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The CUPE Manitoba Aboriginal Council was proud to be invited to speak at the Idle No More #J28 demonstration and round dance at the Manitoba Legislature on January 28, 2013.
CUPE MB Aboriginal Council co-chair Sister Shirley Langan gave a strong message that movements must join together in Common Causes to fight back against the Harper Government's politics of division.
Seven pre-budget consultations will be held across Manitoba with Minister of Finance Stan Struthers. These meetings are meant to provide Manitobans an opportunity to propose priorities, thoughts, and suggestions as the Government builds its 2013 provincial budget.
CUPE members are strongly encouraged to attend these consultations, as provincial funding affects health care, education, social services, municipalities, jobs & employment, and more!
For information on Jordan's Principle, please click here to visit the website. CUPE Manitoba is committed to heightening awareness about this important issue and we encourage members to review and sign the Joint Declaration in Support of Jordan's Principle.
Local 500 is launching a new 30-second TV ad that highlights the risks of putting Winnipeg's public services in the hands of for-profit corporations.
"At a time when private delivery of many of the city's services is being considered by the Mayor and some members of Council, it's important to remind the public of what we have lost, and let them know we are at risk of losing even more," said Mike Davidson, President of CUPE Local 500.
Get involved with your local, gain new skills, learn how to fight for workplace rights!
Whether you are an experienced Shop Steward or just getting involved, talk to your local executive about attending the 2013 CUPE Winter School: January 24-27, 2013
Click here for more details on courses, workshops, registration & more!