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Sept 21st Membership Monthly Meeting
Below is the link to the zoom membership meeting. (you might have to copy and paste) Looking forward to seeing you at it.
Hi there,
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Sep 21, 2022 06:30 PM Vancouver
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkfuyhrTsrHdwyYhQo7UxwsDdGPnl6fHLh
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.SEpt
HAPPY LABOUR DAY!
CUPE 1936 would like to wish all of our members a Happy Labour Day. It is with great pride that we get to celebrate the hard work we do and celebrate the accomplishments of the labour movement and the benefits of having a union at work.
CUPE BC hopes members will enjoy the many Labour Day festivities happening this September 5th throughout the province and nation-wide. If you have photographs from Labour Day celebrations you wish to send to CUPE BC, please e-mail sbeasley@cupe.ca with the subject Labour Day Member Photos.
CLC | Labour Day Events 2022: The Canadian Labour Congress has compiled a list of Labour Day union celebrations and marches across the country.. Those wishing to add an event, contact president-assistant@clcctc.ca
CUPE BC UPDATES GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS & RESOURCES
UN | International Day of Charity | Sep 5 : The United Nations General Assembly declared the International Day of Charity towards the objective of sensitizing and mobilizing people, NGOs, and stakeholders all around the world to help others through volunteer and philanthropic activities, choosing Sep 5th to honour the date of the passing of Mother Theresa. View the most recent human development reports.
BCFED | Psychologically Healthy and Safe Workplaces | Sep 8 : A two-part virtual workshop, from the BCFED Health & Safety Centre, in line with the CSA Standard, will provide participants with the tools to create strategies that will support workers with mental health issues, individually and collectively, using a preventative approach.
Date & Time: Sep 8, 2022 | 8:30am (part 1) & 4:30pm (part 2) – Pacific Fee: $155
Massy Arts | Indigenous Perspectives Series | Sep 13: Massy Arts is hosting SFU’s Dr. June Scudeler in person for We Are the Best Survivors, a free talk on Indigenous Horror in literature, film and art. Donations are welcome.
Date & Time: Sep 13, 2022 | 6:00pm. Location: Massy Arts Society at 23 East Pender, Vancouver
Registration: Click here
BCCWITT | Be More Than a Bystander Training: In collaboration with the Ending Violence Association of BC and the BC Lions, the BC Centre for Women in the Trades has an acclaimed, ongoing bystander education program. Apply here.
Courage to Act | National Skillshare Series | Nov 2022-Sep 2023: From late fall into of next year, Courage to Act is offering a series of free courses on gender-based violence prevention, harm reduction, and trauma-informed healing strategies.
Should you have any questions regarding this update, please email info@cupe.bc.ca for additional information.
In solidarity,
CUPE BC Executive Board
CUPE British Columbia
Changes coming to the Right to Refuse Unsafe Work for Provincially regulated jurisdictions
Changes are coming in August to the right to refuse unsafe work
Workers have the right to refuse work that would “create an undue hazard to the health and safety of any person”. When a worker exercises this right it helps identify hazards and keep workplaces safer for all.
Starting August 22, 2022, WorkSafeBC will be implementing amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety regulations that create an entire new section (3.12.1). This section makes important changes to the process, including what employers can and can’t do after a refusal takes place.
Starting August employers must ensure a subsequent worker is advised in writing (an email or text, for example) of any unresolved work refusal made in relation to assigned work.
Reassignment of refused work (Entire section is new)
3.12.1 (1) If a worker refuses work under section 3.12, the employer must not require or permit another worker to do the refused work unless
(a) the matter has been resolved under section 3.12 (3), (4) or (5), or
(b) the employer has, in writing, advised the other worker and a person referred to in section 3.12 (4)(a), (b) or (c) of all of the following:
(i) the refusal;
(ii) the unsafe condition reported under section 3.12 (2);
(iii) the reasons why the task would not create an undue hazard to the health and safety of the other worker or any other person;
(iv) the right of the other worker under section 3.12 to refuse unsafe work.
Support CUPE members trapped in Dominican Republic
Sisters, brothers and friends,
For over four months, two of our members have been held in the Dominican Republic without charge, in fear for their lives, simply for doing their duty and following the law.
On April 5, flight attendants Christina Carello and Alexander Rozov – members of CUPE Local 4059 – were detained along with the rest of their crew after discovering and reporting suspected contraband on their plane in the Dominican Republic.
They followed their duty to the letter, and aviation experts say the crew’s actions likely averted an air disaster due to the weight and location of the contraband. Instead of receiving thanks for their actions, Christina and Alexander and the rest of their crew have been denied their freedom, and their rights to justice and safety. Dominican prosecutors want them held in prison for up to 12 months as an investigation drags on.
For four long months, CUPE’s Airline Division has been part of an ongoing effort to help bring Christina and Alexander home. Today, we are calling on our broader CUPE membership to join this effort. Together, we must step up the pressure on Dominican authorities and on the Canadian government.
Christina and Alexander are part of our union family, and we must do what we can to bring them home to their lives and their loved ones in Canada.
Each of us can do our part and make a difference. We are urging all members and locals to visit the website to support Christina and Alexander today.
In solidarity,
 MARK HANCOCK National President |
 CANDACE RENNICK National Secretary-Treasurer |
CUPE BC Weekly Update
BCGEU Job Action | Aug 2022
As of Monday, Aug 15, public sector worker members of the BC General Employees Union began targeted job action in response to the impasse in contract negotiations with the provincial government. Picket lines have gone up at the following BC Liquor Distribution Branch wholesale locations:
Delta Distribution Centre (DDC) – 7003 72nd Street, Delta
Kamloops Distribution Centre (KDC) – 9881 Dallas Drive, Kamloops
Richmond Distribution Centre (RDC) – 3389 No 6 Rd, Richmond
Victoria Wholesale Customer Centre – 2291 Government Street, Victoria
CLC | Labour Day Events 2022
The Canadian Labour Congress has compiled a list of Labour Day union celebrations and marches across the country. Show your support at a local event near you.
Vancouver & District Labour Council Labour Day Picnic
Date & Time: Monday, September 5, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Location: John Hendry (Trout Lake) Park, 3300 Victoria Drive, Vancouver
BC Lions | Ticket Giveaway | Aug 26 & Sep 24
A select number of tickets are available on giveaway to two upcoming BC Lions matches at BC Place Stadium:
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Friday, Aug 26, 2022 at 7:30pm BC Lions vs Saskatchewan Roughriders |
Saturday, Sep 24, 2022 at 7:00pm BC Lions vs Calgary Stampeders |
Please submit expressions of interest to info@cupe.bc.ca no later than 12:00pm Monday, Aug 22.
VALU CO-OP & Lim Association | House of 9 Dragons | Sep 10-11
Years in the making, an oral history exhibit of Vancouver Chinatown heritage building The House of 9 Dragons is happening next month in Vancouver’s Chinatown, a collaboration between artist union VALU CO-OP and the Lim Sai Hor Kow Mock Benevolent Association. Free to all; light snacks provided.
Date & Time: Sep 10-11, 2022 | 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: Lim Association Building 3rd floor gallery space at 531 Carrall Street, Vancouver
CSSBA Talks Continue at the Bargaining Table
Please see the most recent bargaining memo from the Provincial Bargaining table by clicking here.
Weekly CUPE BC update
BC Medal of Good Citizenship | Open Nomination. Nominations for the BC Medal of Good Citizenship are accepted on an ongoing basis year-round for community members going above and beyond, demonstrating kindness, selflessness, generosity and service to community life in BC. You can nominate someone you know or read about prior recipients.
Lower Mainland Tri-Cities | New Foundry Centre. In July 2022 the opening of a new service centre for Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody youth with mental health challenges and substance abuse issues was announced, slated for the coming months. Foundry Tri-Cities will be operated by Share Family and Community Services Society, while seven new Foundry centres are in development in Burns Lake, East Kootenay, Port Hardy, Squamish, Surrey, Cariboo-Chilcotin, and Fort St. John. Browse a list of foundry centres currently in operation.
CCPA BC | Policy Note News The BC Office of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives is publishing progressive takes on provincial issues via Policy Note online. Browse the archive here.
CWF | Northern Strategy The Canadian Women’s Foundation is partnering with Vancouver’s MakeWay Foundation on an Indigenous gender justice initiative, guided by the Northern Women and Girls Advisory Committee with representatives from Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Nunavik, and Nunatsiavut. Check our their podcast and funding resources for Indigenous women, girls and gender diverse people.
The Function | Downtown Victoria BIPOC Festival | Aug 20. The Function, Victoria’s first BIPOC music & arts festival, celebrates emerging local BIPOC talent and seeks to build solidarity while celebrating diverse communities on the Island. Sponsored by the City of Vancouver, the BC Black History Awareness Society and others, it will be held at Ship Point Market in downtown Victoria next week.
Date & Time: Aug 20, 2022 | 2:00pm onwards Location: Ship Point, 812 Wharf St, Victoria. Tickets: $35 (General Admission); free for 12 and under Volunteering: Get involved here
Should you have any questions regarding this update, please email info@cupe.bc.ca for additional information.
In solidarity,
CUPE BC Executive Board
CUPE British Columbia
#410-6222 Willingdon Avenue
Burnaby, British Columbia
V5H 0G3
P: 604.291.9119
Updates from CUPE BC
Mark’s Discount for CUPE BC members | Aug 1-7 Members can use the enclosed voucher code to get 25% off on in-person purchases at any Mark’s in Canada from August 1st to 7th
Whistler Summer Concert Series | Aug 4, 18, 25
Whistler Olympic Plaza at 4365 Blackcomb Way, Whistler, has been holding free concerts all summer, with three Thursday dates coming up spanning various genres. Opening acts start at 6:30 and the headliners at 7:30pm.
Dates & Artists:
Aug 4 – DJ PRAiZ, Ron Artis II & The Truth; Aug 18 – Native Thunder Productions & DJ Shub; Aug 25 – Vinyl Ritchie & The J.B.’s
LegBC | Community Gaming Grants Info Session | Aug 26 MLA Fin Donnelly is hosting a free 1.5h in-person information session on the BC Government’s Community Gaming Grant Program and other initiatives, an opportunity to learn about how your organization can successfully apply for funding. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session. Email fin.donnelly.mla@leg.bc.ca or call 604-942-5020 with further questions.
Date & Time: Friday, Aug 26, 2022 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm (Pacific)
Location: 510 – 2950 Glen Dr., Coquitlam, BC (Coquitlam-Burke Mountain Community Office)
Registration: Click here
VDLC | Labour Day Picnic | Sep 5 Enjoy food, bouncy castles, live music, games, booths and more at the Vancouver & District Labour Council free Labour Day Picnic.
Date & Time: Monday, Sep 5, 2022 | 12:00 noon
Location: Trout Lake Park (John Hendry Park), Vancouver
CCDI Consulting | Two-Spirit people Within the LGBTQ2+ Communities | Sep 21 This free webinar from the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion will discuss what the “2” in LGBTQ2+ stands for, in conversation with a panel of Indigenous Two-Spirit people who will share their experiences with indigeneity in the LGBTQ2+ communities.
Date & Time: Sep 21, 2022 | 1:00pm (Eastern)
Registration: Click here
Charlford House | 6th Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser | Sep 23. Those wishing to support women in the Lower Mainland who struggle with addictions can sponsor the Charlford House Society for Women golf tournament fundraiser, including dinner and prizes. Proceeds will go towards expanding Charlford House community outreach and upgrading the facility to accommodate more women at a time. The attached brochure features further details.
Date & Time: ongoing until Friday, Sep 23, 2022
Location: Westwood Plateau Golf & Country Club, 3251 Plateau Blvd., Coquitlam, BC
Should you have any questions regarding this update, please email info@cupe.bc.ca for additional information.
In solidarity,
CUPE BC Executive Board
CUPE British Columbia
#410-6222 Willingdon Avenue
Burnaby, British Columbia
V5H 0G3
P: 604.291.9119