Academic Contract Workers at Brock University
The Niagara District CUPE Council is hosting a suite of union trainings. The union offers members in good standing and stewards the ability to learn more about union rules, advocacy, and equity. Sat October 17th, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Holiday Inn in St. Catharines. Please reach out HERE for more information.
Welcome back, CUPE 4207 Members! We are holding our famous Manhattan social filled with pizza, wings, nachos and soft drinks. Our union is hosting a night of food and fun on Wednesday, September 23rd at 6 pm. Manhattan Bar and Grill is located on Scott and Vine St. Scan the QR code for the location and, for more information, please email HERE.
Welcome, all members! With the new school year rapidly approaching, a good place to get started with the union is by attending the GMM in person or online. Register HERE for both in-person and online attendance on September 17th at 12:00pm. A light lunch will be served for those in-person.
CUPE 1317 and CUPE 4156 want to paint the province PURPLE. Come out to swim at the Jordan Lions Pool, and the cost to swim and a sweet treat are covered for all in attendance. Pick up a lawn sign and talk about the state of Public Education. Questions? Email HERE. Do not forget the sunscreen and a towel!
Unit 3 (English as a Second Language Instructors @ Brock) has reached a tentative deal with the employer for a renewal collective agreement. The Unit 3 collective agreement expired on July 6.
Unit 3 members will have a chance to see the new contract and vote on it after two Ratification Meetings are held on July 20.
The Brock Board of Trustees is working on scheduling a Ratification Meeting as well.
Details will be released broadly after ratification.
Local 2276 is running a pet adopt-a-thon in HH Knoll Park in Port Colborne. Come out on August 23rd between 10:00am to 4:00pm to enjoy the pets, games, raffles, BBQ and special guests. Proceeds and donations go to the Niagara Dog Rescue, which helps to heal and rehome dogs in our community. Come on out for a great time, a great cause and spend some time with lovely dogs.
Nothing celebrates summer like a game of baseball.
Members in Good Standing can receive one FREE ticket to the August 15 game in Welland, where the Jackfish take on the Panthers at 6:05pm.
Reserve a ticket now by emailing the union here or come by our office in GLN A123. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
We look forward to cheering on the Welland Jackfish!
The members of CUPE 2722, who work at OXFAM Canada, are currently engaged in collective bargaining with their employer. Despite their commitment to OXFAM’s mission of fighting inequality, patriarchy, poverty and injustice, the employer has refused to make meaningful movement on several key issues. The members now face a strike deadline and are seeking solidarity and support in their efforts to secure a fair collective agreement.
We can help! Could you please take a moment to send a letter to the OXFAM Canada Board of Directors urging them to negotiate a fair settlement?: https://cupe.ca/oxfam
Thank you for your solidarity and support.
We wanted to take some of our international members out to experience what Niagara has to offer that is a little off the beaten path. CUPE 4207 has some space to head out to Devries farms to pick local strawberries. Afterwards, we can help you make jam or help you eat these wonderful treats. Register HERE to reserve your spot. June 18th from 1pm to 3pm, just bring yourself, sunscreen and a friend.
Wishing everyone a safe, happy and wonderful month of Pride. “Here, there, everywhere: Pride is both a party and a protest. We are proud to defend the rights, safety, and dignity of queer and trans workers every single day.” CUPEON reaffirmed their commitment at the convention to protect those harassed by participating openly at the convention, committing the full force of CUPE ON to protect members. Many Pride events are happening in the Niagara Region. Get out and celebrate!
