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With over 32,000 members, the MGEU is one of Manitoba’s largest unions, serving a wide variety of workers. #PuttingPeopleFirst
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Ryan Woiden, the president of MGEU Local 911 Paramedics of Winnipeg, says an increase in opioid-related calls are taking a toll on first responders.

"These calls, they stay with you when you go home, you’re thinking about them all the time."

Read more: globalnews.ca/news/1164550...
February 2, 2026 at 5:18 PM
With nearly 20% of provincial public service jobs left unfilled, it's harder for Manitobans to get the services they need.

Tell the Manitoba government to take action, and hire back the workers to help rebuild the public services we all rely on.

Send a message at FillTheJobs.ca
#FillTheJobs
January 29, 2026 at 6:02 PM
🎉 Welcome to staff at the Detox Centre of Manitoba who make up our new MGEU Local 464!

As addiction counsellors, support workers & clerical staff, they create a welcoming community for healing & recovery for those affected by mental health & addictions.

Read more: www.mgeu.ca/news-and-res...
January 28, 2026 at 10:17 PM
We're hiring two summer student positions based in our Winnipeg office.

Are you a post-secondary student interested in working at our reception desk or in our Resource Centre?

Take a look at the job postings: www.mgeu.ca/about/join-u...

Applications close February 6.
January 27, 2026 at 2:41 PM
Last week, MGEU UnionWare members in Local 193 ratified a new 3-year collective agreement.

Highlights include:

• Annual increases based on Manitoba's consumer price index
• Merit increase system changes
• Profit sharing - a percentage of the annual EBITDA
• Health spending account increase
January 26, 2026 at 8:06 PM
Unfilled jobs in Manitoba's public services mean longer wait times and unmet needs.

Tell the Manitoba government: it's time fill the jobs.

📝 Send your message at FillTheJobs.ca

#PuttingPeopleFirst
January 23, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Last week, MGEU members and staff met with Dauphin MLA Ron Kostyshyn and Justice Minister Matt Wiebe to discuss plans for building the Dauphin Centre for Justice.

While in town, members also participated in an Eagle Feather Ceremony and marked the official opening of the new Dauphin Court House.
January 20, 2026 at 7:38 PM
🚨 ❄️ New MB law in effect - Drivers approaching or passing plows with blue warning lights on must now remain at least 30 metres back when the speed limit is 80 km/h or less, and 100 metres behind plows on roads with a speed limit above 80 km/h.

➡️ www.mgeu.ca/news-and-res...
January 8, 2026 at 9:06 PM
🗞️ From CBC News on December 18, 2025

Manitoba firefighters 'burnt out' after harshest wildfire season in decades, union says
By Bryce Hoye

The union that represents fire rangers in Manitoba wants the province to increase pay and do more ahead of next spring to attract and retain staff after the ha
December 18, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Wishing you and yours a wonderful holiday season and a very happy new year!

The Resource Centre's holiday hours are:

Dec. 22 & 23: 8 am - 4 pm
Dec. 24: 8 am - 1 pm

Dec. 25 & 26: Closed

Dec. 29 & 30: 8 am - 4 pm
Dec. 31: 9 am - 1 pm

Jan. 1: Closed
Jan. 2: 8 am - 4 pm
December 18, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Thanks for a great year!
December 16, 2025 at 9:40 PM
70+ discounts for members on everything from fitness passes to phones, home insurance to hotels
December 16, 2025 at 9:40 PM
1 brand refresh designed with the digital age and accessibility in mind
December 16, 2025 at 9:40 PM
1 convention brought a new group of elected Provincial Officers and important changes to MGEU's structure
December 16, 2025 at 9:40 PM
2 issue conferences to connect, empower and elevate discussion among MGEU members
December 16, 2025 at 9:40 PM
1 new campaign focused on the public service staffing crisis
December 16, 2025 at 9:40 PM
10+ community visits by MGEU President Kyle Ross to connect with members
December 16, 2025 at 9:40 PM
December 16, 2025 at 9:40 PM
11 students supported by MGEU scholarships and bursaries
December 16, 2025 at 9:40 PM
36 agreements ratified, covering almost 8,000 members
December 16, 2025 at 9:40 PM
🥁 Drumroll, please: Presenting MGEU's 2025 Wrapped

New and first agreements ratified, students supported in their education, discounts saved members money, and so much more in the past 12 months.

Thanks for your solidarity this past year! Cheers to more of these good things in 2026.
December 16, 2025 at 9:40 PM
🎁 This Christmas, Manitoba’s MLAs will find "Public Service in Tough Times" under the tree with their name on it, courtesy of MGEU.

Find out more about this gift choice: www.mgeu.ca/news-and-res...
December 15, 2025 at 6:29 PM
💰 Interested in sharing your thoughts and priorities for the provincial 2026 budget?

We can help you prepare!

Find out how: www.mgeu.ca/news-and-res...
December 15, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Members of Victoria Lifeline recently voted to accept a new 3-year collective agreement.

These members provide services that support the independence and well-being of seniors and Manitobans living with disabilities.

View agreement highlights: www.mgeu.ca/news-and-res...
December 12, 2025 at 10:42 PM
📚 If you're looking for a holiday read that sheds light on how cuts to government spending benefit the rich more than anyone else, and makes poverty and inequality worse, check out "Public Service in Tough Times: Working Under Austerity in Manitoba".

Check it out: uofmpress.ca/books/public...
December 9, 2025 at 8:50 PM