Hi Members, As the BCGEU/PEA strike approaches its one-month mark, we’ve hit several significant milestones. This is now the longest public sector strike in British Columbia’s history. Last week also marked the first time since May 8, 2023 (BCGLA’s Day of Principled Job Action) that government civil lawyers participated in …
Members, Whew! It’s been a whirlwind few weeks for government civil lawyers and everyone else working in the BC Public Service; all indications are things are going to get worse before they get better. On Monday, we enter the second week of strike action by BCGEU and PEA. This marks the longest …
Hi BCGLA members, A quick update. The Tyee picked up our story on the 2-year anniversary of Bill 5, yesterday. I also encourage you to check out recent uploads to the website including: 1. My most recent letter to the PSA asking the government to, once again, restore parity in compensation between …
Hi all, I am pleased to announce the appointment of two new board members who volunteered to fill vacancies: Melanie Mortensen and Evan Barchuck. Melanie works in an excluded Legislative Counsel position and Evan is a tax litigator in JHR. It is wonderful to have representation from these groups on our …