Gas prices in Greater Sudbury keep climbing to record amounts — hitting $1.70 at some stations on Wednesday. That is causing some hardships for workers who are reimbursed for their mileage, including personal support workers (PSWs) who conduct home care visits.Read More
The Canadian Townhall on COVID-19 on April 28, 2021 was hosted by the Canadian Support Workers Association, The Ontario Personal Support Workers Association and Unity Health Toronto! Our esteemed panelist were Dr Kevin Gough from St Mikes Hospital, Dr Vivian Ewa from Alberta Health and Chief Public Health officer of Canada Dr Theresa Tam. CEO...Read More
On March 16th, OPSWA President, Miranda Ferrier, spoke at the UN Side Summit to discuss the Impact of Women Leaders on COVID-19. Two panels highlighted the impact of women in leadership on COVID-19 outcomes, explored the feminist economic recovery plan models, and provide diverse perspectives of missing voices and willing partners needed to design a...Read More
The provincial government has come out with various incentives to try and attract people to become PSW’s but there are still many challenges still facing those in the field.Read More
Candace Rennick, secretary treasurer of CUPE Ontario and a former PSW, said the long-term care system desperately needs a real staffing plan from the province.Read More
Candace Rennick, secretary treasurer of CUPE Ontario and a former PSW, said the long-term care system desperately needs a real staffing plan from the province.Read More
Personal support workers are split; some are beating down the doors to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and others are afraid — and that hesitancy is just one stumbling block in the province’s effort to protect its long-term care homes, experts say.Read More
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