CUPE 4207 & OUWCC

Last week some of our members went to the OUWCC convention. Congrats to the new committee and campus reps!

The Ontario University Workers Coordinating Committee represents more than 30,000 CUPE members working in the university sector. OUWCC coordinates bargaining and province-wide political action on issues facing university workers.

There are 39 CUPE locals on 17 university campuses across Ontario. Our membership includes both support and academic workers, such as: parking, skilled trades, clerical and administrative positions, caretaking, food services, grounds keeping, research, technical and library workers, sessional instructors, teaching assistants, post-doctoral students and workers in student unions, student-run services and student-run businesses. Most work directly for a university, although some of our members work for contractors on campuses.

Learn more HERE


New Committee Members

4207 attendees with outgoing Campus Rep Brad from 1295

CUPE 4207 Rallying wth CUPE 3903

CUPE 4207 members showing support and rallying with CUPE 3903 last Friday! In Solidarity!

Mikko with the group.

Gabi & Stacyann

Phil & Mikko at the coffee truck.

Karen and Jeff with Brad 1295, Chris 1281

Phil hand delivering $650 cheque to Striking Workers of CUPE 3903.

CUPE Ontario Activist Days

CUPE 4207 participated in CUPE Ontario’s Activist Days on Mon, Feb 26th.

Photos courtesy of CUPE Ontario

CUPE Ontario is hosting Activist Days all over the province and have some happening soon in the coming weeks! They’ve already visited Niagara & Salt Ste. Marie.  Attendees had the chance to share what’s happening in their sectors, hear about bargaining strategies, and learn about ways to get more involved in their union  Have you registered for one yet? More information HERE.

March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in the US

It’s March 1st, and our US neighbours are observing National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.  In 1987, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed March Developmental Disabilities Month, with the goal to destigmatize developmental disabilities.

What Is a Developmental Disability?

Many don’t realize the abilities of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). By showing examples of people with developmental disabilities thriving alongside people without, we can help end negative stereotypes.

Sometimes you can see a person has a disability. For instance, they may use a wheelchair. Other disabilities you can’t see or easily recognize. For example, you may not be able to tell that a person has a cognitive challenge that affects someone’s ability to speak, learn or interact with others.

Developmental disabilities can affect how the brain thinks (cognitive) and how the body moves (physical). Sometimes, it can affect both.

More about previous campaigns here.

General Membership & Nominations Meeting

General Membership & Nominations Meeting

March 14th at 4pm – Hybrid: In person & on Zoom

On the agenda:

  • Unit 4 Bargaining Updates
  • Nominations for all Executive Committee Positions 
  • Election of three Returning Officers to conduct Elections
  • Election of CUPE Ontario Convention delegates

To attend in person or online, please register in advance by clicking the link below. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing additional information about joining the meeting via Zoom and/or the location for in-person attendance.

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAod-2grjIuG9AJDowhW-jz5i-zgml5ylbk

*Gentle Reminder: Being a Member in Good Standing gives you a say in how your union is run, and allows you to participate in events, elections, committees and more. Members in good standing can also run for elected union positions and are eligible to serve as delegates to union events, conventions, training, and conferences. This is a requirement as per the CUPE National Constitution.

If you are not a Member in Good Standing yet, please fill out the MGS form by March 14 in order to be eligible to vote. This is a hard deadline.

Click here to learn more and fill out your form if you haven’t already.  You can fill, print, scan, and email – or fill, print, take photo, and email. All completed forms are sent to info@cupe4207.org.

The full voting process will be explained by the elected Returning Officers at the March 21 Elections Forum GMM.

 

Important News from Unit 4 – Clinical Nursing Instructors!!

Unit 4 has spoken!
The Strike Vote has passed with a full 100% of votes cast by Clinical Nursing Instructors in favour of a Strike Mandate. The employer refuses to offer a fair wage to the Clinical Nursing Instructors and to take their concerns seriously. Unit 4 took the courageous step to authorize a strike if a fair agreement can’t be reached.
Together – and in solidarity – we will fight for the deal that CNIs deserve!

Fundraising Dinner for Gaza

A local group takes initiative to provide relief for Palestinian refugees in the wake of the destruction and humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza.

Our union bought 10 tickets for this fundraising dinner in support of the Palestinian people who are living under conditions of starvation in Gaza.

It is on Saturday, Feb. 24th at the Kabab and Thali Restaurant at 466 Merritt Street, St. Catharines. Registration starts at 5:45 pm, dinner at 6:15 pm.

Members, claim your tickets to a delicious food that will warm your heart and belly by emailing info@cupe4207.org!

The Niagara Gaza Relief Foundation is part of the Niagara Palestine Coalition [NPC] @905palestine.

You can see the event posted on the website of the NPC partner, the Niagara Movement for Justice in Palestine Israel, at https://nmjpi.org/ .

Trans Healthcare Day of Action

February 29th, from 5 pm to 7 pm at the Legislative Building, Queen’s Park, Toronto.

The Ontario Federation of Labour calls for workers to show support for a Private Member’s Bill, the Gender Affirming Health Care Advisory Committee Act. The action involves reception and sitting in the Gallery to hear the second reading of the bill.

The CUPE 4207 Pink Triangle Committee encourages our members to attend. Our local will cover the mileage cost of travel for up to three cars, including parking expenses, and up to five bus tickets for our members attending the rally. Please, email the union in advance of your attendance of this event at info@cupe4207.org .

Here is the detailed information: https://ofl.ca/event/february-29th-trans-healthcare-day-of-action/