Union News
H.R. MacMillan Space Centre Tentative Agreement Reached
Dear H.R. MacMillan Space Centre Members: Thank you to the members who attended our ratification presentation and vote yesterday. The members voted in favour of accepting the tentative agreement as recommended by the Bargaining Committee. If you have any questions,...
News Release: Symphony at Sunset Returns for Another Dazzling Performance July 8, 2023
The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (VSO), is excited to announce the return of Symphony at Sunset, an open-air concert taking place on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at Sunset Beach Park. “Last year, Symphony at...
Response to George Affleck regarding tax increases
Affleck comments on Global News Hour June 27, 2023 Writing in response to comments made during an interview with Global news regarding the City ofVancouver budget outlook and the potential tax increases. When questioned as to why Vancouver isseeing higher tax...
Happy Canada Day!
Have a safe and happy Canada Day, everyone, and thank you to our members working at facilities and parks that are being enjoyed by everyone. We appreciate you and all members every day!
Upcoming Classifications Review for HSPBA Members Bulletin
Greetings Vancouver Coastal Health HSPBA Members: Please find the attached bulletin from CUPE National regarding the upcoming HSPBA classifications review this fall.
Upcoming Local 561 Solidarity with CUPE National Officers
Greetings Members:You are invited to two events happening next Wednesday, July 5th. They will have Mark Hancock and Candace Rennick in attendance from CUPE National, as well as Karen and Trevor from CUPE BC. In the morning, they will have a burmashave action at...
A Message from the Canadian Labour Congress
Greetings: Please find below a message from the Canadian Labour Congress regarding uncertain times: Canadian Labour Congress// Congrès du travail du Canada 2841 promenade...
Community Health Bargaining Bulletin: 2022 Bargaining Continues, Progress Stalling
Please find the attached bargaining bulletin from Andrew Ledger, CUPE National Representative and Health Coordinator. In solidarity, Warren Williams, President
City et al Bargaining Update – Upcoming Survey
Your 2022 City et al Bargaining Committee has met three times and will be finalizing our survey within the next week. Please watch your emails and mailboxes to ensure you take the opportunity to share your voice on issues you want the Bargaining Committee to...
Vancouver Art Gallery – Ratification of Bargaining Proposals on Zoom
Dear Vancouver Art Gallery Members: Please find attached an invitation to participate in a ratification meeting with your Bargaining Committee.
CUPE BC News Release: Ken Sim’s Budget-Slashing Plan
Greetings Members: Please see news release from CUPE BC regarding plans by City of Vancouver mayoral hopeful, Ken Sim. In solidarity, Warren WilliamsPresident
HSPBA Update (Non-Bargaining) Bulletin – Nearly $10 Million Payout for HSPBA Members
Greetings HSPBA Members: Please find attached an update from Andrew Ledger, CUPE National Representative and Health Coordinator, regarding an HSA legal challenge resulting in nearly $10 million payout for HSPBA members. In solidarity, Warren WilliamsPresident
Community Bargaining Association (CBA) Bulletin: Bargaining on Pause
Hello Community Health Members: Please find attached a bulletin from the Community Bargaining Association (CBA) Negotiating Committee.In solidarity,Warren WilliamsPresident
By-Election Results
Dear Members:The results of the by-elections at the General Membership meeting on Wednesday, September 29, 2022 of the two Trustee positions as well as the K-12 Sector Representative position are in. After the nomination process closed, Vanessa Mani was elected as the...
VSB: Wellness Stakeholder Update Presentation Slides and October Wellness Newsletter
Greetings K-12 Members: Please find attached documents below from the Employee Wellness Team at the Vancouver School Board. Wellness Stakeholder Update - September 27, 2022: Wellness Update - October 2022: Employee Health Fair: Employee Flu Vaccination Campaign - Fall...
Community Health Bargaining Association (CBA) Bargaining Bulletin
Good Afternoon Health Members, Please find attached a bulletin from the Community Bargaining Association (CBA) negotiating committee, regarding bargaining progress slowing down over monetary, recruitment and retention issues.