Saskatchewan’s largest union backs Carla Beck for Premier
Today, local leaders from across Saskatchewan showed enthusiastic support for Carla Beck as she addressed CUPE Saskatchewan’s All-President’s meeting. This follows her endorsement at CUPE Saskatchewan’s recent annual convention, where Saskatchewan’s largest union proudly supported Carla Beck for Premier.
“Carla Beck’s plan for more jobs, better paycheques, and better public services will improve the lives of Saskatchewan workers,” said Kent Peterson, President of CUPE Saskatchewan. “She has committed to fixing the healthcare crisis, properly funding schools, and treating workers with the respect they deserve.”
CUPE 1975 Unveils New Logo and Member Engagement Strategy
CUPE 1975, University of Saskatchewan Employees’ Union has launched a new logo and rebranding initiative aimed at strengthening connections with members and increasing engagement across the local.
“Our updated look is part of a broader strategy focused on reaching every member through expanded communication, outreach, and opportunities for involvement,” said Alan Bohle, President of CUPE 1975. “The initiative reflects our local’s commitment to building a strong, connected, and active union membership.”
Failed mediation raises concerns for Saskatoon’s public water services, says CUPE 47
According to CUPE 47, recent mediation with the City of Saskatoon failed to bring the parties closer to a fair collective agreement, raising serious concerns about the city’s approach to bargaining and the future stability of Saskatoon’s public water services.
CUPE 8443 education support workers send strong message with overwhelming strike mandate
Education support workers with the Saskatoon Public Schools have delivered a strong strike mandate, with nearly 94% voting in favour of strike action.
CUPE 8443 represents close to 1,500 education support workers in over 50 different roles across Saskatoon’s public schools. These workers keep schools running day to day, support students and classrooms, and maintain safe learning environments.
“This mandate shows how serious we are about the outstanding issues in bargaining,” said Dene Nicholson, CUPE 8443 president. “We’re dealing with rising costs while our wages continue to fall behind. We are standing together because we want a fair deal that reflects the work we do.”
Low pay, reduced hours, unsafe schools: Education support workers demand better
Education support workers from CUPE locals across Saskatchewan rallied today outside the office of the Minister of Education, calling on the provincial government to address low wages, unsafe working conditions, and the lack of respect for the critical role they play in Saskatchewan schools.
The rally took place during the CUPE Saskatchewan Education Workers’ Steering Committee (EWSC) Annual Conference in Swift Current, which brought together education support workers from across the province.