UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
Dear members,
Please see below for new open CUPE Education workshops for the months of April to August 2026, which are not yet visible on cupe.ca in order to provide BC members a two-week advance notice for first chance at registration:
- Duty of Fair Representation (OLS) & Introduction to Allyship (OLS)
Apr 9, 2026 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Pacific
ONLINE WORKSHOP – Register here - Introduction to Stewarding – Part 1 & 2 (OLS)
Apr 16, 2026 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Pacific
ONLINE WORKSHOP – Register here
- SLS – Grievance Handling (OLS) & SLS – Growing our Mobilizing Power
April 16, 2026 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Pacific
ONLINE WORKSHOP – Register here - Introduction to Stewarding
May 6, 2026 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Pacific
In-person workshop at the CUPE BC Regional Office, 6222 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
Register here - SLS – What Stewards need to know about Pensions (OLS) & Conflict Skills for Union Activists (OLS)
May 7, 2026 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Pacific
ONLINE WORKSHOP – Register here - Introduction to Stewarding
May 12, 2026 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Pacific
In-person workshop at the CUPE National Fraser Valley Area Office, 201 – 32615 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford
Register here - Anti-Harassment and Bystander Training (OLS) & Challenging Racism (OLS)
Jun 16, 2026 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Pacific
ONLINE WORKSHOP – Register here - SLS – Grievance handling (OLS) & Duty of Fair Representation (OLS)
Jun 25, 2026 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Pacific
ONLINE WORKSHOP – Register here - Introduction to Stewarding – Part 1 & 2 (OLS)
Jul 8, 2026 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Pacific
ONLINE WORKSHOP – Register here - SLS – Grievance Handling (OLS) & SLS – Notetaking (OLS)
Jul 22, 2026 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Pacific
ONLINE WORKSHOP – Register here - Introduction to Stewarding – Part 1 & 2 (OLS)
Aug 12, 2026 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Pacific
ONLINE WORKSHOP – Register here - SLS – Grievance handling (OLS) & Duty of Fair Representation (OLS)
Aug 19, 2026 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Pacific
ONLINE WORKSHOP – Register here
Should you have any questions regarding this update, please email info@cupe.bc.ca for additional information.
CUPE BC Executive Board
CUPE British Columbia
P: 604.291.9119
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UPDATE FROM CUPEBC
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CUPE BC UPDATES
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Hello, Local government elections are coming to British Columbia in October 2026. As part of our readiness plans, CUPE BC is partnering with the CLC to deliver one-day interactive workshops in communities around the province. The course, titled Building Worker Power Through Local Government, is a great introduction for members on the importance of local governments and how we, as workers, can have an impact on the upcoming elections. This course won’t be interesting to members who have already received extensive political action training at CUPE. |
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Any members that your Local would like to have registered can use this form to submit an application to attend. CUPE BC and CUPE have set aside funds to cover the costs of several members to attend these trainings, but funds are limited. We will only be able to cover training expenses for a small number of members for each training session. Completing the above form does not guarantee that your member will be registered by CUPE BC. You will receive confirmation from Neal Adolph, Political Action Coordinator for CUPE, once the member has been registered for the training. |
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For those registered by CUPE BC, all costs, including book off, travel, accommodation (if necessary) and per diems will be covered as per CUPE BC’s Expense Policy. If there is more interest in attending the course than there is CUPE BC funding available, Locals can register members through the CLC and directly cover their costs. Please contact Neal Adolph at nadolph@cupe.ca for CLC registration links.
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Building Worker Power Through Local Government is a one-day interactive workshop for union members who want to understand—and influence—local elections in BC this fall. Participants will learn how municipalities and school districts work and why it’s crucial to elect worker-focused candidates. Through hands-on activities and group discussion, workers will connect everyday experiences with issues like local budgets, public services, and privatization. Participants will leave with practical tools for engagement and a clearer sense of how to turn worker power into political power that shapes municipal and school district elections in the years to come. |
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Training will be taking place on the following dates in communities around the province:
CUPE BC is also working with the Region on developing a series of virtual Presidents’ Information Sessions, to take place in evenings this spring, with the aim of helping presidents and political activists in our union prepare for the coming elections. More information on this will be coming soon. |
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If you have any questions about any of the above programming, or if your Local needs any specific support to help you prepare for the upcoming local government elections, please do not hesitate to reach out to me through your National Rep. |
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In solidarity,
Neal Adolph | Political Action Coordinator (he/him) Political Action Coordinator Strong Communities Working Group Canadian Union of Public Employees |
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Headquartered on the unceded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), Tsleil-Waututh and Qayqayt First Nations. CUPE BC acknowledges that the province of British Columbia is located on the homelands of 203 distinct Indigenous nations and cultures; with more than 30 different languages and close to 60 unique dialects spoken in the province. We ask all CUPE members to reflect, acknowledge and honour in their own way the First Nation land on which they live, work and play. |
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CUPE 118 REGULAR MEETING
CUPE 118
REGULAR MEETING
March 18,2026
5:15 PM
NEW LOCATION
Black Sheep Rugby Club
3460 Argyle St
Agenda
Regular Business
Elections For Vacant Positions
Pizza & Drinks
Update from CUPEBC
CUPE BC UPDATES
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Good morning,
Please read on for general CUPE BC announcements and to learn more about upcoming events, learning resources, and community engagement opportunities. If this email was forwarded to you and you wish to be added to our mailing list, please sign up here: CUPE BC Updates. |
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CUPE BC Super Con | Jun 9-11 Save the date for the CUPE BC Super Convention happening June 9th to 11th at the Nanaimo Convention Centre, including an evening reception on opening night and an informal social to close off proceedings.
Day of Mourning | Apr 28 The National Day of Mourning is held annually on April 28 and commemorates workers killed and injured on the job. As a reminder, CUPE has resources available to locals that can be ordered to mark this and other days, many of which are free. You can find those and other resources here: Order from CUPE | Canadian Union of Public Employees.
CoDev | International Solidarity Conference | Feb 28 CoDevelopment Canada warmly invites you to join us for the 7th International Solidarity Conference, a gathering of union leaders, IS and Education committees, and members, who believe that international solidarity can be a path for social transformation. See event poster here.
Date & Time: Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 9:00 am – 4:30 pm (registration opens at 8:30 am) Location: BCGEU Lower Mainland Area Office at 2920 Virtual Way, Vancouver Fee: $60/person (lunch and refreshments included) Registration: Click here to register prior to the February 26 cutoff
For Youth Initiative | Black History Month Required Reading To celebrate Black History Month, a reading list of diverse and essential Black Canadian texts has been curated by For Youth Initiative, with former CUPE BC Convention keynote speaker Desmond Cole also featured.
CLC | Environmental Racism Campaign Canada’s first ever National Strategy on Environmental Racism and Environmental justice is currently being developed to be tabled this year. Add your message here to the Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Nature, taking a stand this Black History Month to correct longstanding harms against Black, Indigenous and racialized communities. Read more historical context here from the 2023 Canadian Human Rights Commission report on environmental racism in Canada.
Metro Vancouver Alliance | Civic Academy Series | Feb 25 & Mar 14 Registration is now open for a free 2-part in person workshop by Metro Vancouver Alliance, discussing housing precarity, environmental justice, and the policies that shape them.
Housing Civic Academy – Date & Time: Feb 25, 2026 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm (Pacific) Location: BCGEO Lower Mainland Area Office at 2920 Virtual Way, Vancouver
Climate Civic Academy – Date & Time: Mar 12, 2026 | 9:00am – 12:00pm (Pacific) Location: Maritime Labour Centre at 1880 Triumph St, Vancouver Registration: Click here
VDLC | IWD Dinner | Mar 8 Tickets are still available for the Vancouver & District Labour Council International Women’s Day Dinner on the theme of Women Organizing Communities, including panelists Diana Perez of UFCW Local 1518, Shirley Ram of the BCGEU, Monivoi Vataiki from USW District 3 and Reyna Villasin, Labour & Community Organizer. Proceeds from the dinner & draw will go to funding scholarships and future educational events for women in the labour movement.
Date & Time: Saturday, Mar 8, 2026 | 5:00pm (Pacific) Location: Fraserview Banquet Hall at 8240 Fraser St, Vancouver Fees: $100/person Registration: Click here to register by the March 6th deadline. Tables: Call 604-254-0703 or email office@vdlc.ca
FNHA | Dadzi Wellness Centre The First Nations Health Authority has announced the new modern First Nations Primary Care Centre opening soon to serve First Nations communities in and around Fort St. James in northern BC. It has been renovated from a former educational facility into a health care space that is deeply rooted in Dakelh culture and traditions. Footage of the centre’s Operations Director Donald Prince discussing what makes DWC different is available here, here and here.
Moose Hide Campaign Day | May 14 Registration is open for Moose Hide Campaign Day, when communities come together to create safety and end gender-based violence.
Federal Gov | Retirement Hub The Canadian government has designed the Retirement Hub, a digital resource to make retirement planning easier for Canadians, with recent updates including fraud prevention tips, GIS information and more. Access here.
VDLC Education | Feb-Jun 2026 The roster of high-quality, affordable labour workshops offered by the Vancouver & District Labour Council covers a wide variety of subjects, including collective bargaining, benefits, the Labour Code, WCB and much more. See full list here.
Inclusion BC | Navigating Barriers Virtual Series | Mar 25 The next instalment of Inclusion BC’s Navigating Barriers to Inclusion virtual series takes place next month on the theme of disability services for adults.
Date & Time: Mar 25, 2026 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm (Pacific) Registration: Click here
CIRA | Net Good Grant 2026 | Mar 18 Applications are now open for this year’s Canadian Internet Registration Authority Net Good Grants, begun to support communities, projects and policies that make Canada’s internet better for everyone. Non-profits, registered charities, academics and Indigenous communities are eligible to apply. See more requirements here, with applications here until March 18, 2026.
Date & Time: Feb 12, 2026 | 12:30pm – 2:00pm (Eastern) Format: Virtual Fee: $295, eligible for 1.5 CPD hours Registration: Click here |
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Should you have any questions regarding this update, please email info@cupe.bc.ca for additional information.
In solidarity,
CUPE BC Executive Board CUPE British Columbia P: 604.291.9119 |
CUPE BC UPDATES
CUPE BC UPDATES
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS & RESOURCES
Dear members,
Please read on for general CUPE BC announcements and to learn more about upcoming events, learning resources, and community engagement opportunities. If this email was forwarded to you and you wish to be added to our mailing list, please send an email request to info@cupe.bc.ca.
VDLC | Spring Workshops | Feb-Jun 2026
New spring courses are available through Vancouver & District Labour Council Education, committed to offering high-quality and affordable instruction to members and affiliates. Course offerings include Collective Bargaining, History and TRC, WCB and more. See full brochure here.
BCFS | Tuition Hike Protest Rally | Jan 31
Next Saturday, the British Columbia Federation of Students is holding a rally to defend affordable, accessible public education at the central branch of the Vancouver Public Library. All are invited to participate and to share event details widely.
Date & Time: January 31, 2026 | 11:30am – 1:30pm (Pacific)
Location: VPL Courtyard at 350 West Georgia St, Vancouver
CoDev | International Solidarity Conference | Feb 28
CoDevelopment Canada warmly invites you to join us for the 7th International Solidarity Conference, a gathering of union leaders, IS and Education committees, and members, who believe that international solidarity can be a path for social transformation. See event poster here.
Date & Time: Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 9:00 am – 4:30 pm (registration opens at 8:30 am)
Location: BCGEU Lower Mainland Area Office at 2920 Virtual Way, Vancouver
Fee: $60/person (lunch and refreshments included)
Registration: Click here to register prior to the February 26 cutoff
Red Ribbon Skirt Project | Feb 14
The Red Ribbon Skirt Project aims to bring women together in healing and ceremony as they create and sew Red Ribbon Skirts to gift to the families of MMIWG2S victims, ongoing in the Vancouver area until Feb 14th. Click here for more information.
BCOHRC | Systemic Discrimination Webinar | Jan 26
All are invited to join Systemic discrimination: What we can do, a free 90-minute educational session hosted by BC’s Office of the Human Rights Commissioner. See comprehensive video learning module here, with PDF resources available to download.
Date & Time: Jan 26, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:00pm (Pacific)
Registration: Click here for Zoom registration or contact engagement@bchumanrights.ca
BC Gov | 7-Day Access Central Support Lines
Expansions have been undertaken to provincial addictions support with all-week Access Central phone lines now active in Fraser Health, Interior Health and Island Health regions.
Fraser Health: 1-833-866-6478 from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Interior Health 1-866-777-1103 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Island Health: 1-888-885-8824 from 9 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Vancouver Coastal Health: 1-866-658-1221 from 9 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.
BCLHC | All About Ginger Goodwin
Legendary organizer Albert “Ginger” Goodwin, fatally shot by a constable during a strike for Trail smelter workers’ 8-hour day, and whose funeral precipitated the first general strike in Canada, has lived on in labour history and continued to inspire activists for more than a hundred years to date. Read more about Ginger here in the BC Labour Heritage Centre special collection, including family interview footage and labour heritage moment short documentary.
DMC | History of Solidarity in 1980s BC
The economic downturn of the current historical moment has several precedents, including conditions in our province in the 1980s. Read here about the Solidarity Protest, its causes and effects from the Community Stories multimedia collection of Digital Museums Canada.
CUPE Sponsored Curling Event
CUPE 118 Curling Night
Come join your fellow members and enjoy an evening of curling.
Join us at 3250 9th Ave (North side of building) at 6:30pm on February 27th. Curling starts around 7pm and don’t forget to bring a clean pair of shoes for the ice.
Evening guided by the Alberni Valley Curling Club.
Open to all CUPE 118 members and their partners.
Snacks provided.
Refreshments available from the Alberni Valley Curling Club.
Register by February 20th to fozzy118@gmail.com.
Regular Monthly Meeting – Elections
CUPE 118
Regular Meeting
ELECTIONS
Wednesday February 18, 2026
5:15 PM
4904 Montrose St.
AGENDA
Elections
Regular Business
Pizza & Drinks
CUPE 118 JANUARY MEETING
CUPE 118
Regular Meeting
Wednesday January 21, 2026
5:15 PM
4904 Montrose St.