President’s Blog: Looking Back on 2021 to Better Organize in 2022
2021 has been a challenging year. In January 2021, we were awaiting COVID-19 vaccines and in December 2021, we are seeing the emergence of the Omicron variant. We have all…
Polling Confirms Support for Delivering Community Power Initiatives
For many months, nine dedicated coordinators located across the country have worked tirelessly to promote and advocate for Delivering Community Power – our plan to fight climate change and deliver…
Winter Solstice
The winter solstice will take place on Tuesday, December 21 this year, and it is a perfect time to stop and take stock of the connection we share with each…
RETRACTION of Bulletin 326: High Risk Leave to End in Late January
Retraction: Canada Post Corporation advised CUPW today (December 15, 2021) that it has revised its plans after discussions with CUPW, and will not end high-risk leave on January 22, 2022…
Vaccine Practice Hearings on the Merit
Since the arbitrator did not issue a cease-and-desist order (similar to an injunction) as per our application regarding Canada Post Corporation’s vaccination practice, the next step is for an arbitrator…
Dues Keep Pace With Pay Increase
The CUPW National Constitution sets the basic dues rate for Urban Operations workers at 300% of the maximum hourly rate for the lowest classification within the bargaining unit. RSMC dues…