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CUPE Saskatchewan launches violence survey

CUPE Saskatchewan has launched a provincial survey to hear directly from members about the extent of violence and harassment in workplaces.

Members of CUPE can complete the survey here: https://cupesask.ca/violencesurvey/

CUPE has declared 2026 its Year of Health and Safety. The launch of the survey coincides with the union’s call on the provincial government to declare a workplace health and safety emergency, urging the government to work directly with workers and their unions to address unsafe conditions in workplaces across the province.

 

Trustee Election

NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN!

We have an opening for one (1) Trustee position. Nominations are now open. Minimal commitment for this position and no experience required. Training will be provided. Contact the office to find out more about what it all entails. Nomination forms available at the office.

Nominations will close at 4 pm on April 16, 2026.

Winner! Winner!

Congratulations! Please contact the office to arrange for the tickets. 306-966-7015

Retirement and Long Service Awards Banquet

SAVE THE DATE!

If you are celebrating a milestone anniversary in 2025 or retired in 2025, we invite you to join CUPE 1975 at our Retirement and LSA Banquet on May 21, 2026! Invitations will go out in the next couple of weeks so watch your inbox for more details!

RALLY FOR EDUCATION

Rally for EducationDownload

CUPE 2268 and CUPE 3730, representing education support workers in Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools, have reached an impasse over wages in our current round of bargaining. Despite our efforts to move negotiations forward, the employer has not brought an acceptable monetary offer to the table.

Our members have made their resolve clear. Nearly 1,000 workers across both locals participated in strike votes, and each local received a mandate of close to 90% in favour. Our members have completed strike preparation training and are ready to take action if required, when legally able to do so.

This situation is not isolated. CUPE 8443, representing education support workers in Saskatoon Public Schools, is also in monetary discussions and has been offered an increase even lower than what the Catholic division has proposed. CUPE 4254, representing Prairie Spirit School Division support workers, has completed language negotiations and will soon begin monetary discussions. All four locals return to the bargaining table in April.

Now is the time for solidarity. We are asking for your support — not only for the CUPE locals above, but for education support workers across Saskatchewan. A strong show of community backing sends a clear message: education support workers have had enough of falling behind and deserve fair, respectful compensation for the vital work they do.

You can support education support workers in two important ways:

  1. Send a letter to the Catholic School Board of Trustees urging them to come to the table ready to negotiate a fair deal. You can read more and send a letter here: cupe.ca/gscs
  1. Join us for our upcoming Education Support Workers March and Community Rally on Saturday, March 28.

March Start:
LOCATION: Saskatoon Public Schools Board Office, 310 – 21st Street East, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 1M7
TIME: 1:00 PM

We will march together to the rally location.

WILD

Women in Leadership Development



CUPE is welcoming Indigenous, Black, and racialized women and non-binary members to apply for WILD, the first-ever national Women in Leadership Development training.

This union education program is designed specifically to support Indigenous, Black, and racialized women and non-binary members in strengthening their leadership within our union and communities.

WILD focuses on building skills in feminist leadership, strategic thinking, confident communication, relationship-building, and taking bold, meaningful action. Grounded in lived experience and collective learning, the program encourages participants to step into leadership in ways that are authentic and sustainable.

CUPE members in good standing can apply if they:

Have lived experience as an Indigenous, Black, or racialized woman or non-binary person
Are new to activism or have leadership experience
Want to make a difference in their union and community

This is a unique opportunity. We encourage members to apply. Together, we will build capacity and support the creative and courageous leaders our movement needs.

Trainings will be held regionally. For more information and to apply, members can visit: https://cupe.ca/ready-for-wild

Application deadline is March 27, 2026.

Ratification Vote Results

Here are the percentages of how you, our members, voted.

75% in favour

25% not in favour

We also want to acknowledge our bargaining committee, past and present, who brought this Collective Agreement to the table. They reviewed the proposals, listened to the members and presented what they believed to be what you wanted. Each one had an active part and deserves to acknowledged.

Alan Bohle – President

Erwin Marbella – 1st Vice President

Sherri Duggan- Former 1st Vice President (November 2024-October 2025)

Jeff Theis – 2nd Vice President

Ann Forget – Treasurer

Bryan Shain – Recording Secretary

Will Bauer – CUPE National Rep

There was an equal mix of experienced reps and new energy to the committee this year. Alan, Bryan and Ann were new to bargaining so relied on Sherri, Jeff and Erwin’s experience which they are most grateful for. Will was our fearless leader who’s guidance and advice was crucial to getting us to the end point.

We also want to say thank you to all the managers who were so understanding and worked with the committee around the time they needed to attend bargaining. It is greatly appreciated.