Hello Volunteers – you’ll note that I’ve truncated Stephan’s messages this week, as much of the content has been directed towards efforts and plans to keep staff employed during this challenging time. (I’m sure you’ve read that museums across the county and internationally have had to furlough and lay off their employees). I’m happy to report that AGO staff are still working and we hope to keep working until the Museum reopens. – Holly

Hello Everyone,

I know that everyone has been anxiously awaiting for news on the AGO Plan for labour retention.

I am pleased to say that discussions with staff, including those represented by UNIFOR and OPSEU, have been positive. Union leadership has signaled their agreement to participate.

I am very proud and happy that the all of us understand the potential for the plan to help to keep jobs during the emergency period of the COVID-19 pandemic. Special thanks go to UNIFOR leadership (Kirk Kroher, Greg Sherman), Aaron Knight at OPSEU, Mike Mahoney, Alain Graham, and Erin Prendergast. This team was able to bring the deals home.