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Expressions of interest: MEPP Commission

Are you interested in serving as the CUPE appointed representative on the Municipal Employees’ Pension (MEPP) Commission?

This role involves leadership and participation in decision-making process that influences our pension plan, to ensure the plan serves the best interest of all members.

CUPE members in good standing of Local Unions enrolled in the Municipal Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) are eligible to apply. please refer to the attached list of CUPE Locals enrolled in MEPP.

Submit your expression of interest by no later than noon on March 31, 2026, directly to: president@cupesask.ca

How to Apply

In your email submitting your expression of interest to serve as the CUPE members’ representative on the MEPP Commission, please include:

  • Full Name
  • CUPE local number
  • Preferred email
  • A written submission detailing how your skills and competencies align with the expectations of the role.
  • Please also clearly indicate if you are prepared to serve an 8-year commitment

Conditions of Appointment

The effectiveness of the Municipal Employees’ Pension Commission (the Commission) depends not only on its members’ technical expertise but also on their personal qualities. As custodians of retirement security, Commission members must strike a balance between financial knowledge and sound judgment, teamwork, and adaptability. By selecting nominees with both the hard skills to manage complex pension funds and the soft skills that foster trust, inclusion, and informed decision making, we can ensure the board is well-prepared to meet current challenges and future demands.

Assets that are especially important at this time:

  • Actuarial experience or understanding of principles like financial analytics.
  • Leadership skills that help others collaborate and reach consensus through diplomacy.
  • Experience with technology and cybersecurity.
  • A member capable of representing the perspectives of both younger and rural members.

The successful candidate must commit to:

  • A term commitment of up to 8 years.
  • The Commission typically meets nine times a year in Regina.
  • Members receive compensation for meeting preparation and attendance.
  • Travel and accommodation expenses are covered for meetings and education events.
  • Participate in a fully funded educational program.

Expect to dedicate 15 to 20 days away from work annually to attend to MEPP Commission duties. Please refer to the attached documents for further information.

MEPP External Success Profile-with the why
4.1.2 a MEPP Appointment Information
4.1.2 b. 1.3 MEPP Commission Member Search Flyer

In solidarity,

KENT PETERSON

President, CUPE Saskatchewan

CUPE Educational

You’re invited to apply to attend a FREE skills workshop called “Communicating & Canvassing”:

Thursday, October 5, 20239:00 AM to 4:00 PMSaskatoon – Location to be announced.

Apply to attend by clicking here.

There’s no registration fee to attend. For members of CUPE Saskatchewan, your union leave from work and related expenses will be covered.

Spaces are limited, so apply before September 1, 2023. 

You will be notified after the deadline if your application has been accepted.

Don’t delay, apply right now. These skills will help all of us talk about important issues, build stronger locals, and keep politicians accountable.

CUPE Educational!

You are invited to apply to attend a FREE skills workshop called “Communicating & Canvassing”:

  • April 13, 2023
  • 9:00AM to 4:00PM
  • 1122 Saskatchewan Drive, Regina

Apply to attend by clicking here: https://www.publicservicevoter.ca/workshop_01

Spaces are limited, so apply by the March 24th deadline. Members will be notified after the deadline if their application has been accepted.There’s no registration fee to attend. If your application is accepted, CUPE Saskatchewan will cover union leave and travel expenses to attend.Don’t delay, apply right now. These skills will help all of us talk about important issues, build stronger locals, and keep politicians accountable.

 

In solidarity,

Kent PetersonSecretary-TreasurerCUPE SaskatchewanPS: Workshop #1: Communicating & Canvassing will teach folks how to talk about worker issues, communicate with the public, and how to canvass door-to-door. This is part of a series of four workshops through the Public Service Voter campaign. Upon successful completion of Workshop #1, participants will receive a limited edition Public Service Voter shirt.

Webinar Understanding CSA Z96-22 High Visibility

Join us on Wednesday, February 15, to learn about the latest updates to the CSA Z96-22 High Visibility Safety Apparel Standard, the best practices and how to apply them in your work place.

Register Today

Here’s what we will cover:

  • The key elements of the 2022 edition of CSA Z96
  • New trends in high visibility apparel.
  • The importance of women specific PPE.
  • How employers can mitigate risks and safeguard their workers safety.
  • Live Exclusive Q&A after presentation.

About the speaker:

Indu Sunder is the Senior Product and Quality Assurance Manager at SureWerx. With over ten years of experience designing and developing safety products, she has extensive knowledge of ensuring products comply with applicable national and international safety standards. She also sits on the technical committee for the CSA Z96 and the ANSI/ISEA 107 standards.

Logistics:

This webinar will be on Wednesday, February 15, at 1pm EST.

Can’t make the webinar live? Register today and we’ll send you the recording after the presentation.

Save my spot

WHAT:  OUR TIME TOGETHER: A national space for Black, Indigenous and racialized CUPE members and allies to co-create nationally and stay connected.

WHO:  If you’re a CUPE member who identifies as a Black, Indigenous and/or racialized person or an ally, you’re invited to a national space where we can work together to put CUPE’s Anti-Racism Strategy into action.

The hosts of this event are Debra Merrier, CUPE National Diversity Vice-President representing Indigenous workers and Aubrey Gonsalves, CUPE National Diversity Vice-President, representing Black and racialized workers.

WHEN:  Saturday, November 19, 2022, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. CST

WHERE:  VIRTUAL – VIA VIDEO CONFERENCE

To register for the event on November 19, 2022, Click here.

 *REGISTRATION CLOSES NOVEMBER 15.

 Event Overview and Background 

OUR TIME TOGETHER: A national space for Black, Indigenous and racialized CUPE members and allies 

Purpose: Black, Indigenous and racialized CUPE members and allies will share, make connections, and brainstorm actions to build an anti-racist labour movement. We’ll be guided by CUPE’s diversity vice-presidents, as well as our union’s Anti-Racism Strategy and commitment to Truth and Reconciliation. When members with lived experience and allies connect, change can happen. Participants will leave knowing their national union continues to be committed to creating an anti-racist union.

Background: This is the second national meeting to bring CUPE’s Anti-Racism Strategy to life. In Goal #2 – Representation, the strategy calls for CUPE to create organizing spaces for Black, Indigenous and racialized members, and we’re doing that. This time, allies are invited as this work can’t be done alone. So, whether you’re a grassroots member or sit on your local’s executive, please join us! It’s your opportunity to make connections, ask questions and give feedback on how to increase representation and how your diversity vice-presidents can best represent you.

If you have any questions, please contact the Human Rights Branch at antiracism@cupe.ca

In solidarity,

CUPE Sask.

Webinars on Mental health and Workplace Strategies

Good morning,

Here’s a opportunity for a free webinar regarding Mental Health in the workplace. The information is below. Feel free to share with your members.

We would like to share some free Canada Life Wellness Events provided by Workplace Strategies for Mental Health that will be occurring this fall that may be of interest to you.

1. Workplace Strategies for Mental Health Public Webinar

We are hosting another public webinar on October 5, 2022, at 1PM ET.  It’s titled “The emotional cost of caregiving: strategies for caregivers and leaders who support them”.

Please feel free to promote this within your organization and share with friends and family as you see fit.

The English and French invitation are attached. / The event link in English and French are below:

https://www.workplacestrategiesformentalhealth.com/resources/OHC-the-emotional-cost-of-caregiving

https://www.strategiesdesantementale.com/ressources/OHC-le-cout-emotionnel-de-la-presentation-de-soins

Participants will have the opportunity to submit questions in advance using Slido.

A recording of the live event will later be available on the Workplace Strategies for Mental Health YouTube channel, in English and French.

2. Workplace Strategies for Mental Health – Free Workshop: The Antidote to Burnout

We are happy to offer this free virtual workshop on November 3, 2022, from 10:00AM to 3:30PM ET. Participants can explore stressors, supports, and coping strategies to re-energize, help prevent and address burnout.

The session will be facilitated by Mary Ann Baynton, Director of Collaboration & Strategy for Workplace Strategies for Mental Health and is free to attend virtually.  The workshop is offered in English only, but resources will also be available in French.