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November 19, 2020 by 1996-O Executive

Unifor Statement on the Trans Day of Remembrance

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Unifor unites with a growing movement around the world in acknowledging November 20 as the Trans Day of Remembrance (TDOR). November 20 is a day of mourning, as our union comes together to recognize those whose lives – overwhelmingly Black trans women and femmes – have been taken due to anti-trans violence.

We mourn the lives lost and stand alongside trans members and their families as they seek to live with the dignity, safety and freedom that we all need and deserve.

Trans rights are human rights. No person should be subject to discrimination, intimidation or violence because of their gender expression or identity.

Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) was started in 1999 by transgender advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith as a vigil to honor the memory of Rita Hester, a transgender woman who was killed in 1998.

“Transgender Day of Remembrance seeks to highlight the losses we face due to anti-transgender bigotry and violence. I am no stranger to the need to fight for our rights, and the right to simply exist is first and foremost. With so many seeking to erase transgender people — sometimes in the most brutal ways possible — it is vitally important that those we lose are remembered, and that we continue to fight for justice.”

– Transgender Day of Remembrance founder Gwendolyn Ann Smith

Unifor encourages members to include a moment of silence for murdered transgender people at your next online union event or meeting.

Take time to pause and recognize those that have been taken by this violence, and commit to continue to work against transphobia as a union.

Members can also support trans people in the workplace, and at the bargaining table by negotiating gender-natural washrooms, gender-inclusive PPE’s and uniforms, expanded medical benefits including mental health care, and other bargaining priorities in Unifor’s 2019 Collective Bargaining Program.

Unifor invites all trans and gender non-binary members to become involved in their locals and union. Reach out to Sarah McCue, LGBTQ Staff Liaison at pride@unifor.org.

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November 19, 2020 by 1996-O Executive

National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women: Vigil and Action

 

December 6 marks the National Day of Remembrance and Action for Violence against Women. For Canada’s workers, this day brings a clear opportunity for community and activism.

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to spikes in gender-based violence in Canada and around the world.

Issues of isolation, economic insecurity, stress and disconnect from social supports are all risk factors that lead to increased instances of violence.

During this isolating time, let’s come together. RSVP for Unifor’s December 6 Vigil and Action if you are committed to take the next step to end gender-based violence.

Following remarks from Unifor’s leadership and a digital vigil, stay for regional breakout sessions led by Unifor’s Regional Directors and Council Women’s Committee members as we take action to demand a National Action Plan on Violence Against Women and Girls from the federal government.

Remarks by:

Jerry Dias, Unifor National President

Lana Payne, Unifor National secretary-Treasurer

Renaud Gagne, Unifor Quebec Director

France Paradis, Unifor Quebec Representative

Gina Smoke, Unifor Indigenous Liaison

Lisa Kelly, Unifor Women’s Director

Additional vigil participants

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November 13, 2020 by 1996-O Executive

1996-O Member appreciation draw – “Listen Up” initiative

1996-O Gift card draw

 

In Solidarity,

Lee, Sanjay, Brian, Chris

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November 13, 2020 by 1996-O Executive

Condolences to family and friends of Antonios (Tony) Paraskevopoulos on behalf of Unifor 1996-O

It is with great sadness to have learned on Nov 9 2020 of the passing of Antonios (Tony) Paraskevopoulos. Our deepest condolences for the  family’s loss. He will be missed and forever in our thoughts.

 

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PARASKEVOPOULOS Antonios,
We sadly announce the loss of our beloved
Son, Brother and Uncle has passed.

Born in Toronto February 23, 1972,
passed surrounded by loving family on
November 1, 2020.

Viewing: St John’s Greek Orthodox Church
1385 Warden Ave, Scarborough, ON M1R 2S3
Saturday November 7, 2020
10 to 11 am

Funeral Service: St John’s Greek Orthodox Church
1385 Warden Ave, Scarborough, ON M1R 2S3
11 am

Interment Pine Hills Cemetery, Section 16

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to:
https://www.waramps.ca/ways-to-give/donate/
in memory of Antonios

May he rest in peace and God Bless

 

FB Antonios

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November 13, 2020 by 1996-O Executive

Broken Hearts, Empty Shoes

November 19, 2020 –

11:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Broken Hearts, Empty Shoes is a day to honour those we have lost in long-term care and support the federal government in creating national standards with the provinces and territories. Join us live on Facebook and Instagram.

We will have a small group (no more than 25 people in person) attending at Parliament Hill in Ottawa on November 19, 2020 for a demonstration in support of national standards for long-term care, and to honour those we have lost in long-term care across Canada. The event will begin at 11:30am and will be live streamed for safety reasons due to COVID-19, ending between 12:30pm and 1:00pm.

We will be laying out thousands of empty shoes across the lawn of Parliament Hill to honour those we have lost due to COVID-19 in Canadian long-term care homes. We know that many people across Canada have experienced systemic issues in long-term care for much longer than this pandemic, but we have seen COVID-19 ravage our long-term care homes in a big way, bringing these issues front and centre. We need better care for the most vulnerable members of our population. The time is now.

We will be joined by special guest speakers and a visual monument to honour those we have lost in long-term care due to neglect or maltreatment.

To show your support: on November 19th place a pair of shoes outside your front door, take a picture and share on social media with the hashtag#Canadians4LTCStandards #CanadiensExigentNormesSLD

Please note that we cannot exceed a 25 person outdoor gathering limit due to COVID-19. We encourage you to join us live on Facebook or Instagram. Show your support for long-term care in Canada.  We also encourage you to write to  your MP and MPP to show your support and call for action on implementing national standards for long-term care.

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