OTTAWA – Postal workers are proposing a 30-day cooling off period to Canada Post management to address concerns about “uncertainty” in the mail system and give negotiations a chance to succeed. “Our members, their families and all Canadians do not deserve to have this threat of a lockout ‘looming’ over our heads from a profitable public service. Postal workers want…
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In May, Cheryl DeWolfe asked the Executive to be a delegate on behalf of CUPE 951 to Greater Victoria Acting Together — the board approved. The motion also approved seeking other delegates. Interested? Contact cdewolfe@uvic.ca to get involved. In particular there are house meetings (basic info sessions) and the Summer Institute coming up: Greater Victoria Acting Together Summer Institute June…
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CUPE BC donates $20,000 to Fort McMurray wildfire relief fund BURNABY – CUPE BC’s executive board has unanimously voted to donate $20,000 to CUPE’s National Disaster Relief Fund, with all proceeds to going directly to the communities impacted by this disaster. “More than 2000 of our CUPE sisters, brothers and friends live and work in the Fort McMurray area,” said…
Read moreApplied Theatre students from the University of Victoria have created a performance to animate the joys and challenges of the lives of immigrant employees. Their stories capture the realities of working and living in a foreign environment where linguistic and intercultural differences can be a daily source of frustration and amusement. After the short performance, the audience will delve deeper into…
Read moreOn April 1st, BC’s minimum wage will be the lowest in Canada, and we need to send a strong message to Premier Clark – we need a $15/hour minimum wage. Friday, April 15th is a HUGE day for our campaign. It is Canada’s first official Fight for $15 National Day of Action, and BC is leading the way! We are joining with…
Read moreWorkplace violence can take the form of physical aggression such as hitting, biting or kicking. Violence in the workplace also includes verbal threats, swearing, name calling and bullying. Violence is not part of your job and the repercussions for workers can be devastating, affecting their physical and mental health and job satisfaction. For employers, it means reduced productivity and increased…
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