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See SEIU Members in Action

		SEIU lends another helping hand to striking CEP workers SEIU supported striking newspaper workers at Ming Pao Daily News on October 15, 2011. These workers are trying to obtain a first contract with the newspaper publisher. They have been on strike for over three weeks.
		SEIU rallies with striking CEP workers Communications, Energy and Paperworkers (CEP) members who work at Ming Pao Daily News are on strike for a first contract. SEIU Local 1 Canada members marched in solidarity on the picket line on October 1, 2011.
		SEIU protests outside of OHA head office SEIU Local 1 members and supporters rallied in front of the OHA offices on September 30,2011. The OHA refused to negotiate with the Central Hospital Bargaining Committee, and SEIU had enough!
		SEIU Plays Ball! SEIU took to the field at Coronation Park in Toronto on Sunday September 11th 2011 to take part in Mount Sinai Hospital’s Annual Softball tournament.
		Vote for Healthcare Rally SEIU members along with their brothers and sisters in the labour movement took to the streets to tell all politicians that we are voting for healthcare.
		Member appreciation BBQ at West Park Nearly 200 SEIU members at West Park Nursing Home in Toronto on Sept 8 turned out for a member appreciation day BBQ.
		Toronto Labour Day Parade SEIU members and supporters came out in droves to the Toronto Labour Day Parade on Monday, September 5. SEIU had a very strong showing, flexing its purple muscle for all to see!
		Ahoy SEIU Retirees! SEIU Retirees Committee activists and guests set sail from Midland, ON to celebrate their summer successes!
		NHS members enjoy fun, sun, and burgers on bun! SEIU's Niagara Health System members enjoy a day in the sun at our Member Appreciation BBQ!
		Jack & SEIU Jack Layton was always a good friend of SEIU. Here are a few fun photos of Jack attending SEIU Canada’s National convention in 2008 and marching with SEIU at Caribana in 2009. We’re going to miss you Jack!
		SEIU rocks the house at the Caribbean Carnival! SEIU members turned out in full force at the Caribbean Carnival in Toronto on July 30, 2011.
		Yee Hong Finch Purple Day Winners! Dozens of SEIU members at Yee Hong Finch Nursing Home turned out for a union BBQ to celebrate their victory in Purple Day!
		It's SEIU Fishing Day! Dozens of SEIU members along with their families learned a litte 'bit about fishing at Palmer Park in Port Perry. This event was dedicated in memory of SEIU Union Representative Rob West, who passed away suddenly in 2010.
		Meet SEIU's Purple Day winners! Dozens of nursing and retirement homes showed their purple pride on Purple Day on May 31, 2011. Here are this year's Purple Day winners.
		Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty hears the concerns of SEIU's PSWs About a dozen SEIU members had the unique opportunity to talk to Ontario Premier about their valuable role in Ontario's healthcare system.
		SEIU kicks off Purple Month with a BBQ It's the beginning of Purple Month. Purple Month is a time to honour workers’ rights, their struggles and their victories in the hospital sector.That's just one of the reasons why SEIU held a BBQ for SEIU members at Toronto East General Hospital.
		SEIU does the Healthcare Hustle! Nearly 300 SEIU members put on their dancing shoes and did the Healthcare Hustle at Yonge Dundas Square on Friday June 24 to raise awareness about healthcare issues in the upcoming provincial election.
		SEIU to striking CUPW postal workers: we support you! SEIU members and leadership join striking postal workers on the picket lines.
		Revera says cutback; SEIU members say Fightback! SEIU members rallied at Revera Retirement home's Leaside location to protest the company's decision to layoff staff
		SEIU members’ generosity goes international! Members of the SEIU Multi-faith and Community Network deliver much-needed medical equipment to St. Ann’s Bay Hospital in Jamaica.
		The residents at Revera deserve more! Scores of SEIU members at Revera Retirement homes turned out in full force to protest the company’s plan to reduce staff and services for seniors.
		PSW Day at Queen's Park On May 19, Personal Support Workers Day, SEIU Local 1 Canada celebrated the annoucement of a PSW registry at Queen's Park.
		Celebrating Nurses Week 2011 SEIU gives credit to the important work RPNs do and gave recognition to them at a recent gala held to honour their contribution to the health system. Nurses and health professionals - we honour you!
		Administrative Professionals Day 2011 SEIU Local 1 Canada celebrated Administrative Professionals Day on Wednesday, April 27. SEIU saluted the hard work and creativity of our 7,000 healthcare administrative professional members in Ontario.
		RPN Forum in Barrie SEIU and RPNAO hosted an RPN forum on numerous issues nurses face every day on the job. SEIU members had the opportunity to weigh in on issues and share their own personal stories.
		Celebrations with a heart! SEIU’s Multi-Faith Network (SMCN) hosted a lively evening of appreciation, song and comedy in support of our members’ fundraising efforts for the most vulnerable in the Caribbean.
		SEIU celebrates International Women's Day in Thunder Bay SEIU Local 1 Canada President Sharleen Stewart visits SEIU members in Thunder Bay to celebrate International Women's Day.
		SEIU members demand respect from Toronto City Council Over 10,000 people from every corner of the city and all walks of life flooded Toronto’s downtown streets today in a massive rally to demand respect from Toronto City Council.
		SEIU central nursing home bargaining conference SEIU nursing home members from across Ontario gathered together to set their bargaining priorities and elect their bargaining committee
		SEIU hospital workers setting their bargaining strategy On March 21-22, nearly 100 SEIU activists who work in Ontario's hospitals gathered together to discuss their negotiating strategy with the Ontario Hospital Association (OHA).
		Community services workers share their vision at conference On March 10, SEIU hosted a dynamic community services conference in Markham, Ontario. Community services workers from across the province spent the day celebrating past successes, and gearing up for an even better 2011!
		SEIU raises money to ship medical supplies to the Caribbean SEIU raised over $700 at a Casino Rama charity trip. The money will be used to ship wheelchairs and other medical supplies to hospitals and poor houses in Jamaica and Grenada.
		10,000 Protestors Support Hamilton Steelworkers Over 10,000 protesters and SEIU members filled up the streets of downtown Hamilton on Saturday, January 29 to support Stelco’s Steelworkers who have been locked out since November 7, 2010.
		Homecare workers protest at VON headquarters Homecare workers protested in front of the VON headquarters to let them know they are not giving up on their fight to have a fair contract.
		Homecare Conference 2010 They are ready to lead! Nearly 100 homecare workers attended SEIU's home care conference on December 6 - 7, 2010 and learned how to become a leader in their workplace
		Yee Hong McNicholl Transition Meeting About 100 new SEIU members from Yee Hong McNicholl nursing home learned how to bargain for a new contract after they joined SEIU in the fall of 2010.
		Marcelle Retires after long list of achievements Thirty-two years at SEIU is only one fact that illustrates the dedication and commitment Sister Marcelle Goldenberg has for the labour movement, SEIU members and the lives of their families. We recognize her accomplishments and wish her a happy retirement.
		Boycotting Sears in Toronto SEIU Local 1 Canada participated in a rally demanding a Sears warehouse in Vaughan start negotiating with their union, Steelworkers Local 9537. These workers have been locked out since April 2010.
		Yee Hong McNichol Employees at Yee Hong McNicol joined SEIU Local 1 Canada. They are our newest members. Welcome aboard!
		Valleyview Residence Some members of Valleyview Residence joined with the President for a photoshoot opportunity. It was their day to meet and be entertained by their union on one of the Appreciation Days won by their union stewards.
		Member Appreciation Day Sandalwood Park Retirement Community members had their opportunity to meet the President of SEIU! They laughed, shared ideas and enjoyed pizza and other goodies with her, their Union Representative, Stewards and each other.
		Retirement Homes Conference Members from the Retirement Homes sector were educated, entertained and left the conference with enthusiasm about plans being implemented in their sector.
		Nursing Homes Conference President Sharleen Stewart addresses the huge body of attendees at one of three conferences held for SEIU sector members.
		RPNs Conference This year's RPNs' conference was held in Orillia. SEIU's enthusiastic RPNs were delighted to hear of their union's accomplishments on their behalf.
		Labour Day - Hamilton, Merritton-Northumberland Our members celebrated Labour Day by doing many different activites as you will see from these pictures.
		It rained. It poured. But they still marched SEIU members turned out for the Toronto Labour Day parade on September 6. Even though it rained, they still marched to say public sector cuts hurt health care.
		Caribana was an Enchanted Garden SEIU members turned out in full force to celebrate Canada's Caribbean community at the Caribana Parade 2010.
		Massey Centre Summer BBQ Massey Centre employees, SEIU members, teenage mothers and their children, unions, NGOs and concerned citizens attended a solidarity rally and BBQ.
		BBQ at Extendicare - Scarborough A lovely day for a BBQ. Union members at Extendicare enjoyed a tasty hamburder and was visited by SEIU President Sharleen Stewart.
		Celebrating Pride 2010 with our Members Hot! Hot! Hot! The day was hot and the parade was even HOTTER! SEIU marched in Pride and we salute all our proud members.
		Health and Safety Training Conference "Knowledge is Power!" Know your Rights: "The Right to Know", "The Right to Participate" and "The Right to Refuse." These members are looking forward to attending more union sponsored training programs.
		Nursing Home team launches Contract Action Rallies SEIU’s contract action team went into full gear on June 22-23 demanding nursing homes employing SEIU members return to the bargaining table and negotiate a contract immediately.
		Niagara-Hamilton Leader's Conference SEIU Local 1 Canada Stewards and leaders gathered together in the Niagara region on Friday, May 14 to discuss the latest strategies and best practices in member servicing.
		SEIU Steward Training in Thunder Bay This group of people were being trained to be a steward in SEIU.

		Jammin’ at Massey Centre Striking Massey Centre employees heard some great tunes on the picket line from popular folk singer and activist Faith Nolan.
		Massey Centre Workers on Strike! Massey Centre workers voted to go on strike. Workers at Massey Centre have voluntarily deferred wage increases for more than ten years. They have done all they can to help the centre with its tight budget. Employees at Massey need a new contract and they need it now!
		Southlake hospital workers rally for a new contract Dozens of SEIU members from Southlake Regional Health Centre demanded the OHA return to the bargaining table and negotiate a new contract for SEIU hospital workers. They also protested skyrocketing hospital CEO pay.
		Ontario Health Coalition rally SEIU members turned out in full force at an Ontario Health Coalition rally to protest the Ontario Government's recent budget.
		It's SEIU's fight too In solidarity, SEIU Local 1 Canada members and staff participated in the United Steelworker's "Bridging the Gap" rally in Sudbury. Over 4000 supports from across Canada and from around the world came to show their support for our USW brothers and sisters who have been without a fair contract.
		Packed audience at town hall to save physio program at Toronto hospital Scores of people turned out for a town hall meeting to save Toronto East General Hospital's outpatient physiotherapy program.
		Comcare workers demand a contract NOW! Over 150 Comcare workers and supporters turned out at a rally to demand a collective agreement.
		Nursing home bargaining conference in Toronto 100s of SEIU members who work in Nursing Homes began preparing for central bargaining with their employers. This two day event concluded by electing members to serve on SEIU's nursing home Central Bargaining committee.
		SEIU rallies against OHA bargaining stalemate SEIU orgnized rallies across Ontario to send a message to the Ontario Hospital Association that SEIU members want their members voices heard on key issues at the bargaining table.
		Massey Centre for Women Employees and SEIU members who work at Massey Centre for Women demonstrated against their employer's proposal to freeze wages for the next 3 years.
		Education is Key for Stewards Stewards from Toronto hospitals attended a workshop where they learned what it takes to be a union steward. They learned that being a steward involves much more than handling grievances. It also involves building a united, organized and active membership .
		A Delicious Member Appreciation Day for Humber River Hospital Workers Hundreds of Humber River hospital employees at Church, Finch and Keele sites came out to enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch and dinner.
		SEIU Sponsors Charity Golf Tournament For the third year, SEIU sponsored the Annual Brooke Lynn Charity Golf Torunament to raise funds for the Starlight Children's Foundation, an organization dedicated to making a world of difference in the lives of seriously ill children and their families.
		Labour Day fun in Cambridge Hundreds of union members from Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and the surrounding area attended the Labour Day picnic in Cambridge.
		Hundreds turn out for Labour Day in Toronto Hundreds of SEIU members turned out in full force for Toronto's annual Labour Day parade.
		Members BBQ at PMH Members at three area hospitals turned out for a roof top BBQ and met their President Sharleen Stewart.
		Groovin' with SEIU to a Caribbean beat Watch Jack Layton, Olivia Chow and Andrea Horwath dance to an African drum beat with SEIU at the annual Caribana Parade. This year's theme was an traditional African wedding.
		SEIU Marches in the 2009 Toronto Pride Parade SEIU members turned out in full force to support rights for gays, lesbians, bisexuals and transgendered people across Canada - and have a little fun while they're at it.
		William Osler Health Centre SEIU's Executive team pays a visit to William Osler Health Centre.
		Protesting Hospital Cuts Members of SEIU protesting cuts in the health region that will cause major layoffs, privatization and threaten local Emergency Rooms, birthing facilities and hospital beds.
		Protest to Stop Hospital Cuts SEIU members and concerned citizens protest against the McGuinty government's proposed hospital cuts.
		SEIU Celebrates Nursing Week Nursing Week is an opportunity to celebrate our members' critical contributions to the health-care system.
		Bargaining Conference Chief Stewards from hospitals across Ontario attended a bargaining conference in Toronto to learn better ways to negotiate better contracts for SEIU members in their workplace.
		Hospital Workers Conference Hospital workers encouraged to "learn all they can" at a two day education conference held for their stewards.
		SEIU Continues Strike Action in Chatham Red Cross home care workers continue to push for better working conditions and compensation for travel time.
		Red Cross Workers Strike in St. Catharines Kingston. and Pembroke Red Cross workers in St. Catharines, Kingston and Pembroke took their grievance to the picket lines and called on the government to address the "crisis" in the Ontario home care system.
		Red Cross Workers In Action Their spirits are high and their morale is strong. See Red Cross workers on strike in different cities across Ontario.
		SEIU Protests Cambridge Hospital Cuts SEIU holds a series of workshops and rallies opposing Waterloo-Wellington LHINs decision to cut hospital funding in the area.
		Ontario NDP Leadership Convention See SEIU members choose a new leader at the recent Ontario NDP convention in Hamilton.
		Attendance Management Rally - Bluewater SEIU members working at hospitals in Sarnia and Cambridge protested Attendance Management policies that would discipline health care workers just for calling in sick.
		Andy Stern comes to Canada SEIU International President Andy Stern and Secretary-Treasurer Anna Burger visited Canada to discuss new ways to improve working conditions for Canadian workers.
		SEIU rallies to support Sunrise workers SEIU members and staff braved the windy weather to support the rights of Sunrise Senior Living's employees to form a union in their workplace at one of the company's retirement homes in Toronto.
		Protest Against Automated Attendance Management Systems Hospital workers say the use of automated attendance management systems intimidating ill staff to show up for work despite health risks.
		Thousands Rally to support Coalition Government Thousands of people across Ontario came to Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto to show their support for the Coalition Government.
		SEIU Ontario NDP Leaders Debate SEIU Local 1 Canada hosted an Ontario NDP leaders debate with the four candidates running to succeed Howard Hampton: Gilles Bisson, Andrea Horwath, Michael Prue and Peter Tabuns.
		Listen Up, McGuinty! Hundreds of protesters march onto Queen's Park and other locations protesting the Ontario Goverment's cuts to its health care system.

		RPN Convention 2008 Nearly 150 nurses attended the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Division Convention on August 19-21, 2008 in Toronto.

		Labour Day Parade 2008 Hundreds of SEIU members participated in the Labour Day Parade on September 1 in Toronto. SEIU Local 1 Canada’s float depicted a fragile house of playing cards, resembling Ontario’s shaky and underfunded home care policy.

		Caribana Parade 2008 See SEIU members march in the Caribana Parade in Toronto on August 2, 2008.

		Gay Pride Parade 2008 View SEIU members having a fun time at the 2008 Gay Pride Parade in Toronto on July 5, 2008.

		2nd Annual Brooke Lynn Charity Golf Tournament Members and staff from SEIU played golf on June 27, 2008 to raise money for the Starlight Starbright Children’s Foundation.

		SEIU Convention in Puerto Rico 2008 Over 3,500 delegates from across the world attended SEIU's 24th Quadrennial International Convention from May 31 - June 5 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

		Paramedics Rally at Toronto City Hall See dozens of paramedics at Toronto City Hall on May 23, 2008 demanding better retirement and pension benefits.

		SEIU Local 1 Canada Convention 2007 350 delegates attended SEIU Local 1 Canada’s convention on September 18 – 20 in Windsor, Ontario. Guest speakers included SEIU President Andy Stern.