Graduate Academic Assistants latest UBC workers to join CUPE
VANCOUVER – More than 800 Graduate Academic Assistants (GAAs) who work at the University of British Columbia (UBC) will join BC’s largest union, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE). GAAs will join CUPE 2278, the union that already represents Teaching Assistants, English Language Instructors, and Exam Invigilators at the university. “We’re excited to welcome […]
CUPE 7000 lauds stability in the system as SkyTrain workers ratify new five-year deal
BURNABY—CUPE 7000 members at SkyTrain have ratified the tentative agreement with BC Rapid Transit Company reached on June 29. The five-year contract, which runs from September 1, 2023 until August 31, 2028, includes general wage increases of 6.75 per cent, 2-3 per cent (depending on Consumer Price Index average), and 2.5 per cent for the […]
CUPE 561 members ratify contract with First Transit, ending Fraser Valley transit strike
ABBOTSFORD—In votes held after membership meetings today, CUPE 561 transit workers have ratified a mediated settlement with First Transit, ending a strike that began 124 days ago. Picket lines are being taken down, and the 213 transit workers will begin the return-to-work process. The six-year agreement, which ends on March 31, 2026, narrows the wage […]
First Transit accepts Ready report recommendations; Fraser Valley transit strike end in sight
ABBOTSFORD—CUPE 561 is pleased by today’s announcement that First Transit will accept the recommendations of Special Mediator Vince Ready to settle the Fraser Valley transit strike, now in its 122nd day. “As one of Canada’s most respected mediators, Vince Ready conducted a thorough and comprehensive review of the issues around this dispute. We want to […]
CUPE 561 thanks community for support as Fraser Valley transit strike passes Day 118
CHILLIWACK— Community support from the beginning of their labour dispute has made a huge difference for Fraser Valley transit workers in their resolve to reach a fair contract. That message was clear at Saturday’s community solidarity barbeque celebrating the hard work, resolve and dedication of CUPE 561 members during one of the longest transit strikes […]
CUPE BC, National officers pledge support to Fraser Valley transit workers for “as long as it takes”
BURNABY— CUPE President Mark Hancock and Secretary-Treasurer Candace Rennick, joined by CUPE BC officers and general vice-presidents, today brought messages of solidarity to Fraser Valley transit workers from the union’s 715,000 workers across Canada as the strike by CUPE 561 First Transit workers reached Day 108. A large group of supporters from the Hospital Employees’ […]
SkyTrain workers, BC Rapid Transit Company reach tentative agreement
BURNABY— CUPE 7000, representing more than 1,000 workers at SkyTrain, has reached a tentative agreement on a new five-year contract with BC Rapid Transit Company. The agreement was reached yesterday (June 29) following 10 days of negotiations. The new collective agreement features wage increases, improvements to existing language and benefits, and new contract provisions not […]
Bulletin – Thank you, school support workers!
As we wrap up another school year, the K-12 Presidents Council would like to recognize the exemptional work of all school support workers. Throughout the year, students, families, and communities have been able to depend on you every day. Thank you for your work keeping our schools, buses and other learning environments clean, healthy and […]
Public Employee – Spring 2023
CUPE 718 welcomes South Arm Community Centre workers
RICHMOND — South Arm Community Centre workers have voted overwhelmingly in favour of joining CUPE, Canada’s largest public sector union. The new union members will become part of CUPE Local 718, the same local that represents the majority of City of Richmond staff. “We are proud to welcome South Arm Community Centre workers to our […]
