Eighteen (18) CUPW members, working at the Saskatoon Mail Processing Plant have tested positive for COVID-19. Several of the members are experiencing mild to moderate symptoms, while others are experiencing severe symptoms. I know I speak for all postal workers when I extend our wishes for a full and quick recovery to all these members.…
December 10 is the day we commemorate the 1948 United Nations’ Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a document that sets out the fundamental rights of all human beings, irrespective of race, colour, religion, sex, language, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status. A fifth of the way through a…
ST. JOHN’S – Cleaners in Canada Post facilities are on the front line of the COVID-19 pandemic, and like too many workers in our society, they’re disrespected and underpaid while playing a vital role in keeping our economy going and our lives bearable during this unprecedented time. CUPW is currently trying to negotiate a first…
We all deserve to feel safe at work. And if something happens, if we experience violence or harassment, there should be an easy and safe way to report our experiences. However, we know all too well that there are many barriers to reporting, and oftentimes, victims suffer in silence. This cycle needs to stop. The…
December 6 marks the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women to commemorate the anniversary of the 14 women who were killed at Montreal’s École Polytechnique on this day in 1989. It’s been 31 years since Geneviève Bergeron, Hélène Colgan, Nathalie Croteau, Barbara Daigneault, Anne-Marie Edward, Maud Haviernick, Maryse Laganière, Maryse Leclair,…
Media Release OTTAWA – The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) and app-based delivery workers have grave concerns about Ontario’s Supporting Local Restaurants Act, which aims to limit fees charged by third-party food delivery operations, like Uber Eats and DoorDash. While the Act may help small businesses, it provides little protection to couriers making the…
For many people in North America, today is the biggest shopping day of year. On Black Friday, people search for deals, while many workers do their best to accommodate demand. I will not be partaking in Black Friday shopping. Instead, I will remember that two years ago, on November 27, 2018, Prime Minister Trudeau ordered…
Last Sunday, November 22, at midnight, Canada Post announced a new policy to make face coverings mandatory for employees, contractors, visitors and customers in its facilities across the country. This requirement applies but is not limited to, plant floors, depots, retail outlets, docks and yards, and administrative sites. It also applies to Canada Post employees…
** Since this bulletin was published, CUPW has continued consultation with Canada Post around wearing masks at work. We will provide additional information in the coming days, so please stay tuned! ** As the second wave of COVID unfolds, CUPW has emerging concerns that we’re keeping a close watch on: a) we’re seeing rising numbers…
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During the last round of bargaining, CUPW and the employer agreed in principle to test flexible dynamic routing delivery models and to develop a pilot project to address the overburdening associated with the evaluation of relay boxes and “park and loop” delivery. Arbitrator MacPherson also determined that a study and an update of the percentage…
Canada Post has confirmed dates in regard to the retroactive payments for temporary employees who have reached 1000 hours worked in a fiscal year, starting January 1, 2019 (please refer to Bulletin #150 dated June 17, 2020). It is very important that you verify if you have reached 1,000 hours worked for the years 2019…
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers objects to the decision of the CLC to join with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce to support the appointment of Bill Morneau to the position of OECD Secretary-General. In our view Mr. Morneau’s actions as Finance Minister demonstrated that he is exactly the wrong type of person to head…
In order for over-age dependants to qualify for benefits, the member must provide to Great West/Canada Life a document from a post-secondary institution as proof that the dependant is attending school on a full-time basis. Due to the pandemic, full-time students may be running into restrictions with their post-secondary institution and course offerings which prevent…
The new CUPW film Justice and Dignity for All, which details the 40-year struggle of RSMCs to gain working rights and pay, premiered virtually on Sunday, October 25th. Despite COVID restrictions relegating us to a virtual premiere, the event was well attended by members across the country. The premiere included not only the screening of…
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers stands in solidarity with striking healthcare workers and against the anti-labour government of Jason Kenney and its bid to deeply slash jobs, erode working conditions, and trample union rights. In the midst of the worst pandemic in a century, health workers have tirelessly provided the care needed to the…
CUPW stands in solidarity with the Mi’kmaq lobster fishers asserting their treaty right to fish for a moderate livelihood. CUPW also condemns the hurtful and hateful actions by some non-Indigenous fishers and their allies. Indigenous people are asserting their legal and traditional rights to fish, should not be met with violence and hate. Reconciliation with…
CUPW has just launched the new chapter in our Delivering Community Power (DeCoPo) campaign. We need to hit the ground running if we are to capitalize on the unprecedented times in which we live and make our vision a reality. As a first step, CUPW needs your help. We are beginning a process to gather…
On June 11, 2020, Arbitrator MacPherson ordered that all continuous service of the RSMCs since they became employees on January 1, 2004 be recognized for the right to post-retirement benefits. IMPACT OF THE DECISION This means that RSMCs who decide to retire with 15 or more years of continuous service have the right to enroll…
CUPW is proud to share its latest documentary, Justice and Dignity for All: Stories from the Struggle for Pay Equity, and invites all members to a special premiere screening of the film on Sunday, October 25th at 4 pm ET on Zoom. This is the inspiring tale of the forty-year effort by the Rural and…
We are still meeting virtually with CPC on the issue of pay increments and the corrections. Canada Post has started paying out members who were underpaid and expect everyone to be fully compensated by the end of 2020. For the members who were overpaid, there has been an agreement between the parties that CPC will…
WE MUST REMAIN VIGILANT DURING THE SECOND WAVE I would have liked to write to you today to let you know that this pandemic is finally behind us. Unfortunately, and despite what some people may think, we are now in that dreaded second wave that has been anticipated since last summer. As our National President…
“Get Canada Working Again with Child Care” Campaign Having a hard time finding child care? Having a hard time affording the high cost? You are not alone! The majority of Canadian parents (73%) cannot find or afford high quality child care. It’s time to change that. The Federal Speech from the Throne set out a…
The challenge of our generation will be getting through the pandemic and putting a halt to the climate crisis. As we prepare for a meaningful and Just Recovery for people and for the planet, we must seize the moment to impart CUPW’s ideas for expanding services, and reducing Canada Post’s carbon footprint. The content of…
