Women make up about 60 per cent of PSAC’s membership, and International Women’s Day is an important opportunity to mark the…
Regional Women's Committees
Welcome to the union!
The Public Service Alliance of Canada has a proud history of activism by the women of the union. They have been at the heart of our major strikes and campaigns. On a daily basis they are active in PSAC locals, informing, organizing and representing members. Our accomplishments as a union reflect their vision, energy, and commitment. Women keep our union vital and strong.
- PSAC BC women members can fill out the PSAC BC self id form here to be added to their nearest Regional Women’s Committee email list.
PSAC women have always challenged the union to address complex issues, to develop alternative ways of being effective, and to reach out to those members who, in the past, have been on the margins of union activity. Through their effort and determination, we are building an inclusive union solidly based in principles of justice and equality.
At the same time, we know we can count on the support of PSAC women. They bring to the union a solid belief in the necessity of collective action by workers. Whenever the call goes out, PSAC women respond with creativity, enthusiasm and tireless effort. They put their hearts on the line and they walk the talk!
As a focal point for mobilizing women members, the Regional Women’s Committees are essential to a strong union presence in the regions. They embody the spirit of grassroots organizing and membership participation. Member-based structures such as the RWCs are the vehicles that directly contribute to our power, effectiveness and relevance as a dynamic union.
Get involved today! Contact the PSAC BC Women’s Coordinator Priscilla Lam.
There are Regional Women’s Committees currently in the Southern Interior, Vancouver, Prince George, and Vancouver Island.
For meeting dates and times, contact your local Women’s Committee, or check the upcoming events page.
BC Regional Women’s Committee Contact Info
Southern Interior (formerly Okanagan) RWC Co-Chairs: Ashley-Rae Snape and Carmen Thiessen – Committee contact email: PSACBC-RWC-SouthernInterior@psac-afpc.com | Southern Interior RWC meeting minutes
Northern RWC Co-Chairs: Sherel Sandhu and Tracy Arrowsmith – Committee contact email: PSACBC-RWC-North@psac-afpc.com| Northern RWC meeting minutes
Vancouver RWC Co-Chairs: Susanne Dier (second co-chair position currenlty vacant) – Committee contact email: PSACBC-RWC-Vancouver@psac-afpc.com | Vancouver RWC meeting minutes
Vancouver Island RWC Co-Chair: Janet Kirk, Co-Chair: Nichole LeQuyere – Committee contact email: PSACBC-RWC-VancouverIsland@psac-afpc.com | Vancouver Island RWC meeting minutes
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PSAC BC women – we need your input!
Kitchen Table Talks: we need your input.
Events on December 6, National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women
PSAC members are helping organize two events on December 6
2021 National Women’s Conference: Women Have Power – Let’s Use It
Over 150 PSAC women delegates gathered to share their experiences as women members, activists, and leaders during the 2021 PSAC National Women’s Conference September 23-26.
Kitchen Table Talks: Celebrate Women’s History Month with PSAC BC
The PSAC BC Regional Council Women’s Coordinator and Alternates will be celebrating Women’s History Month this October by hosting a series of Kitchen Table Talks via Zoom.
Registration open: PSAC 2021 National Equity Conferences
PSAC’s 2021 National Equity Conferences (NEC) will be held November 22-27 under the theme “Engage, Empower, Unite”.
Hear from Negotiators Gail Lem & Brenda Shillington on TB bargaining and issues of interest for BC women
The Southern Interior Regional Women’s Committee invites any self-identified PSAC BC woman to participate in the session.
COVID-19 and Women Survey Report
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International Women’s Day: Fighting for an equitable future
This International Women’s Day, PSAC recognizes the strength and resiliency of women each and every day.
Welcome Women’s Rights 2021!
Thank you to all the members that attended a 2021 Women’s Committee AGM. We all know 2021 is going to be…