Saskatchewan education workers launch province-wide survey on impact of education cuts

CUPE Saskatchewan’s Education Workers Steering Committee (EWSC) is calling on the public to speak up about the impact that years of government underfunding has had on schools. The EWSC has launched a province-wide survey to hear directly from those affected by the cuts – education support workers, teachers, administrators, and parents.

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Estevan health care workers bring concerns to local health minister

This week, CUPE 5430 Region 4 health care workers met with the MLA for Estevan-Big Muddy Lori Carr to discuss the challenges facing frontline workers. Carr is also the Government House Leader and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, Seniors and Rural and Remote Health. Several frontline health care workers attended the meeting and shared their experiences with Carr.

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Poster contest: Environmental days

The CUPE Saskatchewan Environment Committee is excited to announce an Environmental Days Poster Contest. We are looking for submitted artwork from CUPE members and their families for three important environmental days of recognition: World Water Day (March 22); Earth Day (April 22); and Clean Air Day (first Wednesday in June). This is an opportunity for all CUPE Saskatchewan locals to participate in learning and supporting our environment and the importance of keeping our Earth, water, and air clean and safe.

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