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The CUPE CastTackling TariffsIt seems lately, one of the big topics on the news and with businesses is tariffs. With the United States imposing new tariffs on Canada and other countries, what does that mean for the Canadian economy and, most importantly, the working class? In this episode of CUPE Cast, the co-hosts are joined by CUPE National’s Research Director, Angella MacEwen, who breaks down the concepts of tariffs, the impact on CUPE members and the potential repercussions on public sector services. Show notesCUPE National | Public protections against Trump’s tariffs – https://cupe.ca/public-p...2025-07-1644 min
The CUPE CastCUPE on Strike!Frustrated by stagnant wages and crumbling public services, workers are turning to our most powerful tool — the strike — to fight back and win real gains.As of June 1, 2025, three CUPE locals are on strike across Ontario. These workers are standing strong, and they need your support. Come hear directly from them, their stories, their struggles, and the solidarity they’re counting on.One day longer, one day stronger.CUPE 2073: Representing 200 workers at the Canadian Hearing Society, who provide vital services to the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.CUPE 1750: Representing 3,600 WSIB staff who care for...2025-06-0655 min
C.U.P.E Talk In The MaritimesCUPE TALK In The Maritimes Episode 15This Episode we welcome CUPE PEI newly elected President Ashley Clark & CUPE New Brunswick newly elected President Iris Lloyd. We talk CUPW, Bill 17, an so much more.2025-06-031h 01
The CUPE CastStronger TogetherBack in March 2025, CUPE National held a Building Strong Locals Conference in Montreal. CUPE members from across the country gathered in one place to build their skills on member mobilization and engagement, as well as to have conversations about defending public services against right-wing threats and bargaining to win. In this episode, CUPE co-hosts Brianna and Moe catch up with Chloe Bell, Jessica Lyons and Leila Meskine, three comrades who facilitated the “Lessons from Ontario in Building Strong Locals” panel at the conference and dive into their thoughts and perspectives on building strong locals.Show...2025-05-141h 10
C.U.P.E Talk In The MaritimesCUPE TALK In The Maritimes Episode 14Nick & Chris covering CUPE NB, CUPE PEI, and Coast to Coast.2025-04-2333 min
C.U.P.E Talk In The MaritimesCUPE TALK In The Maritimes Episode 13Chris & Nick look back on last weeks convention in Fredericton with CUPE New Brunswick, COAST TO COAST with CUPE, and a look at CUPE PEI.2025-04-1636 min
C.U.P.E Talk In The MaritimesCUPE TALK In The Maritimes Episode 12This week on CUPE TALK In The Maritimes we are live from the Fredericton Inn where CUPE NB Convention will take place this week. We take a look at the line up and discuss all upcoming events. We talk about a few guest and what goes into preparing for such a big event.2025-04-0916 min
C.U.P.E Talk In The MaritimesCUPE TALK In The Maritimes Episode 11Discussing NBCNHU, CUPE PEI, CUPE2745, AND CUPE COAST TO COAST. It was an excellent show, lots of discussions and a Happy Birthday shout out.2025-04-0230 min
C.U.P.E Talk In The MaritimesCUPE TALK In The Maritimes Episode 8Nick & Chris sit down and have a conversation with CUPE PEI's Bobby Kennedy & Alice Rice on this weeks episode. We take a look at CUPE in Montreal for The Building Strong Locals conference. We discuss upcoming shows, and our new sponsor Higgins Insurance, and our new website Cupetalk.ca2025-03-1239 min
Left Looking InWhat We're Up AgainstIn this episode of Left Looking In, we sit down with Candace Rennick, Secretary-Treasurer of CUPE National, to talk about what fuels the labour movement. From her first job in long-term care to leading national fights for fair wages and respect, Candace shares what she’s learned: organizing is the key to winning justice. We dive into the power of collective action, the resurgence of strikes across Canada, and why unions give workers the courage and confidence to demand better.2025-03-0726 min
C.U.P.E Talk In The MaritimesCUPE TALK In The Maritimes Episode 5 (PART 1)LIVE FROM THE CUPE WEEKLONG EDUCATION in Moncton, NB. Join Chris and I as we talk all things CUPE and of course congratulate CUPE1190 on the ratification of there historic deal for there members. We have so much going on here this week we promise it will be a great show.2025-02-2826 min
The CUPE CastProvincial Election & Workers' DemocracyIt's election season in Ontario! With eligible voters heading to the polls on Thursday, February 27, 2025, the CUPE Cast hosts jump right in to discuss the provincial election. In this episode, they explore why the provincial election is taking place over a year early and discuss several issues affecting CUPE members as they head to the polls. Dr. Carlo Fanelli shares his insights about the current state of Ontario and the impacts of the Progressive Conservatives government's years of austerity on Ontarians' social and economic prosperity. SourcesBreach Media Canada (February 7, 2025) - Ontario for sale: how D...2025-02-2647 min
C.U.P.E Talk In The MaritimesCUPE TALK In The Maritimes Episode 3Episode 3: On The show for this great episode is CUPE Regional Director Sister Sandy Harding & CUPE New Brunswick President Brother Steve Drost. They are discussing all things Skilled Trade Summit and given great insight from there point of view and so much more.2025-02-1252 min
Labor Radio-Podcast WeeklySchool Me; CUPE Cast; Apple Box Talks; The Dig; The Valley Labor Report; LabourStartOn this week’s Labor Radio Podcast Weekly: On the NEA’s School Me podcast, Mary Ellen goes shopping with one Florida educator to expose the reality of what it means to live on a teacher’s salary; On CUPE Cast, Moe and Brianna sit down with Brandon Hayes from CUPE Local 4948 and Nas Yadollahi from CUPE Local 79 to discuss their bargaining process as they return to the bargaining table with their employer; REEL Green Lead at Creative BC Justin Barnes discusses the organization’s efforts to move the needle when it comes to sustainable motion picture production in British...2025-02-0835 min
C.U.P.E Talk In The MaritimesCUPE TALK In The Maritimes Episode 2This week we listen to an exclusive interview Chris Watson did with CUPE PEI President Ashley Clark, we break that down and discuss a number of topics. We also had a discussion on the tariffs the impact on Canadians, we spoke about the first ever CUPE TRADE SUMMIT that was help in Fredericton NB this past weekend and so much more...2025-02-0539 min
The CUPE CastBack to the Bargaining TableCUPE Cast is back, and Brianna is joined by a new co-host, Mohammed (Moe) Alqasem. In the first episode of 2025, Moe and Brianna sit down with Brandon Hayes from CUPE Local 4948 and Nas Yadollahi from CUPE Local 79 to discuss their bargaining process as they return to the bargaining table with their employer. With understaffing, health and safety, and wages being some of the key issues, these local presidents share what is at stake not only for their members but also for the future of public services in Toronto.
Show notes:
CP24 | Union representing 30,000 City of To...2025-02-0458 min
Toronto Today with Greg Brady72 CUPE members involved in a human rights complaintFred Hahn and CUPE are back in the news again. Hahn has asked for a motion to dismiss the human rights complaints brought forth by 72 Jewish union members. Greg Brady spoke with Carrie Silverberg, one of the 72 CUPE members involved in the human rights complaints, joins us now to lament the fact that CUPE members are also being forced to fund Fred Hahn's legal defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-01-2108 minToronto Today with Greg BradyJanuary 21: Trump's executive orders, The controversy regarding Toronto's building codes, CUPE members involved in the human rights complaints against Fred Hahn & Everything that's wrong with the TTC.Greg Brady focused in on President Donald Trump wasted no time signing executive orders, issuing pardons and promising to make good on his tariff threat.Next, there is some controversy regarding Toronto's building codes. One group is asking an Ontario court to rule that the city does not have jurisdiction to set its own requirements for new construction over and above what's already in the provincial building code. Richard Lyall, President of RESCON (Residential Construction Council of Ontario).Also, Fred Hahn and CUPE are back in the news again. Hahn has asked for a motion...2025-01-2137 min
AB CastSaiba por que é a hora e a vez dos veículos compactos cupêOs modelos de veículos com desenho cupê, aquele com traseira arredondada e linhas caindo da chamada "coluna C" até o porta malas, parece que chegaram para ficar no segmento de veículos compactos.
O desenho, com apelo esportivo, de desempenho, "que parece estar em movimento mesmo parado", como diz o editor de soluções de conteúdo de AB, Fernando Miragaya, deixou de ser algo exclusivo para o segmento premium.
Volkswagen Nivus, Fiat Fastback e Citroën Basalt são apenas três de uma oferta de cupês compactos que promete aumentar nos próximos anos em termos de opções. E...2024-10-2535 min
The CUPE CastThe Human Cost of Privatizing Health CareThe push to privatize the healthcare system continues to affect Ontarians across this province. In this episode, the CUPE Co-hosts chat about how privatizing health has negative implications for the patient and the worker. The co-host also sits down with Unifor member Tiffany, who shares her story about fertility and her experience navigating the private healthcare system.
Brittany also says her goodbyes and signs off from CUPE Cast one last time.
Warning: The content discussed in this episode may be triggering for some - especially those who struggle with fertility.
Show notes
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London Live with Mike StubbsChris Yates of CUPE Local 2361 talks about the CUPE strike on the campus of Western UniversityA strike by CUPE workers on the campus of Western University began on Aug. 30 and is still continuing. Mike Stubbs spoke with Chris Yates of CUPE Local 2361 about what has prompted job action and how things like information pickets are being done on campus.Following that conversation you can hear an initial conversation between Chris and Mike that they had on the day the strike began.2024-09-1016 min
Canadian Union Podcast for Employees'The Rock and a Hard Place - Why Fred won't or even consider leaving GVP.Fred Hahn is the President of CUPE ON. He is in the media for many reasons. Currently it is about something he posted and what that makes him according to people who don't know him, or what CUPE is fighting for. As complicated as this is. There is a reason why we won't see him step down. It has everything to do with what the Convention Resolution allows him to do and how a person who makes mistakes can apologize, learn from the mistake and move forward. It also has to do with how the NEB is formed and...2024-09-0721 min
Toronto This WeekendDiscrimination Suit Against Fred Hahn & CUPE!The host Ben Mulroney is joined by Carrie Silverberg, CUPE member, to discuss of why Carrie has launched a Human Rights case against Fred Hahn and CUPE Ontario for antisemitism.2024-08-3109 min
Rabble RantsCUPE Rank and File Stand with FredCUPE National Executives Voted YES to a Motion of Non-Confidence on Fred HahnWe sit down with CUPE rank and file member and Labour for Palestine Organizer, Anna Lippman to talk about the dangerous precedent being set, at such a precarious time for workers and Palestinian activists.What does it mean for the movement inside Ontario largest public sector union, who have successfully been advocating for Palestinian liberation since 2005. What does this mean for union democracy?Listen in and find out. Call to ACTION: #StandwithFredHahnSend a Message to CUPE...2024-08-2432 min
Fight Back with Libby ZnaimerCalls for CUPE's Fred Hahn to ResignTUNE INTO THE TOWN: JEWISH INSTITUTIONS IN CANADA TARGETED WITH BOMB THREATS
Libby Znaimer is joined by Alex Blumenstein, Co-Founder of The Peak, Karen Stintz, a Conservative Party of Canada Candidate for Eglinton-Lawrence, a former Toronto City Councillor and the CEO of Variety Village, and Toronto City Councillor James Pasternak for Ward 6 York Centre.
Our panel reacts to the news this week that Jewish schools, hospitals and synagogues were targeted by bomb threats, Fred Hahn facing the call to resign from a CUPE position and some residents in Riverdale facing expropriation of their homes amid Ontario Line construction.
CALLS FOR...2024-08-2251 minToronto Today with Greg BradyAUGUST 20: A human rights case filed by a CUPE member against CUPE President Fred Hahn for antisemitism & Ontario is set to announce restrictions around supervised drug consumption sites.Greg Brady (@GregBradyTO) focuses in on a human rights case filed by a CUPE member against her union’s president. Carrie Silverberg is a CUPE member and has launched a human rights case against CUPE President Fred Hahn for antisemitism. There about 80 other members on the complaint – and what’s alleged? Next, Kathryn Marshall, the lawyer representing Carrie and other CUPE members, in their fight against Fred Hahn. How could this case play out? Will it ultimately lead to Fred Hahn getting the boot from his union? Lastly, Derek Finkel, an investigative & independent journalist who lives ac...2024-08-2021 min
North Star with Ellin BessnerThis CUPE member is suing one of Canada’s biggest unions over systemic antisemitismOn Oct. 8, 2023, one day after the Hamas terror attack on Israel, Fred Hahn—the president of Ontario’s chapter of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE)—wrote a tweet on his social media account: “I’m thankful for the power of workers, the power of resistance around the globe. Because #Resistance is fruitful and no matter what some might say, #Resistance brings progress, and for that, I’m thankful.”
It was a controversial post, due to the timing, though Hahn denies he was referring to Oct. 7—even though the longtime labour leader has a history of pro-Palestinian activism, and CUPE Ontario...2024-07-2522 min
The CUPE CastBeat the Heat with Union ActivismIn our summer episode, we are talking about beating the heat. We’ll discuss how parts of the labour movement are calling everybody out - the government, and the employer, to do better. We’ll be highlighting some current campaigns from the OFL and CUPE locals. Summer vacation may be out for students, but for the workers, the fight is always in session. Grab a seat and get ready because we are coming in hot.
Ontario Federation of Labour | Demand Climate Action on Workplace Heat https://ofl.ca/action/workplace-heat-petition/
Ontario Federation of La...2024-06-2838 min
The CUPE CastLets Replay Convention Baseball!It's convention season at CUPE Ontario, so let's revisit a past episode, “Convention Baseball”, where we give a complete overview of all things convention so you will be refreshed and ready for this exciting week!
CUPE Ontario Draft Convention Agenda: https://cupe.on.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2024-CONVENTION-AGENDA.pdf
CUPE Ontario Constitution: https://cupe.ca/sites/default/files/constitution_national_2023.pdf
CUPE Ombudperson program:
https://cupe.ca/cupe-ombudsperson-program
CUPE Ombudperson program video:
https://cupe.ca/cupe-ombudspersons-video
CUPE Ontario Convention Website:
https://cupe.on.ca/conv...2024-05-281h 01
The CUPE CastUnmasking Mental HealthMental Health is health. We can’t divorce our physical well-being from our mental well-being. In this episode, Brianna and Brittany discuss why mental health is a health and safety issue in the workplace. Looking at current events, pop culture, and workplace issues, it is evident that mental health affects us all—in different capacities. CUPE National Representative Andréane Chénier joins the CUPE cast to discuss how we can connect work and mental health.
If you or someone you know are battling with a mental illness, there are supports available to you. To find local...2024-05-011h 06
On The Line - Strike StoriesEpisode 9 - Finale!In this extra-long final episode, picketers show us what CUPE 3903 solidarity is all about. On the last days of picketing, our interviewers asked individual picketers from nineteen different departments what they would miss most now that the strike was mostly over. Picketers commented that bonding, community, camaraderie, and warm relationships developed on the picket line would be missed the most. All union members are looking forward to getting back to their students, the classroom, and their research. Efforts are already underway to ensure continued solidarity across the union to further strengthen the organizational unity that was demonstrated during the...2024-04-1939 min
On The Line - Strike StoriesEpisode 7 - 8th Line Picket Members - Strike Hardship FundIn this episode, Fatima interviews Frankie, a Unit 1 rank-and-file member on the 8th Line, an integral picket line comprised of many members working in the background to support all striking members. Frankie discusses the Hardship Fund administration during the strike and provides instructions on how to apply.#WeAreYork - visit WeAreYork.ca for more information.Looking for ways to support us? Looking to DONATE? CLICK HERE:https://3903.cupe.ca/2024/03/08/support-striking-workers-at-york-university/2024-04-1616 min
On The Line - Strike StoriesEpisode 6 - GEO Food CommonsIn this episode, Khaoula and Kris interview members of the GEO Food Commons. GEO Food Commons is an initiative developed by students from the Geography department who recognized the need to address the food insecurity faced by many grad students. It is a place of care, community, and world-building. During the strike, it was the first of the Mutual Aid projects held at Founders Line. GEO Food Commons will remain accessible to students after the strike is over.#WeAreYork - visit WeAreYork.ca for more information.Looking for ways to support...2024-04-1531 min
On The Line - Strike StoriesEpisode 5 - Police Intimidation on the Picket Lines - Part 2 - CUPE 3903 as a beacon for all of CUPE.In part 2 of the episode on Police Surveillance and Intimidation on the Picket Lines, Justyna, President of Queen's University Union,, tells us that an injury to one is an injury to all. Vince expands this belief by telling us that we need to see solidarity across all lines of the union, regardless of race or class. Fred Hahn, president of CUPE Ontario, joins the March 4th rally against police oppression. All fights for justice are guaranteed in the Canadian constitution. Eve asks, "Why are the Cops here?", Their presence makes us angry and always will. The erosion of police...2024-04-1119 min
On The Line - Strike StoriesEpisode 4 - Police Surveillance and Intimidation on the Picket Lines - Part 1 In this episode, Fatima, Khaoula and Kris cover a review of the March 4th police brutality and unfair arrest of peaceful CUPE3903 picketers through interviews with witnesses and fellow picketers. We hear from Desmond Cole, a journalist and community activist with No Pride in Policing and Scholars Strike Canada, and Patrick Teed, a Unit 1 member and student in Social Political Thought, on the police's transgressions and the ongoing oppression of Indigenous, racialized minorities, and those who express Palestinian solidarity.#WeAreYork - visit WeAreYork.ca for more information.Looking for ways to support us...2024-04-0419 min
On The Line - Strike StoriesEpisode 4 - TrailerFor episode 4, we bring you part 1 of a two-part series on police surveillance and intimidation on the picket line. Listen to the full episode!Looking for ways to support us? Looking to DONATE? CLICK HERE:https://3903.cupe.ca/2024/03/08/support-striking-workers-at-york-university/2024-04-0301 min
The CUPE CastPay the Workers, It’s Just Plane SmartAirlines won’t fly without flight attendants, but did you know that they work 35 hours per month unpaid while they carry out their duties? In this episode of CUPE Cast, Brianna and Brittany discuss the airline sector campaign and the “Unpaid Work Won’t Fly” Campaign. CUPE Airline’s Division Wesley Lesosky sits down for an exciting interview to raise awareness of some of the issues flight attendants face.
Show notes:
Ann Hood | Fly Girl: A Memoir: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/58999205
CUPE | CUPE, Canada's flight attendant union, condemns abuse against airline wor...2024-04-0340 minLeft Looking InToronto Paramedic Services & the Code Red CampaignOver the last several months, we’ve heard a lot of people raising alarm bells over the state of our healthcare system. The underfunding, the burnout, things are reaching a real crisis point in Ontario. Toronto Paramedic Services (TPS) provides 24/7 paramedic care in response to life-threatening medical emergencies. Hear from the CUPE 416 Paramedic Unit and the amazing team behind the Code Red Campaign, Charles Labelle and Karen Harwood.2024-04-0234 min
On The Line - Strike StoriesEpisode 3 - Radium Girls - The Play!In Episode 3, Fatima and Khaoula interview Stephanie and Kayla, members of Radium Girls, a play about the commercialization of science, the pursuit of both health and wealth, the power of the underdog, and the fierce injustice laborers in America have faced and continue to face in the present. York's Department of Theatre and Performance has included a special solidarity statement to CUPE 3903 in the run of their performance of this very relevant play at the Sandra Faire and Ivan Fecan Theatre at York University.For more details on the play and to get tickets, see: https://3903.cupe...2024-03-2912 min
On The Line - Strike StoriesEpisode 2 - Fighting hard for what we deserve - our livelihood, stolen wages, and job stabilityIn this episode, Shawn speaks with Shreya, a Political Science PhD student and TA, about being on the picket line, her love of academia, working with her CUPE colleagues, and her belief in fighting for fair wages and job stability. Visit WeAreYork.ca for more information about the strike. 2024-03-2712 min
The CUPE CastInspire Inclusion, Inspire ChangeMarch 8th is an exciting day for women and gender oppressed folks because it is International Women's Day!!! A day to celebrate all that women have and continue to accomplish!
For this episode of the CUPE Cast, we are going to focus on the contributions certain women have made to the labour movement, events and how you can celebrate International Women's Day as well as messages from CUPE National Secretary-Treasurer, Candace Rennick, and Marilena Fox, CUPE Ontario Women's Committee Chair. So, get ready for another exciting episode!
International Women's D...2024-03-0531 minLeft Looking InAll About The 2024 Toronto City BudgetJoin David Moscrop with Ted Aivalis, CUPE 416 Vice President and co-host of Left Looking In, with guests Shelley Carroll, Toronto City Councillor and Budget Committee Chair and David Amborski, Professor at TMU’s School of Urban and Regional Planning as they dive deep into the heart of Toronto's future.Budgets convey priorities and the new leadership at City Hall will be using the 2024 budget to outline the City’s path forward.Before the holiday break, Toronto signed a ‘New Deal’ with the province of Ontario that was passed by council and includes measures like uploading the Gard...2024-01-2440 minLeft Looking InEmerging Leaders in Labour: Laura Walton, President of the Ontario Federation of LabourJoining special guest host Jennifer Hassum, Executive Director of the Broadbent Institute and CUPE 416 President Eddie Mariconda, Laura Walton shares how she got involved in the labour movement, what motivates her and how she is approaching her new position as President of the Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL).Recently elected as the newest president of the OFL and represents over one million Ontario workers. Laura brings energy and experience having served as the president of the Canadian Union of Public Employees’ Ontario School Boards Council of Unions (OSBCU) since 2019 and was on the CUPE Ontario Executive Board. 2024-01-0846 min
Weekends with Rob FaiCUPE 4500 begins overtime ban - what it means for your commuteCUPE 4500 begins overtime ban - what it means for your commuteChris Gindhu - President, CUPE 45002024-01-0608 min
The CUPE Cast2023, A Year in ReviewWhat were your favourite moments of 2023? Because we know we have quite a few!
In this episode we will go over all the great times we had this year. However we also will be saying goodbye to someone we all know and love.
So make sure to tune into CUPE Cast episode 32: 2023, A Year in Review! 2023-12-1936 minCanadian Union Podcast for Employees'NEB Expansion Solution… DVP+The only thing I would add is that The President, Treasurer, and Administrator are not from the same Province. Constitutional Resolution for the NEB and Committee/Working Groups. Be it resolved that CUPE National will be comprised of 28 National Executive Board Members. 3 of whom will handle the day-to-day workings of the labour organization, 13 Provincial/Terrtitory Orientated Regional Vice Presidents who will elect internally 6 General VP’s. These positions will be called the President, Secretary Treasurer, National Administrator, with 6 GVP’s and 7 RVP’s. The remaining 12 positions will be comprised of titled Diversity roles as devised by the...2023-12-0944 min
The CUPE CastAccessible for who?In this month’s episode, we explore the importance of accessibility in the workplace, focusing on the AODA Act and discussing disability rights, health and safety measures, creating an ability-smart workplace, and the Duty to Accommodate. The episode also highlights the political parties' response to the AODA alliance’s questionnaire to addresses barriers, and an interview with Brenda Cervantes, a member of the Workers with Disabilities Committee and how CUPE Ontario, is committed to keep workers informed and empowered.
Disability Rights: https://cupe.ca/disability-rights
Health and Safety for work...2023-11-3051 minLeft Looking InThe Future of Encampments in the City of TorontoThe City of Toronto has been in a housing and homelessness crisis for a number of years. The escalating housing crisis, overburdened shelters, and the pandemic created the conditions for the worsening of homelessness and the emergence of encampments across Toronto. On this episode, host David Moscrop speaks with Ted Aivalis, Vice President of CUPE 416, Philip Austin, PFR Unit Chair with CUPE 416, and Diana Chan McNally, a community Harm Reduction worker.2023-11-1337 min
The CUPE CastNo Tricks, Just TreatsGet ready for a Halloween treat!
In episode 30 of CUPE Cast, titled "No Tricks, Just Treats," we're diving headfirst into a special Halloween celebration, union style. Join us as we unravel the sweetest treats that are union-made for your trick-or-treat adventures, and get inspired with creative, union-themed Halloween costume ideas. And, brace yourself for some spine-tingling union stories that will add an extra layer of intrigue to your Halloween celebrations.
Don't miss this festive, unionized Halloween episode! Tune in to CUPE Cast Episode 30: "No Tricks, Just Treats."
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The CUPE CastClimate Justice is Union BusinessThis podcast episode explores the critical intersection of climate justice and labour unions. The discussion highlights how the climate emergency is not just an environmental issue but a profound health and safety concern for everyone, impacting all of us, irrespective of our backgrounds or workplaces. The episode explores the role of labor unions in advocating for climate justice, emphasizing the importance of collective action. Furthermore, the podcast offers insights into practical steps that individuals, communities, and organizations can take to combat climate change while ensuring equitable outcomes for all. We hope to inspire listeners that it’s not too lat...2023-09-2753 min
The CUPE CastCUPE Cast Live! Strong Women SummerRecorded live co-hosted by Niagara District CUPE Council Women's Committee
It’s another hot union summer, summer of the strike, and so many of these movements are women led! And don’t forget the Orcas too! Let’s explore what’s going down, because this Barbie is a Union Member. Recorded in front of a live audience, it’s Episode 28! Strong Women Summer!
Links:
Local 2577 – Workers at Family & Children’s Services Lanark, Leeds & Grenville
https://cupe.ca/child-protection-workers-and-support-staff-ratify-new-deal-ending-three-week-long-strike
Local 905 – Library Unit at Bradford West Gwillimbury
...2023-09-1843 min
The CUPE CastJump UP! Emancipation and CarnivalAugust 1 marks Emancipation Day — a day signifying the enactment of the Slave Abolition Act of 1833 and the abolishment of slavery across the British Empire. But what does it mean to observe Emancipation Day? In this episode, the CUPE Cast hosts are joined by CUPE Ontario's Racial Justice Chair, Valerie Joseph, to discuss the origins of Emancipation Day and why it matters to reflect on the enslavement of African people and its impacts on Canada's past, present and future. From carnivals to underground train rides and everything in between, it's time for us to jump up, wave and take action!
2023-07-2554 minLeft Looking InToronto Mayoral Race Wrap UpTune in this week to hear from host David Moscrop and CUPE 416 Vice President Ted Aivalis as they debrief on the outcome of Toronto's recent mayoral race with our guests. Various opinion polls had Olivia Chow as the front-runner throughout much of the campaign, with no clear second-choice alternative really taking shape until the final weekend of the campaign.We dig into the outcome and what it means for labour with special guests Quito Maggi, CEO and President at Mainstreet Research, a Canadian market research and polling firm, and Erin Morrison, an experienced communications advisor for politicians...2023-07-0743 minLeft Looking InCelebrate National Indigenous History Month with us!June is National Indigenous History Month - a time to recognize the rich history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis across Canada. In this episode, David Moscrop co-host with CUPE 416's Vice President, Ted Aivalis to learn, explore and create a conversation with two incredible Indigenous voices in Ontario. Our two guests on this episode include Ontario NDP MPP and Deputy Leader, Sol Mamakwa, and Selina Young from the City of Toronto's Indigenous Affairs Office.2023-06-3037 min
The CUPE CastDrag Artists Under Attack! What Do We Do? Slay!It’s Pride Month, and many CUPE members work in public services that host pride flag raisings, Drag Storytimes, 2SLGBTQIA+ school clubs, and more but these services are under attack. As the backlash and rhetoric against 2SLGBTQIA+ people has grown, so have the threats and bigotry around pride and drag. We will explore how we can ensure safer spaces and organize support on the ground. And you’ll hear first hand experience from a fabulous drag queen, Violet S. Parks, who has done many drag shows at libraries.
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How...2023-06-2743 min
The CUPE CastConvention BaseballIt’s Convention season at CUPE Ontario! Let’s talk “inside baseball” when it comes to all things CUPE Ontario Convention: a complete overview of all things convention. No strikes - only home runs! Listen in for everything you wanted to know about CUPE Ontario Convention - let’s play ball!
CUPE Ontario Draft Convention Agenda: https://cupe.on.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/DRAFT-CONVENTION-AGENDA-2023-For-website-Eng-2.pdf
CUPE Ontario Constitution: Layout 1 (cupe.on.ca)
CUPE Ombudperson program: https://cupe.ca/cupe-ombudsperson-program
CUPE Ombudp...2023-05-3058 min
The CUPE CastEnough is Enough!Are you fed up with the rich getting richer, while workers struggle to get by? This month the CUPE Cast is saying Enough is Enough! The rich are richer than ever. Workers are working harder than ever for low wages. The rich rule by dividing us. Together, we have power! Workers are saying ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! We will discuss just that - how to get involved in your own campaign, ongoing strikes and movements throughout the world, and sharing some real data with you about who is impacted the most while greedy corporations profit.
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The CUPE CastBlack Workers MatterThis month the CUPE Cast is discussing the topic, Black Workers Matter.
In this episode we will be covering everything from the Black Class Action Lawsuit, the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists, the Black Sleeping Car Porters, and more. This is also an extra special episode where we are welcoming our brand new CUPE Cast co-host, Brianna Plummer and saying goodbye to CUPE Cast co-host Elise.
Links for show notes:
Black Sleeping Car Porters
https://humanrights.ca/story/sleeping-car-porters https://workershistorymuseum.ca/black-workers-in-canada-20th-century/ https://legionmagazine.com/en/tv-series-tells-story-of-canadas-black-sleeping-car-porters/
https://www...2023-02-2853 minLeft Looking InCelebrating Black History MonthFebruary is recognized as Black History month and there is no shortage of events and celebrations to honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities, especially in Toronto. But it’s also a time to reflect and educate ourselves on the history of Black enslavement, discrimination and criminalization of people of African descent, and to remember that racism still exists.Join David Moscrop and guests Chris Moise, Toronto City Councillor and Avaline Miller, First Vice-President for CUPE Local 79 as they discuss what it means to celebrate and recognize the innovations of black people and communities. 2023-02-1543 min
rabble radioCUPE Ontario’s Yolanda McClean on empowering BIPOC women workersThis week on rabble radio, rabble labour reporter Gabriela Calugay-Casuga sits down with CUPE Ontario secretary-treasurer Yolanda McClean. The two discuss ways of achieving gender and racial equity inside and outside of Canada’s labour movement. The two also discuss CUPE Ontario’s recently launched initiative, Women in Leadership Development (WILD) program for Indigenous, Black and racialized women. You can learn even more about CUPE Ontario’s WILD program here. If you like the show please consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find your podcasts. And please, rate, review, share rabble r...2023-02-0330 min
The CUPE CastHuman Rights are Union RightsOften when people think of unions, they think of higher wages and safer working conditions - which are absolutely true. But unions also fight for equity, equality and for the human rights of all. This month’s episode is a conversation with activist and CUPE National human rights representative, Kimalee Phillip on why human rights are union rights. Kimalee Phillip is an experienced social justice and organizational learning consultant, facilitator, writer, educator and researcher. Her work is deeply grounded in, and informed by Black and Caribbean feminist thought and practice and this conversation reflects all of this and more....2023-01-3137 minLeft Looking InOntario's Big Housing Affordability ChallengeAffordability and the rising cost of living usurpingly are said to remain as significant challenges in 2023. Affordable housing has been a priority issue for people for some time now. Toronto is home to the world’s biggest housing bubble. There are many mechanisms being talked about to address housing affordability, and to understand them better we called on the experts: Toronto City Councillor Brad Bradford, and CUPE National's senior economist, Angella MacEwan.Hosted by David Moscrop and special guest, CUPE Local 416 Vice President, Ted Aivalis.2023-01-1740 min
The CUPE CastThe Night BeforeCozy up with your favourite warm beverage, snuggle into your comfiest blanket, gather your loved ones near and enjoy this months bonus CUPE Cast episode “The Night Before”, a retelling of Clement Clarke Moore’s “Twas the Night Before Christmas”, with a fun union and labour twist!2022-12-2004 minLeft Looking InEducation Workers, Public Sector Negotiations & the Right to StrikeThere is so much to unpack here... we dive into the current public sector negotiations in Ontario, what's happening with education workers, how the Ford government has handled these talks, and what the future looks like for the Right to Strike. Host, David Moscrop, is in conversation this week with Peggy Nash, former MP and former national president of the New Democratic Party, Jonathan Weier, historian, labour and political organizer, and adjunct professor of labour history at George Brown College and guest co-host, Ted Aivalis, Vice-President CUPE Local 416.2022-12-1545 min
The CUPE CastBill 28: WTF Just Happened?Everything you needed to know about Bill 28 in one spot!
This fall has been a whirlwind with OSBCU CUPE Education Workers bargaining, the Conservative Government passing Bill 28, the possibility of a General Strike and the repeal of Bill 28 - leaving us all wondering what the heck is happening here in Ontario!
Hopefully this month's episode will help clear things up. We will take you step by step through Bill 28 and events leading up to it as well as what is happening at the time of recording this episode in regards to OSBCU CUPE Education Workers ba...2022-12-0646 min
Bill Kelly Show2 minutes to midnight on the CUPE strike clock, the new face of organized crime in Ontario, andThe Bill Kelly Podcast with guest host Shiona ThompsonCUPE has signaled a strike for Monday following unsuccessful negotiations with the Provincial Government. Shiona gets the government perspective.GUEST: Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education for Ontario.Continuing CUPE talks, from the union's side.GUEST: Mark Hancock, National President, CUPE. The term organized crime conjures a certain image in your head, but far from Vito Corleone the criminal underworld has had a major shift in the past decades. Shiona dives in further.GUEST: Stephen Metelsky, Professor at Mohawk...2022-11-1845 min
The 905er Podcast905 Round-Up: Doug Ford Rolls Over for CUPEWOW!!! What a week!Doug Ford blinked before the entire province this week by capitulating to CUPE and revoking Bill 28. Meaning the imposed contract on CUPE workers is nullified as well as the use of the Notwithstanding Clause to trample worker's rights. All of this happened as a result of the mobilization and solidarity of the labour movement in Ontario. The likes of which haven't really been seen in a few generations.While that might sound like a reason to celebrate (it is), Doug Ford and his team haven't wasted any time to back track on...2022-11-0943 minBill Kelly ShowChina’s Alleged Foreign Interference in Canada, Latest in Negotiations w/ Ford Gov’t and CUPE & 2022-Midterm Election Takeaways!The Bill Kelly Show Podcast:The Conservatives are calling on the government to come up with a “robust plan” to counter China’s alleged foreign interference in Canada, following a Global News report that Canadian intelligence officials have warned of covert activity by Beijing during the 2019 election campaign.What do we need to do to protect ourselves better?GUEST: Marcus Kolga, Director of DisinfoWatch.org and Senior Fellow with the Macdonald Laurier Institute-Premier Ford says his government is back at the bargaining table with the union representing 55,000 educati...2022-11-0937 min
Good Morning Hamilton with Rick ZamperinStudents head back to school as CUPE and province return to bargaining tableOntario schools re-opened Tuesday after the Ford government said it would repeal Bill 28 and CUPE education workers committed to returning to work. Labour experts say Ontario's pre-emptive use of the notwithstanding clause in legislation intended to prevent a CUPE strike has implications for unions across the country. Premier Doug Ford has backtracked on a promise and will remove land from the environmentally protected Greenbelt to build new homes. Citing job security and job safety, the union that represents 2,200 GO Transit bus operators is on strike. A federal court judge has ruled Premier Ford and former Solicitor General Sylvia Jones do n...2022-11-0842 min
Hamilton Today with Scott ThompsonWelcome to the Gong Show, brought to you by CUPE and the Ford GovernmentThe Hamilton Today Podcast with Scott Thompson:The great, law-breaking CUPE strike of 2022 has concluded! The Ford government extended the olive branch, and graciously offered to bargain some more and rescind the back-to-work legislation in exchange for CUPE to stop protesting. Wait, isn’t that where we just were? Scott noticed that, too. Doesn’t that mean nothing has changed? Scott noticed that, and his opinions are hot and ready. On another note, though, let’s talk about some motorsports Ron Fellows is up for the Order of Canada! Of course this was the weekend where we gained...2022-11-081h 18Hamilton Today with Scott ThompsonCUPE strike looms, and Lecce's patience thinsThe Hamilton Today Podcast with Scott Thompson:Scott is trapped in a never-ending cycle of despair continues after CUPE’s Laura Walton held a press conference at the start of the show. The CUPE/Ontario government situation continues to rage on, NDP members asked to leave Queen’s Park today after slamming the government. What is the latest? Colin D’Mello, Queen’s Park Bureau Chief with Global News joins Scott on that. What do small businesses want to see from the federal government’s fall economic statement? Corinne Pohlmann, senior VP of national affairs, Canadian Federation of Indepen...2022-11-031h 06
This MattersCUPE vs. the province: Schools, the notwithstanding clause and workers' rightsGuest: Kris Rushowy, Queen's Park reporter for the Star. This week has seen some unprecedented action in the labour dispute between CUPE and the provincial government. Ontario is passing back-to-work legislation and invoking the notwithstanding clause to get the bill through, which many feel tramples on workers’ rights. CUPE is now planning a walkout on Friday, with their workers facing potentially massive fines in penalties. At the moment, both sides are negotiating, but this is a situation that could have huge ramifications for the labour movement and for education in Ontario for the foreseeable future. Th...2022-11-0218 minHamilton Today with Scott ThompsonWe should be focusing on health care, but the CUPE story is here to stayThe Hamilton Today Podcast with Scott Thompson:The CUPE dispute with the provincial government continues, and today Scott speaks with Laura Walton about CUPE’s current stance and what their protest would look like on Friday. What are the legal ramifications of using the notwithstanding clause within a labour dispute? Scott looks into that with Eric Tucker, professor emeritus at York University. Scott is remisce to even speak about education at a time when we should be focusing on our healthcare, and so Scott brings up British Columbia’s new payment model to help ease the issue of r...2022-11-021h 17
The CUPE CastTimbits or Samosas: The Best Picket Line food and more!The new CUPE Cast is here!
What’s your favourite picket line food?
In CUPE Cast Episode 18, Tiffany, Brittany, and Elise chat about picket lines, strikes, what to do when you see a picket line, how to support workers on strike, famous picket lines and more!
Show Notes:
https://www.teenvogue.com/story/strikes-and-picket-lines-explained/amp
https://cupe3338.ca/strikeinfo/
https://3903.cupe.ca/picketing-tips/
https://www.latimes.com/entertainment/gossip/la-strikefoods-pg-photogallery.html (Nov 5, 2007-Feb 12, 2008)
Operation Christmas Cheer: https://www.operationcheer.com
Stripper St...2022-10-2534 min
The CUPE CastYoung Workers Rising!This month the CUPE Cast discusses the future of our labour movement… young workers!
Young workers have taken union organizing by storm, everywhere from Sephora, to Starbucks, to Chipotle and beyond. The CUPE Cast also discusses who is considered a young worker, what are the key issues impacting Generation Z, how young workers leverage social media sites like TikTok, and the "new" Generation Z concept of quiet quitting.
Show notes / links:
Toronto Labour Day parade highlights how Gen Z is revitalizing the workers' movement.
Acute ageism problem hurting young workers
L...2022-09-2740 min
L'Autostrada del MediterraneoLa Riserva naturale regionale delle Valli CupeLa Riserva naturale regionale delle Valli Cupe è situata ai piedi dell’altopiano silano, ed è l’area naturalistica più affascinante della Presila catanzarese e dell’intera Calabria.
Impostate sul navigatore la destinazione “Sersale” e partiamo insieme!
L’area protetta è costituita da tre corpi: le Gole Valli Cupe e Monte Raga, Crocchio e Campanaro.
L’intera area è caratterizzata dalla presenza di canyon, dalle gole di Barbaro e di Razzone che sono particolarmente suggestive e dal monolito di “Pietra dell’uccello”, la cui forma ricorda il profilo di un uccello. Numerose sono le cascate che potete ammirare al suo interno e la vegetazione è particolarmente ricca di s...2022-09-1400 minLeft Looking InThe Voice of First RespondersWith Paramedic Services facing staffing and resource pressures, what does this mean for the future of first response?With David Moscrop, as Left Looking In's host, Eddie Mariconda, President CUPE Local 416 – Recurring co-host and panelists Mike Merriman, CUPE 416 Paramedic Rep and Dr. David Walker, Professor at Queen’s University. 2022-09-0852 minLeft Looking InThe media landscape - and what has changedCUPE 416 and host David Moscrop try to get beyond the talking points, the Twitter sniping and the slogans that drives so much of our contemporary discourse. With special guests Susan Delacourt from the Toronto Star, Martin Lukacs of The Breach, and Press Progress' Luke LeBrun to banter about the changing way we report, consume and stay up to date with the news.2022-08-0845 minThe CUPE CastHot Labour SummerIn this month’s episode, Tiffany, Brittany, and Elise chat about union revitalization, strikes across Europe known as the Summer of Our Discontent, organizing for possible strike or job action, and strike myths. They will also conduct an exciting interview with the Ontario School Board Council of Unions (OSBCU) President Laura Walton on the work they are doing organizing for power.
Show Notes:
https://twitter.com/UnionDrip
Are young workers ready to save the US labour movement? | LSE Business Review
Efforts to unionize Amazon workers in Canada ramp up in Ontario as...2022-07-2638 min
The CUPE CastFrom Reconciliation to ReconciliACTIONIn this CUPE Cast episode Elise, Tiffany and Brittany chat about June being Indigenous History month. They focus on Indigenous celebrations, events, meaningful land acknowledgments, and they have an interview with Leila Paugh - the CUPE Ontario Indigenous Council Chair.
Content warning: They cover the Missing and murdered indigenous women, girls ad two spirit people as well as the residential school system.
Links:
Experiences of First Nations, Métis and Inuit women in Canada: https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/85-002-x/2022001/article/00004-eng.htm
Rec...2022-06-2850 minThe CUPE CastCUPE Cast LIVE: Women Have Got the Power!In this episode Tiffany, Brittany and Elise are joined by a LIVE audience for a special episode with the Niagara District CUPE Councils Women In Solidarity committee. They discuss the importance of Women Committees, menstrual equity, the history of Women’s contribution in the Labour Movement and have a live Q&A with the audience.
The CUPE Cast would like to give a huge shoutout and thank you to the Niagara District CUPE Councils Women In Solidarity committee for all of their support and work in bringing this live episode to life.
Show notes:
...2022-06-0754 minCanadian Union Podcast for Employees'CUPE Alberta President - Rory GillToday I speak to how CUPE Alberta is handling Bill 32. We speak about Jason Kenny, the UCP, attacks, and the NDP. This is my first ever interview style conversation on this podcast. I got to speak to Rory Gill. President of CUPE Alberta. We go back aways when I was working on the Executive of CUPE Local 37 and when I was sitting in the CUPE Alberta Executive. Please enjoy and thanks for listening.2022-05-2747 minThe CUPE CastStop, Collaborate, and Listen: Unions are Back with a Brand New Edition!Unions are hotter now than ever before. Workers everywhere are wanting to organize their workplaces or get involved with their unions. The pandemic has shone a light on harshened inequities in our workplaces and unions are there to have your back. In this episode we will discuss how to form a union with an interview with CUPE National Union Organizers Daniela Scarpelli & Kristy Davidson, look at some ongoing union drives, and catch up on fun pop culture labour movement tidbits.
Show notes:
Daniela & Kristy with CUPE Organizing:
cupeontarioorganizer@cupe.ca
Chinook Starbucks...2022-03-2955 minThe CUPE Cast10 Reasons to Love the Labour MovementIn this episode of the CUPE Cast, Tiffany, Brittany and Elise were inspired by Valentine's Day and share their 10 reasons why they love the labour movement. Everything from fighting for child labour laws and fighting back against the bad bosses are discussed. Hopefully, at the end of this episode, you love the labour movement as much as they do.
Transcription:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p_CFGF2ruRY_vXVHpw9Uopwin8z2Gs0Qf31OVG_aBBc/edit?usp=sharing
Show Notes:
CUPE Ontario’s Anti-Racism Organizational Action Plan: https://cupe.on.ca...2022-02-2242 minThe CUPE Cast2022: The Dumpster is on Fire, but so is the PlanetIt’s 2022 and the dumpster is burning, but so is the planet. It’s a lot like the movie “Don’t Look Up!” We will be discussing all the things you may have wondered about climate justice but didn’t know where to look. We will be breaking down terms and climate justice framework: what is a just transition, who is impacted by environmental racism, how will this be a provincial election issue, and how does this tie into the movie “Don’t Look Up?” It can be so overwhelming, we will try our best to guide you through piece by piece.2022-01-2545 minThe CUPE CastGetting to Know the CUPE Cast HostsIt’s the last podcast of the year, so let’s get to know your CUPE Cast hosts better! Listen in as the table turns and CUPE Ontario Young Worker Chair Moe Alqasem interviews Elise, Brittany, and Tiffany. We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday and an amazing New Year!
Show links:
Way Over Yonder in the Minor Key:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=AOjgLptZCn0
Article about the blockade in Guelph for Workers United that Tiffany mentioned:
https://www.rankandfile.ca/bustin-scabs-in-guelph/
Gig Workers United:
https://gigw...2021-12-2837 minCanadian Union Podcast for Employees'CUPE Cast and my Brief on National ConventionSuper excited to find out that there is another CUPE podcast in the ether. CUPE Cast from Ontario has three CUPE member anchors that speak on CUPE and many other things union. I really like the episode on the CLC. And of course my brief comments on CUPE National Convention.2021-12-0111 minThe CUPE CastCanadian Labour Movement WinsBlurb: In this month’s CUPE Cast episode, Brittany, Tiffany and Elise talk about victories of the Canadian Labour Movement! They discuss wins ranging from Maggie’s Toronto Sex Workers Action Project unionizing with CUPE to General Motors producing PPE and the minimum wage.
Show Notes:
Check out Maggie’s Toronto Sex Workers Action Project for more details on their organizing work and resources: https://www.maggiesto.org
Sign onto the Gig Workers Bill of Rights here: www.gigworkersunited.ca
Read Spring Magazine’s article, Ford forced to $15 three years after cuts her...2021-11-3041 minThe CUPE CastLife After the RallyIn this month's CUPE Cast Tiffany, Brittany, and Elise talk about what really happens after the rally, addressing issues such as activist burnout, wellness, depression, self care, community care, how to take care of yourself, and how to say no! 2021-11-0139 minThe CUPE CastA Woman's Place Is in Her Union?Tiffany, Brittany, and Elise explore the importance of women in the labour movement and how to combat sexism. They discuss the We Believe You initiative of the CUPE Ontario Women's Committee, microaggressions, news coming out of Activision Blizzard and the 2020 Olympics, and more. With special guest Candace Rennick—CUPE Ontario Secretary-Treasurer and candidate for CUPE National Secretary-Treasurer.
Show links:
Sexism in Winnipeg’s Labour Movement.
Cole Rockarts, RankandFile
https://cupe.on.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/WeBelieveYouJan2021.pdfhttps://www.rankandfile.ca/sexism-and-winnipegs-labour-movement/CUPE Ontario Women’s Committee We Believe You Toolkit
Canadia...2021-09-2948 minThe CUPE CastSpillin’ the Solidari-TeaIn CUPE Cast's third episode, Brittany, Elise, and Tiffany spill the tea on the 2021 Canadian Labour Congress Convention, the history of the CLC, and how the heck conventions even work - especially when they are virtual! Whether you missed out on the CLC 2021 Convention or want to relive your favourite moments, the CUPE Cast recap is for you! We are also joined by a very special guest interview, Lily Chang, newly elected CLC Secretary Treasurer. #CLC2021 #DefiningTheFuture2021-07-2747 minThe CUPE CastQueer Liberation, Not Rainbow CapitalismIn this episode of CUPE Cast, Tiffany, Brittany and Elise discuss what Rainbow Capitalism and Pinkwashing are and how they are used to distract and prevent Queer Liberation. The CUPE Cast also hears about Tiffany’s personal experience as a Bi woman in union spaces and reviews the meaning of 2SLGBTQIA+. The CUPE Cast is also joined by special guest, CUPE Ontario Pink Triangle Chair, Susan Gapka.2021-06-2857 min
Own The Moment: NBA Top Shot, NFL All Day, and Sports NFT PodcastEpisode 42 - Producer Cupe Takeover w/ Special Guest Bach!Producer Cupe stands in for TJ and Bach fills Justin's seat for a special episode of the OTM podcast. Cupe and Bach discuss all things NBA Playoffs thus far. Bach gives a few predictions for the rest of they way.
Producer Cupe even spins the moment giveaway wheel a few times!
#nba #nbatopshot #topshot
Website: https://www.otmnft.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/OwnTheMomentNFT
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OwnTheMoment
Discord Signup: https://bit.ly/OwnTheMomentDiscordSignup2021-06-031h 06
The CUPE CastThe CUPE Cast Episode 1 — Cooler than Side Parts and Skinny Jeans: Unions are “in” now!The CUPE Cast Episode 1 — Cooler than Side Parts and Skinny Jeans: Unions are “in” now! 2021-05-2620 min
The NormThe Norm - May 11, 2021 - CUPE 966Norm Murray speaks with Christiana Owoo, Union Vice President for CUPE 966 and Palliative Care Coordinator AND Doug Allen, Researcher Representative for CUPE 966. Concerns about the challenges, and possible demise, of Home and Personal Care Support Services. They have a message for Premier Doug Ford.2021-05-1119 min
Labournauts PodcastTrevor Davies, Secretary-Treasurer of the CUPE BCTrevor Davies, Secretary-Treasurer of the Canadian Union of Public Employees British Columbia, joins Carlos via zoom to discuss the work CUPE Members are doing to keep public services functioning during COVID19. They also talk about the work CUPE is doing to ensure there is appropriate and important municipal funding provided to the municipalities that need it most and the current political climate connected to the Black Lives Matter Movement. To learn more about CUPE BC and the work they do check out their website at CUPE.bc.ca2020-06-1600 min
The John Oakley ShowMichael Hurley, of CUPE Ontario Council of Hospital UnionsMichael Hurley, President, CUPE Ontario Council of Hospital Unions talks about a CUPE member and the first health care worker to die from COVID in Ontario2020-04-1814 min
Rose City PoliticsTen years after: The 2009 CUPE strike in perspectiveShow regulars Pat Papadeas, Don Merrifield, and Doug Sartori are joined by former CUPE president Mark Vander Voort and former Windsor city councillor Alan Halbersdadt to talk about the 2009 Windsor CUPE strike.2019-05-021h 02
The Docker Podcast*SPECIAL* CUPE 5317 Support RallyShortly after a rally in the Port of Vancouver, in support of SCFP (CUPE) 5317, Dan and ILWU President Rob Ashton talk with Eric Sinclair of CUPE 5317 and Alain Desrochers of CUPE 375. The discussion and rally, attended by Multiple ILWU from Canada and the states, CUPE, and included solidarity messages from the MUA in Australia, were centred around Viterra, a grain company that has locked out 51 workers in the port of Montreal, and their disregard for the rights of working people.2018-06-1520 min