April 28 marks the National Day of Mourning to commemorate workers who have been killed or injured on the job, or who have suffered illness as a result of their work. Workplace safety is an important issue in Canada and…
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Does your retirement future look bright? Please note that this event will be carried out in English. Subsequent sessions in French may be offered if demand warrants. Federal Retirees has joined forces with Preferred Partner Tradex and HealthPartners to…
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Email phishing scams try to trick you into opening attachments or giving up personal information. March is Fraud Prevention Month, an annual campaign that seeks to help Canadians recognize fraudulent behaviour and learn how to protect themselves from…
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The Treasury Board has announced the new PSHCP monthly contribution rates that will come into effect April 1, 2019. The contribution rates for retired members of the PSHCP with Supplementary coverage will be adjusted on April 1, 2019, to meet…
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International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8 every year. Today, March 8, is International Women’s Day and, while recognizing the profound achievements of outstanding women is appropriate throughout the year, this day affords us all an opportunity to reflect…
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Does your retirement future look bright? Please note that this event will be carried out in English. Subsequent sessions in French may be offered if demand warrants. Federal Retirees has joined forces with Preferred Partner Tradex and HealthPartners to…
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National Mentoring Month takes place each January and gives us all a chance to recognize the value of mentorship and to celebrate the hardworking mentors in our homes, offices and communities. Mentoring can be a truly life-changing experience…
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A Holiday Message from the President Dear Santa and Mrs. Claus: I have been a good boy this year as I participated at many branch and district meetings and spent a lot of time speaking with our members. When you…
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Armistice Day celebrations in 1918, Bay and King Streets, Toronto. Every year, November 5 to 11 is Veterans’ Week, an opportunity for Canadians to honour the extraordinary efforts and sacrifices of our veterans. Remembrance Day, November 11, marks the final…
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At the end of each year, the Treasury Board provides the Association with information on the pension indexing increase that is effective on January 1st. The pension indexation rate effective January 1, 2019, is 2.2%. Information on the calculation of…
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On Monday, October 22, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) began a series of rotating nationwide strikes. Public Service Health Care Plan (PSHCP) and Pensioners’ Dental Services Plan (PDSP) members may have questions or concerns about how Canada Post…
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Photo credit Rose Norman Michael Walters, President of the Hamilton & District Branch (left) and Federal Retirees’ President Jean-Guy Soulière (right). With notes from Michael Walters, President of the Hamilton & District Branch On October 1, National Association of Federal…
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