Acts of Remembrance
For the week of April 27 through May 1, VIU has agreed to fly CUPE Day of Mourning flags at the Nanaimo, Cowichan and Powell River campuses. On April 28, these flags will be lowered to half-staff in honor of those who were killed at work.
VIU will be holding its Nanaimo ceremonies at 12noon on Tuesday, April 28 in front of the Jardin des Quatorze located on the east side of Building 360 (Chemistry). Local ceremonies sponsored by the BC Federation of Labour will also be taking place in Cowichan, Parksville and Powell River. We encourage you to attend and recognize this important day.
Stats
In BC in 2014:
· 173 workers died – 4 were young workers (aged 24 and below) and 3 were CUPE members.
· 98 workers died due to occupational disease.
On average in BC:
· More than 2,800 claims are reported each week.
· 23 long-term disability claims are accepted every working day.
· 3 work-related death claims are accepted each week.
In Canada in 2013:
· 902 workers died – that’s 2.47 deaths every day.
· 250,000 workers are injured or develop work-related diseases.
· 685 workers suffer from work-related injuries/diseases each day.
Note: These numbers only represents those accepted by various workers compensation boards across the nation and generally do not reflect many illnesses contracted as a result of workplace exposure to hazardous materials. The real number is certainly much higher.
For the week of April 27 through May 1, VIU has agreed to fly CUPE Day of Mourning flags at the Nanaimo, Cowichan and Powell River campuses. On April 28, these flags will be lowered to half-staff in honor of those who were killed at work.
VIU will be holding its Nanaimo ceremonies at 12noon on Tuesday, April 28 in front of the Jardin des Quatorze located on the east side of Building 360 (Chemistry). Local ceremonies sponsored by the BC Federation of Labour will also be taking place in Cowichan, Parksville and Powell River. We encourage you to attend and recognize this important day.
Stats
In BC in 2014:
· 173 workers died – 4 were young workers (aged 24 and below) and 3 were CUPE members.
· 98 workers died due to occupational disease.
On average in BC:
· More than 2,800 claims are reported each week.
· 23 long-term disability claims are accepted every working day.
· 3 work-related death claims are accepted each week.
In Canada in 2013:
· 902 workers died – that’s 2.47 deaths every day.
· 250,000 workers are injured or develop work-related diseases.
· 685 workers suffer from work-related injuries/diseases each day.
Note: These numbers only represents those accepted by various workers compensation boards across the nation and generally do not reflect many illnesses contracted as a result of workplace exposure to hazardous materials. The real number is certainly much higher.
CUPE 1858 40th Anniversary 1975 - 2015
2015 marks 40 years since CUPE 1858 was incorporated as a union at Vancouver Island University. Below are the past events that have been held to commemorate this major milestone. Visit our Upcoming Events page to view the next events scheduled for 2015.
March 24, 2015 Cake and Coffee
CUPE Movie Nights at Nanaimo Campus - Click Here to view poster
May 14, 2015 Cowichan Evening Social at 4:00 pm
All CUPE members in the Cowichan area are invited to Mr. Mike's in Duncan at 4:00 pm to celebrate the 40th Anniversary. Appetizers will be provided. CUPE complimentary buttons will be available and door prizes of the 40th Anniversary t-shirt and ball cap will be given out! RSVP to Trudy Bagnall to confirm your attendance at the Cowichan Evening Social!
June 14, 2015 Summer Family BBQ (Nanaimo Campus) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
2015 marks 40 years since CUPE 1858 was incorporated as a union at Vancouver Island University. Below are the past events that have been held to commemorate this major milestone. Visit our Upcoming Events page to view the next events scheduled for 2015.
March 24, 2015 Cake and Coffee
- Nanaimo Campus, 10:30 - 11:30 am in the Welcome Centre
- Powell River Campus, 10:00 - 12:00 noon
- Cowichan Campus, 2:00 - 3:00 pm (Boardroom 380)
- Cake will be delivered to Deep Bay, Milner Gardens and the Parksville campus in the morning on March 24
CUPE Movie Nights at Nanaimo Campus - Click Here to view poster
- May 6, 2015 Screening Silkwood at 5:00 pm in Building 356 Room 109 with popcorn, drinks and candy provided
- June 17, 2015 Screening Norma Rae (after Annual General Meeting) at 7:00 pm in Building 356 Room 109 with popcorn, drinks and candy provided
May 14, 2015 Cowichan Evening Social at 4:00 pm
All CUPE members in the Cowichan area are invited to Mr. Mike's in Duncan at 4:00 pm to celebrate the 40th Anniversary. Appetizers will be provided. CUPE complimentary buttons will be available and door prizes of the 40th Anniversary t-shirt and ball cap will be given out! RSVP to Trudy Bagnall to confirm your attendance at the Cowichan Evening Social!
June 14, 2015 Summer Family BBQ (Nanaimo Campus) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
2013 Labour Day Picnic
- Nanaimo, Duncan & District Labour Council Labour Day Picnic
When: Monday, 1 September 2014
Where: Transfer Beach, Ladysmith, BC. (East side of Highway at the traffic light at Roberts Street)
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
More Labour Day Events:
Events Across BC
Trooper - Live!
For more information contact the labour council at 250-760-0547.
CUPE Cares - Big Bike Event June 12 2014
Big Bike is a fundraiser for The Heart and Stroke Foundation. Teams are made up of 29
enthusiastic riders committed to raise a minimum of $50 each. A driver is provided by the Foundation and riders pedal through their community in support of heart disease and stroke research. The ride lasts approximately 30 minutes.
CUPE Cares is putting together a team to participate in the Heart and Stroke Big Bike. This is open to anyone, not just CUPE members. The event takes place in June 2014 at various locations. Specific dates will depend on the location.
If you are interested in getting involved in this fun and exciting event, please contact Rob Campbell.
Big Bike is a fundraiser for The Heart and Stroke Foundation. Teams are made up of 29
enthusiastic riders committed to raise a minimum of $50 each. A driver is provided by the Foundation and riders pedal through their community in support of heart disease and stroke research. The ride lasts approximately 30 minutes.
CUPE Cares is putting together a team to participate in the Heart and Stroke Big Bike. This is open to anyone, not just CUPE members. The event takes place in June 2014 at various locations. Specific dates will depend on the location.
If you are interested in getting involved in this fun and exciting event, please contact Rob Campbell.
On May 3rd we are doing it again!!
This will be the 3rd annual CUPE Cares event
Please join us by submitting your name to me for another Garbage clean up. We have three trucks lined up and a group volunteers - but we can always use more!
We will muster in the Lot A parking lot and split up similar to last year, and return for a BBQ just after noon. If you have your black CUPE Cares t-shirt from last year, it’s time to re-use it. If you don’t have one tell me your t-shirt size and we will get you one.
Maps will be provided, I have contacted the dump and arranged for free dumping again, we'll have a tent set up for water and coffee and light goodies. Please join us - last year we were the talk of the provincial post-secondary sector. In two years we have taken down over 7 tonnes of debris!
Thanks Sisters and Brothers. Together we make a difference!
Rob Campbell
2nd Vice President, CUPE 1858
This will be the 3rd annual CUPE Cares event
Please join us by submitting your name to me for another Garbage clean up. We have three trucks lined up and a group volunteers - but we can always use more!
We will muster in the Lot A parking lot and split up similar to last year, and return for a BBQ just after noon. If you have your black CUPE Cares t-shirt from last year, it’s time to re-use it. If you don’t have one tell me your t-shirt size and we will get you one.
Maps will be provided, I have contacted the dump and arranged for free dumping again, we'll have a tent set up for water and coffee and light goodies. Please join us - last year we were the talk of the provincial post-secondary sector. In two years we have taken down over 7 tonnes of debris!
Thanks Sisters and Brothers. Together we make a difference!
Rob Campbell
2nd Vice President, CUPE 1858
CUPE BC CONVENTION 2014
Delegates from CUPE 1858 are attending the 51st annual CUPE BC Convention in Vancouver this April. Executive members Rob Campbell, Shannon McKenzie and Deborah Hopper are joined by general member and Steward, Rolanda Murray (second from right).
Delegates from CUPE 1858 are attending the 51st annual CUPE BC Convention in Vancouver this April. Executive members Rob Campbell, Shannon McKenzie and Deborah Hopper are joined by general member and Steward, Rolanda Murray (second from right).
December Social
Always a great time, this event is a perfect time to connect with your co-workers, hear the latest news from CUPE, and vote for crucial executive positions. And that's not even including the terrific food and door prizes - you don't want to miss this!
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
When: Wednesday, December 18th
Where: Royal Arbutus Room
Always a great time, this event is a perfect time to connect with your co-workers, hear the latest news from CUPE, and vote for crucial executive positions. And that's not even including the terrific food and door prizes - you don't want to miss this!
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
When: Wednesday, December 18th
Where: Royal Arbutus Room
Nanaimo, Duncan & District Labour Council Labour Day Picnic
23rd Annual Labour Day Picnic
A fun day for members, families and friends. Free hot dogs and beverages. Entertainment, kids activities, free draws.
When: Monday, 2 September 2013
Where: Transfer Beach, Ladysmith, BC.
East side of Vancouver Island Highway at the traffic light at Roberts Street
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
For more information contact the labour council at 250-760-0547.
A fun day for members, families and friends. Free hot dogs and beverages. Entertainment, kids activities, free draws.
When: Monday, 2 September 2013
Where: Transfer Beach, Ladysmith, BC.
East side of Vancouver Island Highway at the traffic light at Roberts Street
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
For more information contact the labour council at 250-760-0547.
CUPE Summer Social June 19, 2013
Wednesday June 19th we will be having our Annual General Meeting and Summer Social.
Location: Building 255, room 170 and outdoor plaza
Time: 5:00pm until ?
Everyone welcome!
Have you RSVP’d for the Mexican style dinner yet? We’d like to make sure there is plenty for everyone. Please RSVP to Crystal Kreschuk
CUPE Cares!
Please support the local food bank by bringing a donation of non-perishable food items
The general meeting and election of a new Secretary/Treasurer will begin at 5:00pm, followed by food, fun and frivolity. If you are interested in assisting with the party planning, please contact Stephanie Didsbury.
Location: Building 255, room 170 and outdoor plaza
Time: 5:00pm until ?
Everyone welcome!
Have you RSVP’d for the Mexican style dinner yet? We’d like to make sure there is plenty for everyone. Please RSVP to Crystal Kreschuk
CUPE Cares!
Please support the local food bank by bringing a donation of non-perishable food items
The general meeting and election of a new Secretary/Treasurer will begin at 5:00pm, followed by food, fun and frivolity. If you are interested in assisting with the party planning, please contact Stephanie Didsbury.
CUPE Cares - 2nd Annual Clean up the Mountain May 4, 2013
The 2nd annual Cupe Cares Event went off on May 4th without a hitch. The support staff, a few administrators from Vancouver Island University and the helpful crew from Nanaimo Sheet Metal managed to pull out 2820 kilograms of garbage after 13 truckloads went through the Regional Districts Land Fill.
Organizer and 2nd Vice President of local 1858 Rob Campbell said it turned into a beautiful day, helping the team to make a small part of Mount Benson an even more beautiful sight.
"With 31 people and 6 trucks, we did Mother Nature proud today", said Campbell.
Special thanks go out to Maude Mackey from the Regional Distract for waiving the dump fee for this volunteer action, and to the enthusiastic crew from Nanaimo Sheet Metal who brought trucks and willing hands to help with the effort.
In late April of 2012, 3000 kilograms of refuse was taken down to the landfill
“This has turned into an annual thing, for sure.” said Rob.
Stay tuned for next year's event, we'd love to see more volunteers be a part of the CUPE Cares team!
Organizer and 2nd Vice President of local 1858 Rob Campbell said it turned into a beautiful day, helping the team to make a small part of Mount Benson an even more beautiful sight.
"With 31 people and 6 trucks, we did Mother Nature proud today", said Campbell.
Special thanks go out to Maude Mackey from the Regional Distract for waiving the dump fee for this volunteer action, and to the enthusiastic crew from Nanaimo Sheet Metal who brought trucks and willing hands to help with the effort.
In late April of 2012, 3000 kilograms of refuse was taken down to the landfill
“This has turned into an annual thing, for sure.” said Rob.
Stay tuned for next year's event, we'd love to see more volunteers be a part of the CUPE Cares team!
Wills and Estate Planning Seminar - August 2012
Did you know that the laws regarding representation changed a year ago and that the laws regarding wills change this September? Come out for a seminar to be taught by Rod Mont a lawyer at Island Law, Nanaimo. Having a properly prepared will, Power of Attorney, or representation can save a lot of heartbreak and expense when needed. Rod has generously volunteered his time to CUPE and is offering a door prize of a simple will preparation for either a single person or a couple! (for a couple, this has a value of approximately $450).
22nd Annual Labour Day Picnic - September 2012
This event is hosted by the Nanaimo, Duncan & District Labour Council. It will be a fun day for union members, families and friends. Free hot dogs, drinks and ice cream. There will be entertainment for the kids and free draws all afternoon.
For more information call (250) 760-0547 or check out the NDDLC website.
For more information call (250) 760-0547 or check out the NDDLC website.
CUPE Cares Cleans up the Mountain - March 24, 2012
More than 40 CUPE members met up to clean up Mount Benson. Considering what the job entailed, spirits were high and the day went well. We managed to clean up over 6000 lbs. of garbage from the mountain roads. After we finished for the day there was a great bbq for all who helped out! Thanks to Rolanda Murray for suggesting the clean up for our first CUPE Cares event. See more pictures of the day in the Photo Gallery.
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CUPE 1858 Summer BBQ - July 23, 2011
We had a nice family BBQ with lots of yummy food and games for kids young and old. The wee little ones enjoyed the park, crafts and the bouncy castle while the grown-ups played lots of super fun games. We had sack races, three legged races and water balloon toss. Thanks so much to committee that planned this fantastic event; Stephanie Didsbury, Josephine Chong, Shannon McKenzie, Deidre Godwin and Marg Purslow. Check out the Photo Gallery for photos.
If there is an CUPE Cares event that you would like to see put on please send an email to cupe@viu.ca.