Monday Bulletin: Convention 2019

Vote for the party that values public sector workers Nan McFadgen, CUPE Nova Scotia President “When there’s an election coming, for example, the federal election in the fall, you need to look at all three [four] parties and see which most aligns with your interests. And then when you find the party that most aligns with your interests as a public sector worker, vote for them, whoever they are. Come out and vote. One of the reasons why we have a second mandate from Stephen McNeil and we now suffer through his four years of arrogance is because of the low voter turnout. So, look at their policies. Ask questions.” Watch CUPE NS President Nan McFadgen deliver her annual president’s report to convention on our Facebook page at https://bit.ly/2YVE2Bh. 2nd Credentials Report  9 – CUPE NS Executive Board members (voting delegates) * 2 – CUPE National officer 3 – CUPE … Read more…

Sunday Bulletin: 2019 Convention

Opening of the 56th Annual Division Convention The 56th annual convention of CUPE Nova Scotia opened Sunday, May 26, 2019, at the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre with 252 delegates, staff and guests in attendance. The convention was officially called to order by CUPE NS President Nan McFadgen and members of the executive gave their reports; all were adopted and official business ended. Delegates from locals across the province went up to the mic to give the names, in memorial, of members lost over the past year. Delegates then rose to observe a moment of silence. CUPE 1028 won the Early Bird Registration prize draw for $200 worth of gift certificates. Unfortunately, the members of the local were unable to attend convention as their time off requests were denied by the employer. The prize will be delivered to the local. In lieu of gifts for guest speakers, CUPE Nova Scotia will make … Read more…

CUPE Nova Scotia to hold 56th annual convention May 27 to 30 in Sydney

Media advisory Sydney, NS – More than 250 voting delegates from across the province will gather at the 56th annual CUPE Nova Scotia Division Convention, which takes place Monday, May 27 to Wednesday, May 29, 2019, at the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre. MONDAY 9:00 a.m.         Guest speaker: Tammy Martin, NDP MLA Cape Breton Centre 10:30 a.m.       Guest speaker: Mark Hancock, CUPE National president 1:30 p.m.         Guest speaker: Gloria Lepine, CUPE National diversity vice-president TUESDAY 10:30 a.m.       Guest speaker: Charles Fleury, CUPE National secretary-treasurer 1:30 p.m.         Guest speaker: Gary Burrill, Leader of the Nova Scotia NDP WEDNESDAY 9:00 a.m.         Election of officers