CUPE 1760, United Way British Columbia reach tentative agreement
BURNABY—CUPE 1760 and United Way British Columbia (UWBC) have agreed to terms for a new collective agreement. Details of the tentative agreement will be circulated to members shortly. “Our bargaining committee is satisfied with the agreement and will be recommending its ratification to the membership,” said CUPE 1760 President Lena Shillington. “Details will be circulated […]
CUPE members demonstrate how Education Assistants can help create thousands of new childcare spaces across BC
COBBLE HILL – Arlene and Leanne are Education Assistants (EAs) in Cobble Hill, a small community in the Cowichan Valley. Together they staff the first before- and after-school program operated directly by School District 79. Their work provides critical childcare spaces for families in the Cowichan Valley, and offers kids a welcoming and safe environment […]
Health Care presidents reissue call for more sector support
BURNABY—The community health sector continues to suffer from systemic challenges arising from staffing shortages, workload, and mental health issues and needs more support in these areas, CUPE’s Health Care Presidents Council concluded at their quarterly meeting held on Thursday. In addition to local updates and a sector bargaining review, Council members discussed a report from […]
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Richmond school district budget must prioritize vital services for students
RICHMOND– Protecting vital services students and families depend on in the Richmond School District must be the priority in tackling budget shortfalls, says the union representing Richmond public school workers. CUPE 716 says the district budget shouldn’t be balanced at the expense of workers and the students they serve. “Our top priority is ensuring our […]
CUPE welcomes civilian staff of the Organized Crime Agency of B.C.
RICHMOND – Civilian staff of the Organized Crime Agency of B.C. (OCABC) voted to join CUPE. The approximately 170 specialized professionals who deliver operational and administrative support to the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of British Columbia (CFSEU-BC) will form a new bargaining unit in CUPE Local 718. “We are pleased to welcome employees of […]
CUPE childcare worker’s story highlights the need for universal wage enhancement
VANCOUVER – Rosanna is a childcare worker in Vancouver and a member of CUPE Local 1936. She works as part of a team providing before- and after-school care for a non-profit childcare provider, and feels honoured to be a part of inspiring children to discover themselves. Helping children build their inner strength, courage, and confidence […]
Public Employee – Spring 2022
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CUPE 523 member a major force behind B.C.’s first Seamless Day pilot program
OLIVER – Meet Alaina, one of a team of educators who developed, implemented and now staffs a pioneering new model of childcare in School District 53. She is passionate about the work she does and loves that her work brings early childhood educators and early learning into schools. The program Alaina helped to found is […]
Comox Valley municipal workers campaign to expand public services supporting residents, local economy, and environment
COMOX VALLEY – Communities in the Comox Valley are growing, but public services are not keeping up with the pace of change says CUPE Local 556. The union launched a campaign to urge local governments to expand municipal services to cope with the rising demand in the region. “Our members serve our neighbours every day. […]
