Canadian Union of Public Employees - 50th Annual National Convention Our videographers asked convention delegates to reflect on what CUPE means to them, and what their hopes and ambitions are for the years ahead. The answers are an inspiration to us all.  Click on the link below and have a listen! http://youtu.be/v9yIIpoaYMk     Read more [...]

The Enough is Enough campaign is in collaboration with the Assembly of First Nations and the Safe Drinking Water Foundation  A January 2012 report by Health Canada says 161 water systems in 116 First Nations were under some form of drinking water advisory. This is equal to nearly one in five (18 per cent) of all First Nations. It is unacceptable that any Indigenous people in Canada – First Nations, Métis and Inuit - should be subjected to conditions where there is no access to safe drinking Read more [...]

CUPE Local 105 is now ready to take orders for logo apparel! If you would like to place an order for t-shirts, fleece vest/jackets, soft shell vest/jackets, hats etc, please contact Michelle Montemurro at mmontemurro@members.cupe.ca. Cost of apparel is to be paid by the member. Logo use is restricted and must be authorized by either the Secretary-Treasurer or Recording Secretary. Order forms will also be circulated in each department. Read more [...]

Why Shift to Local First Every month, you spend a lot of money – on your home, your family, your car, food, clothes… the list just goes on. So when you think about it, that’s a lot of power you hold in your hands. By shifting 10% of your spending to local businesses and producers, the Ten Percent Shift is really just about using some of that power to make your community stronger and an even better place to live. And provide you with great products and services along the way. Simple Read more [...]