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OCEU/CUPE 1750 thanks Ontario Nurses’ Association (ONA) for standing in solidarity

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750) is expressing gratitude to the Ontario Nurses’ Association (ONA) for their strong public show of solidarity and support for more than 3,600 OCEU members currently on strike.

In a letter sent to WSIB President and CEO Jeffery Lang on June 23, ONA called on WSIB leadership to end the ongoing strike by negotiating a fair agreement that addresses workload, mental health, job security and wage improvements.

“We are incredibly grateful to the Ontario Nurses’ Association and its president, Erin Ariss, for standing with us and recognizing the vital work our members do to support injured workers — including nurses,” said Harry Goslin, president of OCEU/CUPE 1750. “This letter reflects the growing support from labour and frontline organizations who know that our fight is about fairness, respect and the future of Ontario’s compensation system.”

ONA’s letter highlights the impact of unsustainable workloads, the toll on mental health, and the lack of investment in staff — while noting that the employer has spent more than $14.5 million on external consultants rather than its own workforce.

“Their words send a powerful message: frontline workers deserve better,” Goslin said. “We are proud to have ONA by our side as we continue pushing for a fair deal that reflects the value and professionalism of OCEU members.”

OCEU is calling on WSIB’s CEO and board of directors to break the silence, stop the delays and deliver a respectful settlement that reflects the essential work of Ontario’s compensation workers before Canada day.

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Bill Chalupiak
CUPE Communications Representative
wchalupiak@cupe.ca
416-707-1401

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