Members of USJE Local 30250 at Calgary Parole came together on July 6 for a Stampede pancake breakfast as the federal government’s four-day return-to-office mandate (RTO4) takes effect. While the event provided an opportunity for members to connect and show solidarity, discussions focused on the very real concerns many public service workers continue to have about the mandate.
Local President Alex Creamer, who also serves on the PA bargaining team, attended the event and provided members with an update on the current round of bargaining. The discussion highlighted the importance of collective action and member engagement as PSAC and its component unions continue to push back against workplace decisions that affect public service workers. The event was made possible thanks to the hard work and dedication of Adam Daly, Local Vice President, whose efforts helped make it a success.
For many members, RTO4 represents more than a change in work location. It is a sweeping change to working conditions that has been implemented despite ongoing concerns about workplace capacity, productivity, work-life balance, and the government’s lack of evidence to support the mandate.
The return-to-office directive has been introduced without a clear plan or evidence. As public service workers adapt to this latest mandate, the importance of standing together has never been greater. Events like this breakfast provide opportunities for members to share their experiences, stay informed about bargaining, and strengthen their defense of fair and modern working conditions.
USJE Local 30250 thanks everyone who attended the breakfast. Strong participation and solidarity remain essential as members navigate these challenges.
Call to Action
RTO4 is not the end of this fight. Members are encouraged to stay engaged with their union, participate in workplace actions, and support PSAC’s campaign efforts. Visit Return to office: no plan, no evidence, no space to see what actions can be taken to challenge the mandate.
By standing together, we can continue to push for a modern, evidence-based approach to work that respects public service workers and better serves Canadians.