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CUPE BC sets sights on worker power at the ballot box

CUPE BC sets sights on worker power at the ballot box

April 27, 2024
“When we plan together, bargain together, campaign together, and stand together…we win” – Karen Ranalletta, CUPE BC President to 2024 CUPE BC convention VANCOUVER— Wrapping up four days of discussions…
“When we plan together, bargain together, campaign together, and stand together…we win” – Karen Ranalletta, CUPE BC President to 2024 CUPE BC convention VANCOUVER— Wrapping up four days of discussions...

Worker solidarity: protecting hard-fought worker’s rights in upcoming elections

Worker solidarity: protecting hard-fought worker’s rights in upcoming elections

April 27, 2024
VANCOUVER— Enhance and defend worker rights. Strengthen labour laws. Support the right of workers to organize. These are the things Bea Bruske, president of the Canadian Labour Congress, said politicians…
VANCOUVER— Enhance and defend worker rights. Strengthen labour laws. Support the right of workers to organize. These are the things Bea Bruske, president of the Canadian Labour Congress, said politicians...

The power to radically improve the lives of workers

The power to radically improve the lives of workers

April 27, 2024
VANCOUVER— Whether they spell it labour or labor, unions are working to better the lives of workers, fight for racial justice, and are united in opposing right-wing extremism on both…
VANCOUVER— Whether they spell it labour or labor, unions are working to better the lives of workers, fight for racial justice, and are united in opposing right-wing extremism on both...

Convention Forum charts a course to a better CUPE BC convention model

Convention Forum charts a course to a better CUPE BC convention model

April 27, 2024
VANCOUVER— This year’s convention forum was dedicated to the future as delegates gathered to consider how CUPE BC’s senior decision-making body, its annual convention, could evolve to better meet members’…
VANCOUVER— This year’s convention forum was dedicated to the future as delegates gathered to consider how CUPE BC’s senior decision-making body, its annual convention, could evolve to better meet members’...

Building a Canada that works for workers: Federal NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh

Building a Canada that works for workers: Federal NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh

April 26, 2024
VANCOUVER— The federal Liberal government has rigged the system to make it harder for workers to make ends meet – and Conservatives aren’t going to make it any better. That…
VANCOUVER— The federal Liberal government has rigged the system to make it harder for workers to make ends meet – and Conservatives aren’t going to make it any better. That...

We are stronger together: BC Premier David Eby

We are stronger together: BC Premier David Eby

April 26, 2024
VANCOUVER— CUPE BC delegates gave B.C.’s 37th Premier a warm and loud welcome to their 2024 convention Friday morning in Vancouver. Premier David Eby opened his address by thanking CUPE…
VANCOUVER— CUPE BC delegates gave B.C.’s 37th Premier a warm and loud welcome to their 2024 convention Friday morning in Vancouver. Premier David Eby opened his address by thanking CUPE...

CUPE leading the way in BC: Rennick

CUPE leading the way in BC: Rennick

April 25, 2024
VANCOUVER— CUPE members wins at the bargaining table, defence of public services and advocacy for social justice were praised by National Secretary Treasurer Candace Rennick in her report to the…
VANCOUVER— CUPE members wins at the bargaining table, defence of public services and advocacy for social justice were praised by National Secretary Treasurer Candace Rennick in her report to the...

Year of Solidarity and Success for CUPE BC: Executive Board Report

Year of Solidarity and Success for CUPE BC: Executive Board Report

April 25, 2024
VANCOUVER— It’s been a busy year for CUPE BC, marked by two high-profile strikes, increased community engagement, a historic organizing drive, a province-wide public childcare campaign, and ongoing government relations…
VANCOUVER— It’s been a busy year for CUPE BC, marked by two high-profile strikes, increased community engagement, a historic organizing drive, a province-wide public childcare campaign, and ongoing government relations...

Our finances are strong, but our locals and members are stronger: Davies

Our finances are strong, but our locals and members are stronger: Davies

April 25, 2024
VANCOUVER— CUPE BC remains in a strong financial position having run large surpluses across all funds, reported Secretary-Treasurer Trevor Davies in his annual address to convention Thursday morning.  He said…
VANCOUVER— CUPE BC remains in a strong financial position having run large surpluses across all funds, reported Secretary-Treasurer Trevor Davies in his annual address to convention Thursday morning.  He said...