CUPE represents more than 2,000 workers employed in B.C.’s Transit and Railway sectors. These members work in operations, maintenance, supervision and administration for a variety of employers throughout the province. They help hundreds of thousands of British Columbians get to their daily destinations and play an important role in the B.C. economy through the movement of goods and by supporting industrial workers at work camps.
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CUPE 7000 launches awareness campaign about the work of SkyTrain Attendants
CUPE 7000 launches awareness campaign about the work of SkyTrain Attendants
August 28, 2023
Multiple roles, skill set required go far beyond customer service duties, says union BURNABY— Despite having the highest visibility among employees of BC Rapid Transit Company (BCRTC), SkyTrain Attendants and…
Multiple roles, skill set required go far beyond customer service duties, says union BURNABY— Despite having the highest visibility among employees of BC Rapid Transit Company (BCRTC), SkyTrain Attendants and...
CUPE 7000 lauds stability in the system as SkyTrain workers ratify new five-year deal
CUPE 7000 lauds stability in the system as SkyTrain workers ratify new five-year deal
July 24, 2023
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…
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...
CUPE 561 members ratify contract with First Transit, ending Fraser Valley transit strike
CUPE 561 members ratify contract with First Transit, ending Fraser Valley transit strike
July 21, 2023
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…
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...
First Transit accepts Ready report recommendations; Fraser Valley transit strike end in sight
First Transit accepts Ready report recommendations; Fraser Valley transit strike end in sight
July 19, 2023
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…
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...
CUPE 561 thanks community for support as Fraser Valley transit strike passes Day 118
CUPE 561 thanks community for support as Fraser Valley transit strike passes Day 118
July 17, 2023
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…
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...
CUPE BC, National officers pledge support to Fraser Valley transit workers for “as long as it takes”
CUPE BC, National officers pledge support to Fraser Valley transit workers for “as long as it takes”
July 5, 2023
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…
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...
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