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How Our Union Works
PSAC
The Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) is one of Canada's largest unions, representing over 200,000 workers in the federal public sector and some private sector industries. Established in 1966, PSAC negotiates collective agreements, advocates for fair wages and benefits, and safeguards workplace rights and conditions. Through political lobbying and grassroots activism, PSAC works to influence public policy that impacts its members and the broader Canadian workforce. Joining PSAC means becoming part of a powerful organization committed to defending workers' rights and promoting social justice across Canada.
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CEIU
The Canada Employment and Immigration Union (CEIU) is a prominent union representing over 17,000 employees in the federal public service. CEIU members are found at Service Canada, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC and also named as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada IRCC), the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB). Established to safeguard the rights and interests of its members, CEIU negotiates collective agreements, advocates for fair working conditions, and promotes professional development opportunities. Through its advocacy efforts, CEIU strives to ensure equitable treatment, job security, and improved benefits for its diverse membership. Joining CEIU connects employees with a dedicated organization committed to enhancing workplace standards and advocating for the well-being of its members.
Your local 621
The local component of a union is your direct link to support and representation in the workplace. It handles grievances and disputes to ensure members' rights are protected. Local components also provide essential services like workshops and training to enhance members' skills. Engaging in community outreach and political activism, they advocate for workers' rights and support broader union initiatives. By fostering solidarity and member engagement, local components empower you to have a voice in your workplace and beyond. Our local represents workers in Cornwall, SD&G, and Hawkesbury.
Your Executive
President - Ashley Geneau
1st Vice President - Phillippe Tire
1st Vice President - Phillippe Tire
Ashley is a Team Leader for CPP in Cornwall. She joined the Public Service 2020. She started as a shop steward in 2022 and was elected as President in February 2024. She has two dogs and two kids, and spends a lot of time shuttling them around.
1st Vice President - Phillippe Tire
1st Vice President - Phillippe Tire
1st Vice President - Phillippe Tire
Phil is an Service Canada Benefits officer for CPP. He first joined the union in ___ and has been Vice President since 2022.
2nd Vice President - Bret Reynolds
1st Vice President - Phillippe Tire
2nd Vice President - Bret Reynolds
Bret is a BEA for CDCP (dental). She joined Service Canada in April 2021. She was elected as 2nd vice president, mostly representing in-person members, in February 2024. She loves playing video games and can never get warm.
Treasurer - Zack Martin
Communications - Kaiti Archambault
2nd Vice President - Bret Reynolds
Zack is a PSO in EI Processing who has been with Service Canada since July 2021. That same year he decided to join the union and was voted in as treasurer in 2022. He considers himself a nerd (especially for Star Wars) and in his free time you can find him with his dog Teddy, living their best lives.
Secretary - Michelle Paquette
Communications - Kaiti Archambault
Communications - Kaiti Archambault
Michelle started with Service Canada in July 2018 and became a Team Leader for EI in 2020. She's super involved in her community, volunteering as the Inventory Director at the Moose Creek Recreation Centre. When she's not working or volunteering, you can usually find her out on the boat in the summer, enjoying some downtime with her family.
Communications - Kaiti Archambault
Communications - Kaiti Archambault
Communications - Kaiti Archambault
Kaiti is a PSO in EI processing and has been with Service Canada since July 2021. She became a union shop steward in July 2023 and was elected as the local’s first communications officer in February 2024. Outside of work, Kaiti is a proud cat parent to Duncan and ChiChi, a dedicated Nintendo fan, and can often be spotted behind the wheel of her funky Bronco.
Jessie Helmer
Jessie Helmer
Jessie Helmer
Jessie is a BEA
Shop Stewards
Jessie Helmer
Jessie Helmer
Shop Stewards are generally the people who will help you out when you need it!
Currently our shop stewards are:
Ashley Lynn Hill, Betty Ann Villeneuve, Chrissy Frappier, Nicole Lavigne, Ryan Heward, Tamara Dobson-Lemire, and Tyler Filion.