The 2019 Annual Meeting of Members (AMM) took place at the Hotel Lac Leamy in Gatineau, Quebec from June 18-20. Among the resolutions voted on and adopted by the delegates was the 5-year Strategic Plan which covers the period…
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Ottawa, June 26, 2019— This week, the Federal Court of Appeal (FCA) in Ottawa rendered its judgment in the National Association of Federal Retirees (Federal Retirees) challenge of Treasury Board’s changes to Public Service Health Care Plan (PSHCP) premiums. The…
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Canada’s national flag flying at half-mast during National Public Service Week at the Claude Edwards Building in Ottawa honouring the contributions of Canadian public servants who have passed away. From coast to coast to coast, in big cities and…
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Robert Giroux, Ottawa branch president thanks Sherry Romanado, M.P. and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Seniors for delivering opening remarks at the Branch AGM on April 30 on behalf of the Honourable Filomena Tassi. We are also grateful to…
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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…
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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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