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Thursday February 15 2024
The National Executive Board approved a delegation up to 10 members, including full-time Union Representatives and grassroots members, to participate in May Day activities in Havana, Cuba, from April 27 to May 4. The members of the delegation will be chosen by the NEB from among the candidates who have submitted an application.
Tuesday February 13 2024
On behalf of six Canadian labour unions representing over 2 million workers, we are writing to raise concern about the recent announcement by the Government of Canada to suspend funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), the primary aid agency for Palestinian refugees in Gaza and throughout the region. In the interest of safety and security for millions of Palestinians, we request that you reverse this decision.
Friday February 9 2024
We have been informed that the CUPW Life Insurance Plan booklet contains inaccurate information. The “Free Basic Coverage” chart on page 10 of the booklet states that the basic spousal insurance is $8,000. The correct amount is $6,000. The basic life insurance coverage for children is $4,000. The chart indicates $3,000.
Thursday February 8 2024
CUPW welcomes an order by the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the main court of the United Nations (UN), putting Israel on notice about its obligations under the Genocide Convention.
Thursday February 1 2024
Deadline to apply is April 1, 2024 - Labour College, the Canadian Labour Congress’ (CLC) flagship trade union leadership development program, is a unique learning opportunity for union leaders and active members to learn new skills and take on the challenges that face the labour movement.
Wednesday January 17 2024
With heavy rain in Eastern Canada and a holiday season devoid of its usual white carpet, the end of 2023 promised a mild winter. However, as we enter 2024, extreme cold is taking the Prairies and the West by surprise. Unfortunately, climate change is becoming more apparent each year, underscoring the urgent need for strong environmental commitments from governments. All the more so as these realities become increasingly harsh for outdoor workers.
Thursday January 11 2024
Black History Month is a time to celebrate and reflect on the important contributions of Black people to various fields. One of these fields is hockey, where Black athletes have significantly contributed to the sport. Despite facing significant barriers, Black hockey players have persevered and excelled making their mark on the game.
Thursday December 21 2023
Canada Post Corporation (CPC) has released results for the third quarter of 2023 https://www.canadapost-postescanada.ca/cpc/en/our-company/about-us/finan..., showing continuing instability.
Monday December 18 2023
The Building Worker Power campaign of CUPW is currently seeking eight CUPW members to assist with the campaign and serve as a Regional Organizer (RO).
Wednesday December 13 2023
We wanted to hear from members about their health benefits and other supports for families with children with disabilities. We wanted to know if the health benefits and other supports were in fact working for members and their families.

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Wednesday February 5 2025
The CUPW Child Care Fund is partnering with the YMCA Ottawa to offer postal workers in the Ottawa area access to day camp programs for summer of 2025!
Thursday January 30 2025
As we observe Black History Month, we take this opportunity to reflect on the invaluable contributions of Black individuals to the labour movement and our society at large. Black history is deeply intertwined with the story of worker solidarity, equity, and justice — values that are important to us as union members.
Tuesday January 28 2025
Today, January 28, CUPW and Canada Post presented their rebuttals to yesterday’s presentations as well as the written submission to the Industrial Inquiry Commission in front of Commissioner William Kaplan.
Tuesday January 28 2025
CUPW is looking for members who are interested in being part of the Regional Internal Organizing Committee During the last convention, the Regional Internal Organizing Committees were formalized as per clause 4.15 of the National Constitution, with a mandate to, among other things, promote the benefits of organizing by developing materials and tools that facilitate work floor mobilization and to identify effective actions in the continued fight for worker rights.
Monday January 27 2025
Today, January 27, CUPW and Canada Post presented their first in person submissions to the Industrial Inquiry Commission in front of Commissioner William Kaplan regarding the questions Minister MacKinnon asked under Section 108 of the Canada Labour Code.
Friday January 24 2025
On Monday, January 27, the first hearing of the Industrial Inquiry Commission will be held in Ottawa. This Commission was convened by the Minister of Labour Steven MacKinnon under section 108 of the Canada Labour Code.
Tuesday January 21 2025
On January 20, Indigenous activist Leonard Peltier has had his life sentence commuted by outgoing US President Joe Biden. For nearly 50 years, much of it in solitary confinement, Peltier has been imprisoned for murder following a 1975 confrontation between the FBI and American Indian Movement (AIM) at the Pine Ridge Indian reservation in South Dakota.

CUPW launched its postal banking campaign with a giant inflatable piggy bank in downtown Ottawa.

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