CUPE Saskatchewan’s Provincial Executive Board, representing 31,000 workers in Saskatchewan, has officially endorsed Rob Ashton to lead Canada’s New Democratic Party (NDP).
“Rob Ashton is one of us – a worker – and he has fought for good jobs, safe workplaces, and strong public services his entire life,” said CUPE Saskatchewan President Kent Peterson.
Rob Ashton has been a dockworker and a union member for over 30 years. Today, he is the National President of International Longshore Workers Union (ILWU) Canada. He is also a dad, stepdad, and grandfather.
Throughout his campaign, Rob has been running on a message and platform that is connecting with CUPE members and all working people:
“Let’s face facts, over several elections the federal NDP has not resonated with regular working folks – especially where we live here in Saskatchewan,” said Peterson, “Rob Ashton is bringing workers back to the NDP. Rob is inviting people in, growing the tent, and building the federal NDP so it can actually win elections,” he added.
To participate in the vote, you must be a member in good standing by Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Visit this website to get a membership: https://act.ndp.ca/donate/membership-en_LDR26_ASHTONR
Further information on how to vote, including voting methods and the voting period will be made available to members. The next Leader of Canada’s NDP will be announced on Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
CUPE Saskatchewan represents over 31,000 members working in: healthcare, education, universities, libraries, municipalities, community-based organizations, childcare, and various boards and agencies. CUPE is the largest union in Saskatchewan, and Canada.