From all of us on the 2081 executive team: THANK YOU to everyone for turning out in style. From set up to tear down, it was a night to remember.
United Way British Columbia Workplace Campaign
The annual United Way British Columbia workplace campaign is coming to a close.
As always, unionized workers are the largest contributors to the campaign. United Way British Columbia has a strong and long-standing partnership with organized labour, sharing a common vision of an inclusive community with a wide range of social and public services that are accessible for everyone.
More than ever before, BC communities need help addressing critical social issues. United Way British Columbia’s areas of focus include Urgent Response, Children & Youth, Seniors, Poverty, Mental Health, and Food Security.
If you are able, we encourage you to participate in the campaign through payroll donations. You can make a one-time gift or choose to give a recurring amount that comes off your paycheque automatically. You can also choose specific priorities for your donation. Every gift made to United Way helps people right here in our community.
How to sign up or change your online Payroll giving
Payroll giving is continuous each payday. Login anytime to modify or cancel your donation. If you are a term or temporary employee, deductions occur only when you are working with the college.
- Create a United Way account
- Choose amount to give each payday (or one-time donation)
- Choose specific priorities for your donation (optional)
Login to your United Way account anytime to modify/cancel your deductions.
One-time or monthly donation
You can make a one-time or monthly contribution with your credit card through the United Way website at: uwgv.ca/donate
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – September 30th
This weekend CUPE 2081 honours the lost children, Survivors and intergenerational Survivors of the Canadian Indian residential school system. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is inspired by the story of Survivor Phyllis Jack Webstad, and people across Canada have officially commemorated September 30th as Orange Shirt Day since 2013.
Public commemoration of this tragic and painful history and the ongoing impacts of residential schools are a vital component of the reconciliation process, and we trust that all members of our community will be engaging in a day of reflection to honour the children who survived and remember those who did not.
One of the ways CUPE locals can support reconciliation is by bargaining language supporting Indigenous workers into collective agreements, and CUPE 2081 is proud to have negotiated the addition of Sep 30th within Article 19.01 of your new CA.
On September 30th, and every day, let’s join together to commemorate, to honour, to demand justice, and to take action to end systemic racism and the ongoing harms of colonialism.
National Indigenous Peoples Day – June 21
June 21st marks the annual recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day. This date was chosen because of its alignment with the summer solstice, which is a significant day to many Indigenous Peoples and their communities who have celebrated on this day for generations.
More recently, June 21st evokes complex emotions and challenges as Indigenous communities across the country mourn the ongoing recovery of thousands of Indigenous children buried on residential school grounds.
As a community and a workplace we must support the rights of Indigenous peoples to their unceded territories, as well as to preserve and protect their cultures and languages. CUPE 2081 stands in solidarity with Indigenous nations, communities and organizations and is committed to continuing to work towards reconciliation, and to respect our ongoing treaty relationships.
National Day of Mourning – April 28
Marked annually in Canada on April 28, the National Day of Mourning is dedicated to remembering those who have lost their lives, suffered injury or illness on the job, or experienced a work-related tragedy.
Every year in Canada, around 1,000 workers lose their lives on the job. The National Day of Mourning is not only a day to remember and honour those lives lost or injured due to a workplace tragedy, but also a day to collectively renew our commitment to improve health and safety in the workplace and prevent further injuries, illnesses and deaths. CUPE will continue to fight for better legislation, education, and the proper resources to do our work safely.
Take time today at 11am to collectively pause, reflect, & remember.
International Women’s Day – March 8
Today marks International Women’s Day. Celebrated each year on March 8, IWD is a day to celebrate the past, present and future achievements of women. While the UN first recognized International Women’s Day in 1975, it has been celebrated for more than a century, and its origins overlap with unions and the struggle for social justice and economic equality.
Take time today to reflect on the progress made towards achieving gender equality, and to celebrate the acts of courage and determination of those who have played a role in advancing it in their communities. Gender stereotypes still exist today, especially in the workplace. CUPE 2081 stands alongside all those who choose to challenge sexism and discrimination both on the job and in greater society.
The International Women’s Day 2023 campaign theme is #EmbraceEquity. We urge everyone to challenge gender stereotypes, call out discrimination, and seek out inclusion. Knowing this will help us better support and uplift all women and the girls that follow.
National Indigenous Peoples Day – June 21st
You are invited to attend and celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day on the campus of Royal Roads University on Tuesday June 21st, 2022 from 10:00am to 3:00pm PST.
This event is open to the public with free admission. Every year, Royal Roads University hosts a National Indigenous Peoples Day event, featuring canoe challenges, performances, vendors, food, and more! All members and their families are welcome.
Join us March 8th at Lansdowne Campus for International Women’s Day!
Join us at Lansdowne Campus Tuesday, March 8 to celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD). Events are free and everyone is welcome!
· Welcome and Blessing | May Sam – Fisher Foyer | 11:00 am
· Brushing Off Ceremony | Bernadine Mawson – Na’tsa’maht | 11:15
· Reading and Vigil in recognition of IWD | Monique Gray Smith – Na’tsa’maht | 12:00 – 1:00 pm
· Student Poster Session | Fisher Foyer | 1:00-3:00 pm
· Book Displays | Lansdowne & Interurban Libraries | All March!
Can’t join us in person? Visit the library’s online resource guide to celebrate the ideas, successes, creativity, and stories of women at: https://camosun.libguides.com/internationalwomensday
Event proudly sponsored by CCFA, CUPE, & Eyēʔ Sqȃ’lewen as part of the Federation of Post-Secondary Educators of BC (FPSE) Women & Gender Equity Committee.
CUPE BC Seeking Membership Talent
On behalf of CUPE BC
Dear CUPE member,
Are you a hobby photographer? A poet or musician? Perhaps you’re a storyteller who has a way with words, a talented illustrator who does animation, or a gourmet chef with a great recipe to share. If you’re any of these things—and many more—we want to hear from you!
Next spring, CUPE BC will be publishing a special May Day edition of Public Employee magazine as a supplement to the regular issue. Produced in time to celebrate International Workers Day, this issue of our flagship publication will feature content—articles, photos, and graphic images—generated entirely by our members. We want to feature CUPE members from all sectors and all corners of the province by having you share your hidden talents while telling us your own stories of work, life, culture, and community.
Perhaps there’s another member you’d like to tell us about—or even interview: someone with a cool job most people wouldn’t think is CUPE work, a member who’s involved in international solidarity issues like migrant farm worker advocacy, or one who’s well known as an event organizer for concerts, arts festivals or Pride parades. Perhaps it’s an amateur archivist who has great stories or old photos to share about their local’s history. Or a CUPE member who has served in public office—or still does—and wants to reflect on their political action experience.
For submissions, we’re looking for written contributions of up to 250 words in length and high-resolution photographs of two megabytes (MB) or higher. Depending on the volume of contributions, not all submissions may be published. But every participant will receive CUPE swag and be entered into a prize draw.
Please send your contribution by February 1, 2022 and e-mail it to: info@cupe.bc.ca
In solidarity,
Karen Ranalletta (CUPE BC President) & Trevor Davies (CUPE BC Secretary-Treasurer)
Upcoming General Membership Meeting – October 13th
Hello CUPE 2081 Members!
Please note that we will be holding a General Membership Meeting tomorrow, Wednesday October 13th @ 5pm via Zoom. All CUPE 2081 members are invited and encouraged to join us!
Members, please check your emails for Zoom link, agenda, and minutes!
Below I have posted the submitted Executive Reports for your information:
2021.09.22 OHS Report – April Atkins
2021.10.06 – Campus Steward Report – Shirley Wendland