TORONTO—Mere days after “No Kings” protesters flooded the streets of US cities and towns to preserve democracy, Doug Ford and his government started the process of anointing their own “kings,” in a bill that gives Conservatives’ own appointees absolute power to rule over regional fiefdoms in Ontario. The verdict from CUPE Ontario followed Conservatives’ introduction…
HAMILTON, ON. – Wednesday’s announcement of the expansion of Workplace Safety and Insurance Board coverage still leaves over 1.5 million Ontario workers without critical safety protections. “Today’s announcement is a half measure,” said Fred Hahn, president of CUPE Ontario. “Over 1.5 million Ontario workers — child care workers among them – are being told their safety isn’t a priority — and without…
Toronto, ON – On Wednesday, clerical and administrative workers chose to join Canada’s largest healthcare union. Over 960 clerical and administrative workers are represented in the new bargaining unit. 81% of votes were cast in favour of joining the union, sending a strong message that workers at TGH want a voice in their workplace. With…
Markham, ON – Members of CUPE’s central negotiation table are preparing for a summer of action after negotiations with Extendicare’s management team stalled this week. The parties met at CUPE’s Ontario Regional office to negotiate a new collective agreement for eight of CUPE’s Extendicare locals. CUPE represents over 30,000 Long-Term Care and Retirement Home workers…
With fond remembrance and deep gratitude, we mark the life of Stephen Lewis, a beloved comrade, tireless champion of social justice, ally of all working people and great friend to CUPE Ontario. We honour Stephen for his lifetime of activism, action and compassion, from his years spent leading the Ontario New Democrats to the foundation…
St. Catherines, ON – In a sign of Niagara’s deepening emergency services crisis, paramedics, dispatchers, and occupational therapists with CUPE 911 voted 99 per cent in favour of strike action last week, with 82 per cent of members voting. The overwhelming strike mandate follows years of surging call volumes, falling response times for the most…
March 27, 2026 The Government of Ontario’s 2026-27 provincial budget continues the chronic underfunding of social services in our communities. The need for social services continues to grow, but without government funding to meet this need, this translates to cuts: Increased wait times and reduced service levels for vulnerable residents looking for mental health services, child care, developmental services, housing supports, social assistance and child protection. CUPE members in social services see the…
Ottawa, ON – Workers at the Rockcliffe Flying Club filed to join CUPE in December 2025 after raising concerns about workplace culture and aircraft safety. Instead of respecting those concerns and letting workers exercise their right to join a union, the employer has responded with delay, pressure, and retaliation. What should have been the straightforward…
TORONTO – On Thursday the Toronto Catholic District School Board announced that they will completely eliminate its long-standing International Languages Program, resulting in 77 dedicated language instructors losing their jobs. “This is a devastating and short-sighted decision,” said Val Di Gregorio, President of CUPE 3155, representing the language instructors. “For decades, this program has enriched…
Sault Ste. Marie – On the same day that hundreds of Algoma Steel employees worked their last shift, Sault Ste. Marie city council took an important stand for unionized workers and public services in the city, voting down a motion to privatize municipal garbage services. “This is not simply about budgets. It’s about public safety,…
