Pandemic Townhall May 9, 2020

Dear sisters and brothers, The government has just released this information concerning the pandemic subsidy. Please paste the link below into your browser to reach the full document. We will set up a call to review it with you and to talk about the next steps to apply pressure on the government. Unfortunately, it appears as though the list of eligible employees has not been expanded For hospitals:.

Eligible workers

  • Personal support workers
  • Registered nurses
  • Registered practical nurses
  • Nurse practitioners
  • Attendant care workers
  • Auxiliary staff, including:
    • porters
    • cooks
    • custodians
    • housekeeping
    • laundry 
  • Developmental services workers
  • Mental health and addictions workers
  • Respiratory therapists in hospitals and in the home and community care sector
  • Paramedics
  • Public health nurses

In solidarity, Michael, Louis and, Sharon
https://www.ontario.ca/page/covid-19-temporary-pandemic-pay#section-3