News release

July 12, 2005

What should you as a PSAC member do if you encounter a picket line on your way to work?

First, you are under the obligation to report to your regular place of work. However, if you feel intimidated, or if you have any concern for your safety, step away from the picket line and call your supervisor to advise him/her of the situation. Your manager must provide you with safe passage to your place of work.

You can show your support for your PIPSC colleagues by walking the picket line with them outside of your normal working hours. You can also provide them with coffee, water, etc. You can also express your opinion to your colleagues and managers.

We ask that you do not change your work-related activities to perform work that is usually performed by PIPSC members. If you are asked to do so, obey the order, contact you shop steward, or union representative immediately.