Union News
Message from the President
We are deeply saddened by the tragic events that occurred on April 26, 2025, during the Lapu Lapu Day celebrations on Fraser Street, in Vancouver. Our hearts go out to the victims, their families, and the entire Filipino community during this difficult time. We stand...
Important Message from the VSB – Fraudulent Online Banking Activity
Dear VSB Members: Please see below an important communication we received from the VSB. On Wednesday April 23, 2025, the Vancouver School Board learned of fraudulent activity in connection with our online banking systems. We took immediate steps to secure our online...
Attention City Members – Updated Executive Election Information
The list of candidates running for City Sector Representative has been updated. Please see the revised information below: Candidates for City Sector Representative:Brian DoSusy MckaySusanne RuhleSeagrin Worster
2025 Executive Board Elections Information
Nominations for the Executive Board were held at the March 26, 2025 Virtual General Membership Meeting. All voting for the upcoming 2025 Annual Executive Board Elections will be conducted online. There will be an election for President, 2nd Vice President, City Sector...
Vancouver School Board – Ratification of Bargaining Proposals Results
Dear K-12 Members:Thanks to the members who came out to our Ratification of Bargaining Proposals meetings held on April 1 and 2, 2025.The members voted overwhelmingly in favour of ratifying the bargaining proposals as presented.We are currently exploring dates to...
Sikh Heritage Month Invitation – Tuesday, April 1, 2025 @ Vancouver City Hall
Dear CUPE Local 15 members, Please see below an invitation from the Sikh Community to an event at Vancouver City Hall, 453 W 12th Avenue, to celebrate Sikh Heritage Month. Sikh Heritage Month InvitationDownload
When Working People Stand Together, We Win 💪
Greetings Members, Please see below the message from CUPE BC President, Karen Ranalletta. The election campaign officially kicked off last weekend, and we’re now less than four weeks away from the October 19 BC Provincial Election! This election is critical for those...
VCH HSPBA Professional Development Fund Applications Now Open to CUPE Members
Dear Vancouver Coastal Health HSPBA Members: CUPE Local 15 VCH Health Science Professionals can now apply for professional development funds available for education/training commenced between September 1, 2024 and August 31, 2025. Key points about the new professional...
City et al Bargaining Committee Election Results
Dear City et al Members: On September 19, 2024, over 80 members crowded into a meeting room at the Italian Cultural Centre to elect their bargaining committee for the next round of negotiations. Congratulations to the following members, who were elected to the Local...
Vancouver School Board/CUPE Local 15 Bargaining Bulletin – September 2024
Greetings Vancouver School Board (VSB) Members: Your CUPE Local 15/VSB bargaining committee met on September 19, 2024 to begin preparation for your upcoming bargaining in 2025. They have developed a calendar which outlines important dates including the preparation of...
Stanley Park Ghost Train Makes a Spooky Comeback
Hello Members: Please see the message below: The iconic Stanley Park Ghost Train is gearing up to take riders on a haunted Halloween journey from October 10 to October 31. Climb aboard for Ghosts in the Graveyard, a rollicking ride filled with creepy and entertaining...
Langara Open Office – Thursday, September 26, 2024
Dear Langara College CUPE Local 15 Members: Please see the notice below for our monthly open office which will be held this Thursday, September 26, 2024 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.. In solidarity, Your Langara Shop Stewards, Sophie BennettSteven BrouseGitanjali...
REMINDER – City et al Bargaining Committee Election Meeting on September 19, 2024
Dear City et al (City of Vancouver, Park Board, Britannia Community Services Centre, and Ray-Cam) Members: This is a friendly reminder that you are invited to the meeting that will take place this Thursday, September 19, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to elect...
Vancouver School Board Employee Wellness Resources
Dear K-12 Members: Please find below a notice from the Vancouver School Board regarding wellness resources that are available. You may access these tools using your VSB sign-in at tinyurl.com/vsb-wellness.
VDLC’s 3rd Annual Webinar: Fighting Racism in our Cities
Greetings Members: The Vancouver & District Labour Council’s (VDLC) 3rd Annual Webinar will take place this Sunday September 15, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Zoom. Please see details from the VDLC below: This free webinar is for all workers who want to...
Notice from ATU Local 1724 – Rally for HandyDART Workers
Good Afternoon Members: Please see notice below circulated on behalf of ATU Local 1724 regarding a rally for HandyDART workers. A rally in support of striking HandyDart workers will be held Tuesday, September 10th, at 11:30am. As ATU enters its second week of the...