PNE bargaining begins
VANCOUVER – Members of CUPE Local 1004 and the Pacific National Exhibition have begun bargaining for a new collective agreement. The current agreement expired on December 31, 2013. CUPE National Representative Bill Pegler said that in this round of bargaining the union is seeking a fair contract with wage increases and improved equity among different […]
Gibsons library workers conclude a new agreement
GIBSONS — The Gibsons and District Public Library Board and its workers, who are members of CUPE 391, have reached a new four-year collective agreement. CUPE 391 members held a ratification vote on June 4, while the Library Board ratified the agreement on June 14. “Working directly with the employer we were able to quickly […]
Large crowds attend miners memorial, labour history conference
CUMBERLAND—This year’s miners memorial event, an annual highlight on the Vancouver Island labour calendar, was busier than usual thanks to a large conference taking place at the same time this past weekend. The graveside vigil, held each year to honour workers who died in the Cumberland mines as well as murdered labour activist Ginger Goodwin, […]
Presidents’ Council ratifies K-12 provincial framework agreement
VANCOUVER – The K-12 Presidents’ Council today ratified the provincial framework agreement it negotiated on behalf of education support workers with the BC Public School Employers’ Association (BCPSEA). “Every region of the province was represented at the bargaining table,” said K-12 Presidents’ Council Chair Marcel Marsolais. “The ratification gives us a really good sense that […]
Conference highlights inclusion, diversity, equality issues
NANAIMO—CUPE BC’s strong support for social justice issues and campaigns continued this week with the union’s sponsorship contribution and presence at the Inclusion B.C. – Tides of Change Conference (June 11-14). More than 500 delegates from non-profit community social services providers, self-advocates and activists heard from speakers and attended workshops hosted by the Nanaimo Association […]
CUPE BC supports BCTF fight for public education at rallies
BURNABY – On Tuesday, June 10, CUPE BC Secretary-Treasurer Paul Faoro was invited to speak at a BCTF rally outside the Ministry of Education offices in Victoria. “I was honoured to accept the invitation to speak on behalf of all 85,000 CUPE members in BC,” said Faoro. “I thought it was important to reaffirm our […]
CUPE releases additional details of tentative provincial framework agreement for K–12 education support workers
BURNABY – On Saturday, June 7, 2014 the K-12 Presidents’ Council and the BC Public School Employers’ Association (BCPSEA) reached a tentative provincial framework agreement. “We’re pleased to conclude a strong agreement that improves education for students and benefits our 27,000 members,” said K-12 Presidents’ Council Chair Marcel Marsolais. “This agreement is a significant improvement […]
CUPE reaches tentative provincial agreement for K–12 education support workers
BURNABY – On Saturday, June 7, 2014 the K-12 Presidents’ Council and the BC Public School Employers’ Association (BCPSEA) reached a tentative provincial framework agreement. “We’re pleased to conclude a strong agreement that improves education for students and benefits our 27,000 members,” said K-12 Presidents’ Council Chair, Marcel Marsolais. The tentative agreement fits within the […]
Family Fun Day a huge hit with community
VICTORIA – Close to 350 people helped celebrate CUPE 2081’s 40th anniversary at the Family Fun Day held at Camosun College on May 31, 2014. “This event was a great way to connect our local and the community,” said CUPE 2081 President Tony Nelson. “I’d like to give a huge shout-out to everyone who helped.” […]
CUPE 358 sends support to striking Naramata workers
DUNCAN- Members of CUPE 358 in the Cowichan Valley have a long tradition of supporting their communities and their sisters and brothers in need. On May 31, the Local continued that tradition, donating the proceeds of the 50/50 draw that accompanies the annual golf tournament to striking Naramata Centre workers. Tournament participants CUPE 358 President […]
