Hi,      A few weeks ago, I wrote asking BC locals to support CUPE 2722 members on strike at Oxfam Canada by signing and sharing their letter-writing action.  The strike has now entered its fourth week. While many members are picketing outside Oxfam Canada’s Ottawa office, CUPE 2722 members here in British Columbia continue to participate in a virtual picket line alongside their colleagues across the country.

As the strike goes on, messages of solidarity from fellow CUPE members can make a real difference. If your local is able, we encourage you to:

• Send a message of support to the striking members at local2722oca@gmail.com. A simple note letting members know your local is wishing them strength and solidarity can have a big impact.
• Follow and share CUPE 2722’s strike updates on Instagram (@cupelocal2722) or Facebook
• Sign and share CUPE’s letter action calling on Oxfam Canada’s Board of Directors to help reach a fair settlement: cupe.ca/oxfam

You can read CUPE BC’s recent letter to Oxfam Canada here, in which we call on the organization to return to the bargaining table and live up to the values it promotes around the world.   Thank you for continuing to stand with CUPE 2722 members as they fight for a fair agreement.