Bulletin – CUPE BC Welcomes BC NDP’s Commitment to Affordable, Seamless Childcare and Enhanced Classroom Support
CUPE BC is pleased to express its strong support for the BC NDP’s platform announcement, which includes a key commitment to deliver affordable before- and after-school care in every school district. This commitment aligns closely with CUPE BC’s longstanding advocacy for a Seamless Day childcare model that uses existing public school infrastructure and education support […]
CUPE Local 8911: Governance and financial review of E-Comm 9-1-1 system a welcome next step
VANCOUVER — Emergency Communications Professionals of BC, the union that represents over seven hundred 9-1-1 operators, dispatchers, and support staff at E-Comm 9-1-1, welcomes the announcement of a governance and financial review by the provincial government. “We’ve consistently raised the alarm about the systemic issues that have been plaguing B.C.’s 9-1-1 emergency response system and […]
Celebrating library workers as CUPE BC sponsored BC Summer Reading Club wraps
RICHMOND— This summer over 4000 kids in Richmond alone have signed up to be part of the BC Summer Reading Club – some of the estimated close to 100,000* toddlers to 14 year olds who are expected to be participating in this year’s challenge. Parents like Kristy DelGrosso know how beneficial the program is, as […]
CUPE BC donates $25,000 to support wildfire relief in Alberta and across the country
BURNABY— CUPE BC is making a $25,000 donation to the CUPE National Disaster Relief Fund to support members and families affected by the devastating wildfires in Alberta, which have caused the evacuation of Jasper and nearby regions. “Wildfires in our province and across Canada devastate the lives of CUPE members,” said Karen Ranalletta, President of […]
City workers ratify new contract with the City of Nelson
Nelson, BC – CUPE Local 339 is pleased to announce the ratification of a new collective agreement, bringing positive developments for both workers and the community at large. Following a constructive round of negotiations, CUPE Local 339 members have voted to approve a contract that ensures fair compensation, improved working conditions, and enhanced benefits for […]
New chapter of inclusion and recognition: Workers from WISH Drop-In Centre Society join CUPE
VANCOUVER — Supportive Employment Program (SEP) Leads at WISH Drop-In Centre Society have unionized with CUPE 1936, a multi-unit local of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, B.C.’s largest union. “CUPE Local 1936 is pleased to welcome Supportive Employment Leads into our membership,” shared CUPE 1936 President Sheryl Burns. “Our local is grateful to have […]
Bulletin – More CUPE members now covered by WorkSafeBC mental-health presumption
The BC Ministry of Labour added 11 new occupations to the mental-health presumption under the Workers Compensation Act this week. This will allow more CUPE members faster access to treatment and workers compensation benefits for psychological injuries. The newly added occupations include: The mental health presumption fast-tracks the claims process with WorkSafeBC. This provides workers […]
City of Trail and CUPE 2087 ratify new agreement
TRAIL— CUPE 2087 members, Trail municipal workers, and the City of Trail have ratified a new three-year agreement. “Our members are proud to serve the community they work and live in, but equally need to be able to support themselves and their families amid a rapidly rising cost of living,” says CUPE 2087 Negotiations Chair […]
Bulletin – B.C. moving forward with seamless childcare in schools
The provincial government will be moving forward with fully integrating before- and after-school care into B.C. schools, staffed by K-12 school support workers. This initiative will use existing school space as well as school district resources and staff to provide seamless care without additional pickups and drop-offs for families. CUPE BC President Karen Ranalletta joined […]
CUPE BC Statement on the Passing of UFCW 1518 President Kim Novak
BURNABY— Kim Novak was more than a union leader. She was a dynamic, dedicated, and passionate advocate for some of the most overlooked workers in our province. A friend to all working people, Kim made time for what mattered, and never failed to show up for other unions whenever workers anywhere were under threat. In […]
