG) for the 2023-2024 Federation year. The EAWG is a permanent advisory body to the Provincial Executive.

https://osstfupdate.ca/2023/04/20/equity-advisory-work-group-vacancies-2023-2024/

World Education Support Personnel Day – May 16

May 8, 2023/in Did you know?, OSSTF/by Tracy Cochrane

World Education Support Personnel Day (ESP Day) was launched in connection with Education International’s (EI) first-ever ESP Conference in 2018, following the adoption of the ESP Resolution at the 7th World Congress in 2015. The Conference endorsed a declaration on the rights and status of education support personnel, calling for its application worldwide.

https://osstfupdate.ca/2023/05/01/world-education-support-personnel-day-may-16/

What education members need to know about the new First Home Savings Account

May 4, 2023/in OTIP/by Tracy Cochrane

Thinking about buying your first home? Good news. The new Tax-Free First Home Savings Account (FHSA), designed to help qualifying first-time home buyers save for their home, is here. So, how exactly does this new account work and how can education members leverage it to save for their first home?

Read on to learn more about the FHSA and why you should consider opening an FHSA, even if you’re unsure about buying a home: https://bit.ly/41YyS7T. Brought to you by Educators Financial Group.

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