Women’s rights front and centre on International Women’s Day
For over 100 years International Women’s Day has been celebrated on March 8 in recognition of the global struggles and achievements of women. Unfortunately, the prevailing political climate and concerted attacks on the public sector are putting gains in women’s equality at risk.
Full article at cupe.ca.
Vancouver Rally in Support of Teachers
Rally at the Art Gallery to stand up for Public Education! Wednesday, March 7th, 2:00pm
Please see http://www.standupforbc.com/wednesday_rally_at_art_gallery_in_support_of_bc_teachers
There is also a live stream of today’s rally at http://act.bcfed.ca/livestream/.
BCTF Job Action Update - What all CUPE members in BC need to know
On Thursday March 1, 2012, the BCTF served notice that it will commence a three day strike starting Monday March 5, 2012. The BCTF has reached an agreement with the employer through the Labour Relations Board that will see no picket lines go up during the strike.
Please see the full article and job action updates at http://www.cupe.bc.ca/news/2502.
Transcripts of CUPE 391’s Board Presentations
Our local’s second vice president and bargaining committee member, Gary Jarvis, gave a presentation to the Library Board on 23 February.
His presentation focused on work issues as they relate to part time and auxiliary workers. Here is the transcript of what Gary said:
gary_2012_board_presentation.pdf.
Also, here is a transcript of Alex’s presentation at the same meeting:
Public Consultation at City Hall: 6 p.m. Wednesday February 29, 2012
Are you ready to speak to City Council to defend our public services? Join me this Wednesday, February 29th, at 6 pm at City Hall, 2nd floor for a Special meeting on the 2012 operating budget. Have your say on the value of public library service.
Please attend this meeting and protect your jobs through attending and/or speaking at the City Council meeting. Through participation and speaking up, you will make a difference. There is something about looking at the faces and hearing the stories of those whose jobs are on the chopping block that causes city councillors to pause and reflect.
A loss of hours = a loss of direct public service
If the City Councillors don’t hear from you, they only get part of the story. Let patrons, friends and other user groups know that they need to be at this meeting to help guide how their tax dollars are spent.
Special Council Meetings are held to deal with emerging issues on an unscheduled basis. They may be held in the Council Chamber or at a community location. Generally, delegations may choose to pre-register or register at the door. There is a five-minute time limit.
For more info please see Alex’s blog entry.