CUPE leading the way in BC: Rennick
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 2024 CUPE BC convention. “With the NDP in power in B.C., your province is a bright spot on the mostly bleak political landscape across the […]
Year of Solidarity and Success for CUPE BC: Executive Board Report
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 work. These and other achievements were presented Thursday morning in the Executive Board’s report to convention. General Vice-Presidents Dal Benning, Sheryl Burns, Amber Leonard, and […]
Our finances are strong, but our locals and members are stronger: Davies
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 this is largely driven by strong investment returns and greater than expected revenue. Davies, who has served as Secretary-Treasurer since 2015 also told delegates about […]
CUPE must fight for better, in the workplace and at the ballot box: Hancock
VANCOUVER— As Canada’s largest union, CUPE has a responsibility to fight to protect the public services that make life more affordable for all Canadians. That was the message CUPE National President Mark Hancock brought to the 2024 CUPE BC convention. “Most people can’t remember a time when it was this difficult to put a roof […]
