General Membership Meeting

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You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Mar 20, 2024 06:30 PM Vancouver

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Community Social Services Awareness Month

March is Community Social Services Awareness Month in BC, and we proudly recognize the dedication of the more than 3,500 members who work in community social services.

These CUPE members deliver support to some of the most vulnerable people in our communities. They care for children and elders, support people who are struggling with mental health and substance abuse, strengthen families, and make our services more culturally responsive. #communitysocialservicesmonth

CUPE BC UPDATES  GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS & RESOURCES 

Please read on for general CUPE BC announcements and to learn more about upcoming events, learning resources, and community engagement opportunities. If this email was forwarded to you and you wish to be added to our mailing list, please send an email request to info@cupe.bc.ca.

CORRECTION | Bereaved Local 15 Member Memorial Fundraiser – The last edition of CUPE BC General Announcements & Updates incorrectly identified Ron Stuber, tragically and recently passed away, as a Local 15 member. His widow Emma Sommers is the Local 15 member, and the fundraiser is still ongoing to support her and her son in the wake of this loss. We apologize for the error and send condolences

CHSF | Great Big Crunch Communications Guide 2024 – Branding, graphics, social media links and hashtags: everything is included in the freshly published communications guide for the Great Big Crunch campaign by the Coalition for Healthy School Food, available to download here. Also see the school food program implementation FAQ here, or see how you can get involved.

VDLC Education | Mar-Apr – The Vancouver & District Labour Council will be hosting the following courses in person at the Maritime Labour Centre this spring. Click on the course link to register and for more information.

Privacy Rights in the Workplace: Apr 3, 2024 | 9:30am – 4:00pm (Pacific)

*New* Promotion & Selection Grievances: Apr 3, 2024 | 9:30am – 4:00pm (Pacific)

BCLA | Library Conference | Apr 24-25-  This year’s BC Library Association Conference, on the theme of Commitment – Courage – Community, takes place at the Pinnacle Harbourfront Vancouver, with CUPE BC joining the exhibitor list. See schedule here for session information, registration information here, and the speaker list.

Cumberland Museum | Miners Memorial 2024 | Jun 14-16 – Save the date for the 2024 Miners Memorial, a celebration of labour history in western Canada, honouring the diverse struggles and triumphs of those who have paved the way for better working conditions, safety standards, and rights for workers and their families, hosted by the Cumberland Museum & Archives. Those wishing to support can purchase locally made bouquets. Read more about the history of the event here, and stay tuned for updates in the following weeks.

CCPA | The Monitor: Public Sector Pay and Income Inequality – The Monitor magazine from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives has released a lengthy report analyzing hourly pay in 2023, with a view to understanding differences between public and private pay practices. Analysis identified a gender pay gap even when adjusting numbers for mitigating factors. Download here in full.

Should you have any questions regarding this update, please email info@cupe.bc.ca for additional information.

Living Wage Downhill

Earlier this year, Mayor Ken Sim and his ABC majority voted in a closed-door meeting to retract Vancouver’s commitment to paying a living wage.

Since then, the affordability crisis facing Vancouver residents has only intensified. The cost of essential goods continues to climb, placing a heavy burden on working families. It’s time for the city to get back on track with ensuring living wages for working people.

Join us for a Living Wage Townhall on February 26th. Hear from affected workers, a speaker from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, and Councillor Christine Boyle. Let’s speak up together and tell Vancouver City Council to do the right thing and recertify as a living wage employer for 2024.

DATE: Monday, February 26th
TIME: 7:30PM-9:00PM
PLACE: Maritime Labour Centre Auditorium, 1880 Triumph St. or via Zoom

This is a family-friendly event. All are welcome.

RSVP HERE

CURRENT PUTES

STRIKES AND LOCKOUTS

Please respect the unions’ picket lines in the following disputes, and do not patronize these businesses until the dispute is settled.
USW 1-417 vs. Hudson’s Bay Company (Kamloops store)
Major issues: Wages, Concessions
Commenced: December 10, 2023

CUPE 4500 vs. Coast Mountain Bus Company
Major Issues: Wages, Workload
Commenced: January 6, 2024

UNITE HERE! Local 40 vs. Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Hilton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Marriott Vancouver Airport Hotel
Major Issues: Wages
Commenced: June 14, 2023

UNITE HERE Local 40 vs. Radisson Blu (formerly Pacific Gateway Hotel)
Major Issues: Recall Rights, Concessions
Commenced: May 3, 2021

BOYCOTTS & HOT EDICTS

Boycott:
Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Hilton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Marriott Vancouver Airport Hotel – UNITE HERE Local 40/BCFED

Boycott:
SAS Group (Scandinavian Airlines System) – CLC

Boycott:
Radisson Blu (formerly Pacific Gateway Hotel), Richmond, BC – UNITE HERE Local 40/BCFED

February 14 th
Memoriam
In Honor of

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People

Today, on February 14th, and everyday, CUPE Local 1936 would like to honor and acknowledge
the prevalence of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit people in
British Columbia and throughout Canada.
We join with our Indigenous friends and comrades as they mourn the children, siblings, parents
and other loved ones lost due to ongoing colonization, institutional racism and violence.
We call on elected officials at all levels of government to help prevent further tragedy as a
result of colonial violence through meaningful and sustained action.
In solidarity,
CUPE Local 1936 Table Officers
Sheryl Burns
Lee-Ann Lalli
Bernice Way
Valeria Mancilla

Invite to all members of CUPE 1936

JOIN US  for our 1st meeting of this year.
Monthly Membership Meeting on
Wednesday, January 17th, 2024 @ 6:30 pm

  Join via Zoom (see link below) registration is required by clicking the Zoom link below

 ( Make sure you register or RSVP by January 16th and attend the meeting to be eligible for the prizes. )

We will be providing updates, unit reports & committee reports, etc.

Please post on the union bulletin boards at your worksite and let others know.

ZOOM LINK

Hi there,

You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Jan 17, 2024 06:30 PM Vancouver

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Meeting ID.   824 1644 2492
Passcode.    072788

CURRENT DISPUTES

STRIKES AND LOCKOUTS

Please respect the unions’ picket lines in the following disputes, and do not patronize these businesses until the dispute is settled.

UNITE HERE! Local 40 vs. Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Hilton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Marriott Vancouver Airport Hotel
Major Issues: Wages
Commenced: June 14, 2023

UNITE HERE Local 40 vs. Radisson Blu (formerly Pacific Gateway Hotel)
Major Issues: Recall Rights, Concessions
Commenced: May 3, 2021

SETTLED

HEU vs. Good Samaritan Canada

USW 1944 vs Rogers Communications

GVRDEU vs. Metro Vancouver Regional District (various)

TSSU vs. Simon Fraser University

USW 1-423 vs. Rockwool Inc. (Grand Forks, BC)

Boycott:
Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Hilton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Marriott Vancouver Airport Hotel – UNITE HERE Local 40/BCFED

Boycott:
SAS Group (Scandinavian Airlines System) – CLC

Boycott:
Radisson Blu (formerly Pacific Gateway Hotel), Richmond, BC – UNITE HERE Local 40/BCFED

Boycott:
H&R Block, Canadian Tire, Rogers, Wendy’s, Home Hardware, Sleep Country – ACTRA/CLC

28th Annual Labour Community Holiday Event

Surrey: December 21 — 5:00 pm –8:00 pm
Vancouver: December 23 — 5:00 pm –8:00 pm

Each year we come together to celebrate the holidays by sharing with those in need. Over 2,000 people and families take part in this annual tradition. We are excited to announce that this year we will be having a full turkey dinner, food hampers, clothing boutique and toys in two separate locations and evenings, hosted by the BC labour community.

These are the ways that you can help!

Organize in your workplace, neighbourhood, friends and family:

  • TOY DRIVE, unwrapped gifts for children aged 0-18, also gift cards, movie passes,
  • FOOD DRIVE, non-perishable items for food hampers
  • CLOTHING DRIVE, clean, almost new clothing
  • FINANCIAL DONATIONS- E-transfer to acctg@bcfed.ca

VOLUNTEER

Items can be picked up or dropped off. Please call Marisha 604-308-7474 or email at labourholidayevent@bcfed.ca.

We need volunteers for the following dates:

  • Tuesday, December 19th from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm hamper stuffing, sorting toys and clothes at the Maritime Labour Centre
  • Wednesday, December 20th from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm hamper stuffing, sorting toys and clothes at the Maritime Labour Centre
  • Thursday, December 21st, set up at 1:00 pm, doors open at 5:00 pm – Aria Banquet Hall 12350 Pattullo Pl, Surrey
  • Saturday, December 23rd set up at 4:00 pm, doors open at 5:00 pm – Maritime Labour Centre, 1880 Triumph St, Vancouver

None of this would happen without you!

Financial contributions are also critical to the success of this annual event. Many families count on us being there. That is why we’re making this special request for your generous financial donation. Together we can provide an important community service and celebrate the spirit of giving this holiday.

If you want to make a financial donation, we have two easy ways:

  1. E-transfer to acctg@bcfed.ca, no password needed.
  2. Cheque payable to:
    Labour Community Christmas Dinner
    c/o BC Federation of Labour
    Suite 110-4259 Canada Way, Burnaby BC V5E 1H3
If you require more information, please contact Marisha at cell number 604-308-7474 and by email at labourholidayevent@bcfed.ca.

CUPE BC UPDATES GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS & RESOURCES

City of Surrey | Accessibility and Transportation Engagement Call | Dec 8       Help enhance accessibility in Surrey by providing public feedback on the City’s draft Accessibility Action Plan with the goal of enhancing accessibility, removing barriers and creating a more inclusive community. The online survey is open until Dec 8, 2023.

CCPA | The Monitor print editions by donation           Those wanting print editions of Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives magazine The Monitor next year can sign up for 4 quarterly editions with a minimum annual donation of $35 to the CCPA. Digital editions are freely available online. More information on print copies here.

DEWC Peer Program | Donation Call | Nov-Dec 2023.      The DEWC is in the process of raising funds for their peer program in order to keep up with inflation and continue to empower the women in the DTES community with low-barrier employment opportunities and education. Every $5 donated to the Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre supports a meal for a woman in need. Read this month’s spotlight on Skills Development Program volunteer Sam here

CCDI Consulting | DEI Education Calendar | Jan-Mar 2024          Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion Consulting group has published a series of instructor-led courses as well as e-learning workshops for individuals happening winter/spring 2024, with 3 certificates available: Foundations in IDEA, Antiracism Education, and Beyond IDEA Awareness.

Food Bank Challenge | CUPE Local 382.      CUPE BC and CUPE Local 382 have a challenge for you!  CUPE Local 382, in each of the last five years, has donated a “toonie” per member to their local food bank in Victoria.  CUPE BC has committed to match Local 382’s food bank donations this year. This year, CUPE Local 382 would like to extend this friendly challenge to ALL CUPE Locals in British Columbia and encourage each member to donate a “toonie” to a local food bank.  This opportunity to help communities across the Province will show the type of solidarity and strength that comes when working within a Union. Find a local food bank by visiting the Food Banks of BC website  

VPL Vancouver presents author Brandi Morin: On the Frontlines of Indigenous Land Defence, a streamed event on Dec 7, 2023. Register here and follow @bclibraries-present on crowdcast to get notifications on more author spotlights in 2024.