We are very happy to share with you information on an Oak Bay Gordon Head All-Candidates Forum webinar Oct 6, 2024. 1:30 pm till 3pm via Zoom. You can register using the QR code on the below flyer or visit pea.org/2024debate This will be a good opportunity to hear how these candidates respond to questions about the community and Post…
Read moreSeptember 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Thisday is also known as Orange Shirt Day, the namebeing used from a story shared by Phyllis Webstad of the the Stswecem’cXget’tem First Nation. This is a day to remember and honour the Indigenous childrenstolen from their families and communities and sent to residential schools andit is a day to stand in solidarity…
Read moreHi friends, You might remember my email in late August about the Pacific Blue Cross board elections—great news, we won! Jatinder Bir, Lori Mayhew, and Aaron Sumexheltza were all elected, ensuring the board will keep workers’ interests at the forefront. Thanks to everyone who helped share the message—and secure this win. we reached 16,000 CUPE members, showing how strong we…
Read moreOn August 1, 1834, the Slavery Abolition Act came into effect after being passed by the British Parliament. The Act began the legal abolition of slavery that impacted people of African descent who were enslaved in British colonies, including Canada. In 2021, Members of the Canadian Parliament voted unanimously to officially recognize August 1st as Emancipation Day in Canada. CUPE…
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Disability Pride Month is a time to highlight and celebrate the contributions people with disabilities make to our Union. Since not all disabilities are visible, we encourage everyone to use this month as an opportunity to educate yourself on ableism and how to eliminate it from our workplaces.
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On June 21, for National Indigenous Peoples Day, we recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis across Canada. Were you aware that CUPE 951 successfully bargained to include language (24.23) that allows Indigenous employees to take paid leave on National Indigenous People’s Day? If you have any questions, reach out to any…
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