Protecting the Public Interest. PIAC is a non-profit organization that provides legal and research services on behalf of consumer interests, and, in particular, vulnerable consumer interests, concerning the provision of important public services.
During this time we are opened and working remotely please contact us by phone or email If you are a female immigrant living in Ottawa or you are part of a visible minority, pay a visit to Immigrant Women Services Ottawa. At our offices, you can avail of services to help you build your new life. We specialize in helping women who have been affected by abusive and violent relationships. Every year, we are proud to help over 2,000 women and children. Give us a call for more details today.
Hospitality & Service Trades Union, Local 261 & 261A in Ottawa is committed to adequately represent workers from the hotel and food-service industry. Since its inception, the union has actively promoted increased benefits for workers in the hospitality industry and has created a strong voice for its members. If you work in the food-service industry, contact the union for membership details.
The mission of the Musicians' Association of Ottawa-Gatineau, Local 180, AFM is to defend and promote the economic, social, and professional interests of its members who are free-lance musicians, as well as musicians who are working under a collective bargaining agreement.The most important tool for defending the interests of our members is the written contract. A contract provides the musician with a document that refers to basic minimum fees set by the Musicians Association as well as minimum working conditions. Often included in these conditions is the engager's obligation to contribute to the musicians' pension fund.In addition to establishing working conditions, the Local also promotes the interests of its members by providing access to legal services and insurance plans. In exchange for these services, the members pay an annual fee and work dues. All contributions to the musician's pension plan are paid by the engager.