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RTO4 Update

RTO4 Update

RCEA has recently had discussions with NRC regarding the implementation of the increased onsite presence requirement. NRC has advised that employees...

Remote Work Petition Update

Remote Work Petition Update

The House of Commons petition e-7142 has now exceeded 50,000 signatures and remains open until July 15, 2026. According to supporters of the...

RCEA Membership Dues

RCEA Membership Dues

We are pleased to announce that the Management Committee, in consultation with the National Executive Committee have decided to waive the $1 (one...

RTO4 update

RTO4 update

RCEA has consistently opposed the decision to increase mandatory on-site presence to four days per week (RTO4), as there is no credible research or...

Remote Work Petition

Remote Work Petition

Federally regulated employees remote work petition For those interested in the ongoing discussion around hybrid work within the federal government,...

RCEA New Labour Relations Officer

RCEA New Labour Relations Officer

The RCEA is pleased to announce that Cynthia Davidson has joined the RCEA as a Labour Relations Advisor and Negotiator. Cynthia brings extensive...

December Shutdown 2026

December Shutdown 2026

A memorandum of understanding has been concluded between the RCEA and NRC for December shutdown. Letter of Understanding Regarding the December...

RCEA response to 4-day minimum Return To Office (RTO)

RCEA President’s Message on RTO

Hello RCEA members, Like you, the RCEA is aware of numerous leaks and rumors of a possible upcoming federal 4 or 5 day minimum return to office...

RCEA response to 4-day minimum Return To Office (RTO)

2025 Fall Economic Statement/Budget

Hello RCEA members, As you know, on November 4th, the Government of Canada released the 2025 Fall Economic Statement/Budget. Overall, we were...

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Bernard Holbrook
Bernard Holbrook
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