Today, delegates heard from Nova Scotia Division President Nan McFadgen, who gave us an overview of everything accomplished by the Division this year, before turning our thoughts to organizing for the future. CUPE National President Mark Hancock put the political and bargaining trends we’re seeing in NS into context, ending with an inspiring call to action against attacks on organized labour. We also heard messages of solidarity from other union leaders across the province. Delegates heard from members of CUPE Local 5047, who are now on Day 14 of their strike. We raised $57,600 on the floor of the convention for Local 5047’s hardship fund. Another $2000 in cash donations directly from delegates was raised off the floor, and later on, CUPE NB called to announce a donation of more than $4,000. In the afternoon, delegates heard from members of Local 3912, who won historic gains following their fall 2022 … Read more…