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.

Dear CUPE Local Unions in the Education Sector

CUPE Saskatchewan Education Workers’ Steering Committee launches survey to examine cuts. 

Last spring, school divisions across the province announced cuts and layoffs due to another year of provincial under-funding. Now that the school year is underway, CUPE is conducting a public survey to look at the impacts these cuts are having on students and staff.

“Our school divisions and staff are dealing with the effects of austerity funding,” said Omar Murray, a bus driver in the Chinook School Division, and Chair of the CUPE Saskatchewan Education Workers’ Steering Committee. “We know this has an impact on students. This survey will provide a valuable snapshot of the situation in education.”

CUPE represents over 7,000 education support workers and is a strong advocate for the education system.

“CUPE members are there to support students, teachers, and administration. This survey will give us the information we need to effectively advocate for better education funding.”

I would encourage everyone that is concerned on where the education system is going to please fill out the survey and to share. 

The survey can be found at:   www.heartofourschools.ca

Thank you for participating in the survey!

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.

The Future of Child Care.

Join Lori Johb, SFL President, and Sue Delaney, from Child Care Now Saskatchewan, for a webinar on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at 7:00pm to discuss child care in Saskatchewan – and learn how the latest government decisions may impact workers.

The Webinar is open to everyone.

What: Webinar on the Future of Child Care: Understanding the Federal Funding Agreement and the Impact on Workers.
When: Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at 7:00pm CST SK Time
Where: Zoom

Register here: Zoom Registration link.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with Zoom link.
Webinar event is sponsored by CUPE Community-Based Organization (CBO) Workers of Saskatchewan.

Stand up for Public Education!!!!

Join us for a free community BBQ in Saskatoon on Saturday, July 9, 2022, from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Kinsmen Park (by Nutrien Playland) – and Stand Up for Public Education!

Invite CUPE members, your family, friends and neighbours!

Hosted by CUPE Saskatchewan and CUPE Education Workers in Saskatoon and surrounding area, and joined by the Saskatchewan NDP, the community BBQ is an opportunity to support the call for increased education funding from the provincial government and stop the cuts!

 

  • RSVP at this link: https://www.publicservicevoter.ca/bbq_july_9_2022_saskatoon
  • You can also text  9JULY2022 to +1-613-900-0450 to RSVP. (Upon text, you will receive a message and an email with event details. For questions or more information, please call the CUPE Saskatchewan office directly at 306-757-1009.)

Want to help volunteer at the BBQ?

  • Volunteers are welcome! Directly reply to this email.

Can’t make it to the BBQ?

Invite others to sign the petition too!

Let’s Stand Up for Public Education.

Rock your Roots!! Walk for Reconciliation in Saskatoon!!


On National Indigenous Peoples Day, join CUPE Saskatchewan at the Rock Your Roots Walk for Reconciliation in Saskatoon on Tuesday, June 21, 2022.

 

 

Demonstrate your support for Truth & Reconciliation and honour Residential School Survivors.

Arrive at 10:00 a.m. in the morning at Victoria Park (meet at Spadina Cres W and 17th St W). Look for the CUPE banner and flags!

At 10:30 a.m. the walk along the Saskatoon riverbank will begin, with the walk ending in Victoria Park. (Walk from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.)

Following the walk, National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations will take place in the park from Noon until 4:00 p.m. Visit the CUPE Saskatchewan table!

Wear Orange! Walkers are invited to wear their cultural regalia or an orange shirt. CUPE Saskatchewan orange t-shirts will also be available.

Click here for event information.

CUPE Local Unions are welcome to bring their banners and flags.

Join us and RSVP:

  • RSVP at this link: https://www.publicservicevoter.ca/rock_your_roots_saskatoon_june_21_2022
  • You can also Text WALK2022 to +1-613-900-0450 to RSVP. (Upon text, you will receive a message and an email with event details. For questions or more information, please call the CUPE Saskatchewan office directly at 306-757-1009.)
  • Or notify Jodi at the CUPE Saskatchewan Division Office at: j.reavley.cupe@sasktel.net or call 306-757-1009. Please provide your name and cell phone number to reach you

Saskatoon Pride Parade!!


All CUPE members and staff are welcome to join CUPE Saskatchewan as we march with a float in the upcoming Saskatoon Pride Parade on Saturday, June 18, 2022.RSVP here.

Before the Parade
You can volunteer to help with the CUPE float set up and decorating beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the morning on Saturday June 18, at 722 Bedford road in Saskatoon.

Joining the CUPE SK Float at the Parade – Staging Area
Be part of the parade and march with us in the Parade alongside the CUPE SK float!
Meet the CUPE float before the parade in the Staging Area, at the Kinsmen Park Entrance or Spadina Cres E / 24th St E entrance.
Arrive between shortly before Noon – 12:15 in the afternoon on Saturday, June 18. We’ll be finishing decorating the float during this time too!
We’ll need to be ready for 12:45 p.m., as the parade officially begins its route at 1:00p.m.
During the parade, we’ll be passing out swag, waving our flags, and marching with Frontline Pride and Solidarity!

At the Parade – Watch Along the Parade Route!
You can watch the parade and join along the parade route on Saturday, June 18
The Saskatoon Pride Parade will start at 1:00 p.m. in the downtown area (Spadina Cres E & 24th St E), taking the route of the 24th St E to 4th Ave S to 22nd St E, then 22nd St E to 1st Ave S, then 1st Ave S to 20th St E, and 20th St E to 3rd Ave S – and will finish at 3rd Ave S and Victoria (traffic) Bridge.
Click here for the Saskatoon Pride Parade Route Map for 2022
Following the parade, the Saskatoon Pride Festival and Market will be held located at the end of the Pride Parade a River Landing, between the Sid Buckwold Bridge and the Victoria (Traffic) Bridge.

Sign-up to volunteer:
RSVP at this link:
https://www.publicservicevoter.ca/cupe_sk_saskatoon_pride_parade_june_18_2022

You can also Text CUPEPRIDE2 to +1-613-900-0450 to RSVP. (Upon text, you will receive a message and an email with event details. For questions and more information, please call the CUPE Saskatchewan office directly at 306-757-1009.)

Or notify Jodi at the CUPE Saskatchewan Division Office at: j.reavley.cupe@sasktel.net or call 306-757-1009. Please provide your name and cell number to reach you.

Contact for Day-of-Event:
The day of the Saskatoon Pride Parade event on Saturday, June 18, you can notify JR Simpson by cell and text at: 306-260-6005.

Join CUPE Saskatchewan at more upcoming Pride Parades:
In Yorkton Pride Parade with CUPE 5430 on Saturday, July 9, 2022! More details will be shared soon!

In solidarity,

On behalf of CUPE Saskatchewan’s committee Against Racism @ Discrimination.