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<rss version="2.0"><channel><description>PSAC is one of Canada’s largest unions. We are truly a national union with members from coast to coast to coast, in every province and territory. PSAC members in BC are employed in large and small communities throughout the province.</description><link>https://bsky.app/profile/psacbc.bsky.social</link><title>@psacbc.bsky.social - Public Service Alliance of Canada BC Region</title><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/psacbc.bsky.social/post/3lmatagkvzs2u</link><description>With this election, we must protect these essential services from cuts. Now more than ever, we need leaders who will invest in people, not pull back support when communities need it most.&#xA;&#xA;For you, Canada, let&#39;s vote to protect strong public services. #psacbc&#xA;&#xA;Learn more: www.foryoucanada.ca</description><pubDate>07 Apr 2025 20:44 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:mzubbnadco53r2ktormw5ghn/app.bsky.feed.post/3lmatagkvzs2u</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/psacbc.bsky.social/post/3lltnooumnk2r</link><description>The transfer of the non-permissible surplus w/o providing adequate benefits to workers is a direct attack on the retirement security of 700,000 current &amp; former public service workers who pay into the plan. Canada, let&#39;s vote to protect pensions. #psac #psacbc #cdnpoli&#xA;Read more: www.foryoucanada.ca</description><pubDate>02 Apr 2025 15:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:mzubbnadco53r2ktormw5ghn/app.bsky.feed.post/3lltnooumnk2r</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/psacbc.bsky.social/post/3lloq2ozfy22g</link><description>Today, on Transgender Day of Visibility, we stand in solidarity w/ Two-Spirit, transgender &amp; gender nonconforming people.&#xA;&#xA;PSAC remains committed to fighting for inclusive workplaces, strong protections, &amp; real action against transphobia—because workers&#39; rights are human rights.&#xA;#TDOV #psac #psacbc</description><pubDate>31 Mar 2025 15:59 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:mzubbnadco53r2ktormw5ghn/app.bsky.feed.post/3lloq2ozfy22g</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/psacbc.bsky.social/post/3llkygekb322g</link><description>Eid celebrates community, compassion, and the strength of unity—values that resonate deeply with PSAC and the labour movement. To all who celebrate, wishing you a joyful, prosperous and happy Eid. #EidMubarak #psac #psacbc #bclab #canlab</description><pubDate>30 Mar 2025 04:18 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:mzubbnadco53r2ktormw5ghn/app.bsky.feed.post/3llkygekb322g</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/psacbc.bsky.social/post/3lkyazlyfes2x</link><description>On #WorldWaterDay, PSAC joins the Blue Communities Project initiative, aimed at protecting water as a human right. PSAC is dedicated to ensuring that communities have access to safe, clean water, a fundamental right often denied, esp to those in many Indigenous communities. &#xA;#psac #psacbc #canlab 🌊&#xA;https://psacunion.ca/psacs-blue-community-project-partnership-water</description><pubDate>22 Mar 2025 17:31 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:mzubbnadco53r2ktormw5ghn/app.bsky.feed.post/3lkyazlyfes2x</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/psacbc.bsky.social/post/3lkt73wed3c2i</link><description>Today is #Nowruz (meaning &#34;New-Day&#34;), the Iranian or Persian New Year. Celebrated for over 2000 years &amp; by people across the world, it marks the first day of the Iranian solar year and the start of spring. To all who celebrate, Nowruz Mubarak! Sal e No Mubarak! #psac #psacbc #canlab #nowruzmubarak</description><pubDate>20 Mar 2025 17:14 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:mzubbnadco53r2ktormw5ghn/app.bsky.feed.post/3lkt73wed3c2i</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/psacbc.bsky.social/post/3lkqosk4gu22l</link><description>Last night, the Victoria Area Council had a productive and engaging meeting. Members discussed key topics like the upcoming federal election, ways to get the union involved, and plans for member engagement this year.&#xA;#PSAC #psacbc #UnionStrong #WorkersRights #Victoria #canlab</description><pubDate>19 Mar 2025 17:17 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:mzubbnadco53r2ktormw5ghn/app.bsky.feed.post/3lkqosk4gu22l</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/psacbc.bsky.social/post/3lkk6uosadk27</link><description>🎲🍕 What a fantastic Friday night at the PSAC Vancouver Regional Office! The Mainland &amp; Haida Gwaii Young Workers Committee brought young workers together for a great board game night, filled with great company, friendly competition, delicious pizza and exciting prizes! #psac #psacbc #youngworkers</description><pubDate>17 Mar 2025 03:16 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:mzubbnadco53r2ktormw5ghn/app.bsky.feed.post/3lkk6uosadk27</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/psacbc.bsky.social/post/3lke33fge4s2c</link><description>Holi, the festival of colours, is a time for joy, unity, and renewal. Just as vibrant colours come together to create something beautiful, so too do we, as workers, when we uplift and support one another. 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It highlights the impact of union advocacy in the ongoing fight for gender equity and fair workplaces. #psac #psacbc #IWD&#xA;&#xA;Read more at psacbc.com</description><pubDate>08 Mar 2025 01:26 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:mzubbnadco53r2ktormw5ghn/app.bsky.feed.post/3ljtekln3u22s</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/psacbc.bsky.social/post/3lj455ycu3c2c</link><description>On #pinkshirtday, #PSAC reaffirms our commitment to creating safe, inclusive workplaces &amp; communities where everyone can be their authentic selves—free from discrimination and fear. Let’s continue to challenge hate, support 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, &amp; stand up against bullying in all forms. ✊🏽🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 #psacbc</description><pubDate>26 Feb 2025 19:42 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:mzubbnadco53r2ktormw5ghn/app.bsky.feed.post/3lj455ycu3c2c</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/psacbc.bsky.social/post/3lj44vf5jl22c</link><description>This day is more than wearing pink—it’s a call to action. Bullying, homophobia, &amp; transphobia persist, and right-wing attacks on gender-inclusive policies put lives at risk. 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On Jan 23, govt announced they won’t meet their target to eliminate the backlog of #Phoenix cases, as only 27% of the overall target has been achieved.&#xA;&#xA;Read more:  https://psacunion.ca/phoenix-failures-persist-government-announce-they&#xA;#psac #psacbc</description><pubDate>06 Feb 2025 18:47 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:mzubbnadco53r2ktormw5ghn/app.bsky.feed.post/3lhjqqkifrs2p</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/psacbc.bsky.social/post/3lhcgvkkgus2x</link><description>February is a time to celebrate, reflect upon, and honour the contributions of Black People worldwide. 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