Union News
VSB/CUPE Local 15 Information Bulletin – May 2023
Greetings VSB Members: As we inch closer to the end of the school year, we wish to advise and update everyone on several issues that are being worked on with the employer and to share information that some members may not be aware of. The collective agreement is still...
Family Fun Fair| Saturday, May 13, 2023, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Manitoba Works Yard
Greetings Members: Please see the poster above regarding the City of Vancouver's Family Fun Fair. This event will be taking place on Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Manitoba Works Yard, 250 West 70 Avenue, Vancouver. Visit...
Childcare Funding
Greetings Members: OneCity Vancouver is holding a letter-writing campaign for the VSB to budget $100,000 to advance childcare space creation in the district. This will be work of our members, so please sign to support our members’ work. You may find more information...
Vancouver Art Gallery Bargaining Update
To All Vancouver Art Gallery Members: Since the last update on March 10th, your Bargaining Committee has met with management on April 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th, and both sides have confirmed to meet again on April 26th, 27th and 28th. More progress has been made and we...
Recognizing Excellence in BC Schools
Greetings Members: Please see bulletin attached below from the K-12 Coordinators regarding the Premier’s Awards for Excellence in Education. In solidarity, Warren WilliamsPresident
Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 118 | Strike Notice
Dear Members: Please see attached notice from the Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 118. More information will follow once it becomes available. In solidarity, Warren WilliamsPresident
City of Vancouver Vaccine Mandate Policy – Next Steps
Dear City and Parks Members:Please see the attached letter below regarding the City of Vancouver Vaccine Mandate Policy – Next Steps. Please also find the Section 54 letter sent to the City of Vancouver from the City of Vancouver's three CUPE bargaining units. UPDATE:...
Mandatory Vaccination Policy Update for City and Parks Members
Dear City and Parks Members: At this time the union has not been provided the final policy regarding mandatory vaccination. Once it is reviewed we will be in a better position to respond. The union has a responsibility to uphold the collective agreement rights...
New COVID-19 Health Order on Vaccine Status to Come into Effect on October 26, 2021
Order Contains Important Information for CUPE Health Members Please find attached a copy of the Order of the Provincial Health Officer, dated October 14, 2021, related to Hospital and Community (Health Care and other services) COVID-19 vaccination status information...
City’s Equity Officer’s Update on Supports for Staff from Marginalized Communities
Please see the video update below, created by the City’s Equity Officer, Aftab Erfan. It includes information for staff from marginalized communities on how they may access the kinds of supports they may need through the City’s systems. The video covers: 1) Mental...
2nd Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest
Children can paint, decorate, or carve a pumpkin. It’s your choice! Each category above will be judged in the following areas: FunnyOriginal IdeaScaryBest ThemeMost Unusual Please take a photo with the pumpkin and email it to dmohabir@cupe15.org ensuring you include...
CUPE National Executive Board Highlights
Please see attached bulletin regarding the CUPE National Executive Board Highlights.
CUPE Community Health Workers Set Priorities at Online Bargaining Conference
The attached bulletin below contains information about the CUPE Community Health workers setting priorities at an online bargaining conference.
City et al Wage Rates for 2021
Please find the City et al Wage Rates as of January 1, 2021 below.
Update on COVID-19 Safety Measures in K-12 Schools
Dear VSB Members: Please find below a bulletin from the K-12 Coordinators regarding updates on COVID-19 safety measures for the K-12 sector.
Letter from Board Chair – Mask Mandate Extended to Kindergarten to Grade 3 Students
Please find a letter from the Board Chair regarding the mask mandate extending to Kindergarten to Grade 3 students effective Monday, October 4, 2021 at the link below:...