First CUPE Saskatchewan Women’s Conference builds skills, solidarity, and connections
The first CUPE Saskatchewan Women’s Conference wrapped up today in Regina, bringing women from across the union together for a day and a half of speakers, workshops, and activities.
Province-wide town hall tour highlights impact of child care cuts
CUPE Saskatchewan and Child Care Now Saskatchewan recently wrapped up a province-wide town hall tour, joined by Shadow Minister of Early Learning and Child Care Joan Pratchler. The tour brought attention to cuts to Saskatchewan’s early learning and child care system and provided an opportunity to hear directly from parents, workers, providers, and community members affected by them.Â
University of Regina academic assistants ratify new collective agreement

CUPE 2419, which represents academic assistants at the University of Regina, have ratified a new collective agreement with the university. The agreement includes wage increases of 4% in 2026, 3% in 2027, 3% in 2028, and 2% in 2029.
The agreement also includes a Letter of Understanding addressing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and technological change, recognizing the importance of addressing emerging technologies in the workplace. The bargaining committee also secured several positive improvements to collective agreement language without making concessions.
CUPE Saskatchewan celebrates library month in Prince Albert

October is Canadian Library Month, and CUPE Saskatchewan is celebrating the important role of libraries and library workers in communities across Saskatchewan.
CUPE Saskatchewan President Kent Peterson toured the Prince Albert Public Library to connect with members of CUPE 1788. Members identified the need for adequate and reliable operating funding to ensure good wages and working conditions for employees. Concerns about workplace safety heading into the winter months were also shared.
Child care advocates wrap up province-wide town hall tour in Prince Albert

Following weeks of conversations with families, educators, providers, and community members, CUPE Saskatchewan and Child Care Now are bringing their province-wide child care town hall series to Prince Albert tonight.Â

















































