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Cormack urges federal government to “stop dragging its feet on pay equity”
Oct 19, 1999

EDMONTON – The time has come for the federal government to stop dragging its feet on the issue of pay equity for public employees, says Audrey Cormack, president of the […]

Is government set to drop “atom bomb” on provincial public service?
Oct 15, 1999

EDMONTON – The provincial government’s recently announced plan to establish a so-called Corporate Services Centre and outsource certain administrative functions is much more serious than it appears at first blush, […]

AFL Reminds College of Physicians Of Its Duty to the Public Interest
Sep 30, 1999

The AFL is reminding the Alberta College of Physicians and Surgeons that it has an overarching responsibility to the public when considering proposed guidelines allowing overnight stays in health facilities. […]

Latest minimum wage increase offers little cause for celebration
Sep 29, 1999

EDMONTON – Starting October 1, Albertans earning the minimum wage will see a slight boost in their earnings – but the increase offers little cause for real celebration, says the […]

Calgary Catholic School Dispute Caused By Overworking Teachers, Says AFL
Sep 27, 1999

The lock-out of Calgary Catholic School Teachers which began this morning is the inevitable result of years of provincial cutbacks to education says Audrey Cormack, president of the Alberta Federation […]

WCB continues to “blame the victim”
Sep 23, 1999

EDMONTON – Alberta’s Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) is continuing its “long-established practice of blaming the victim” when it comes to issues of workplace health and safety, says the president of […]