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IT’S TIME TO PUT AN END TO ANTI-ASIAN RACISM

March 30, 2021

 

From the very beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Asian people have been  unfairly vilified and scapegoated as responsible for the virus and its spread. This has led to an increase in anti-Asian racism, around the world, including in our country.

A new report from the Chinese Canadian National Council, tallied over 1,000 incidents of anti-Asian racism since the beginning of the pandemic. These incidents range from physical and public assaults, vandalism, and racial slurs and epithets to name a few. 

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Apply Now for the National Negotiating Committees

The National Executive Board has selected Sister Nancy Beauchamp, National Director of the Metro Montreal Region, as Chief Negotiator of the RSMC negotiating committee and Sister Lana Smidt, National Director of the Prairie Region, as Chief Negotiator of the Urban Postal Operations (UPO) negotiating committee.

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CUPW, Canada Post and COVID-19

The number of people infected with COVID-19 is increasing across the country. In many communities, healthcare systems are overwhelmed, health care workers are at their breaking point, and available ICU beds in hospitals are in very short supply. While two vaccines have been approved by Health Canada, the rollout will take time and, and it may be months before postal workers have access to them. The threat to our health has never been greater, and it is imperative for all postal workers to follow COVID-19 health and safety protocols. Wear your mask properly, maintain physical distancing, wash and sanitize your hands, and if you feel sick, stay home.

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VACANCY IN THE POSITION OF GRIEVANCE OFFICER IN THE PACIFIC REGION

Dear Sisters:, Brothers, & Friends,

The National Executive Board has declared a vacancy in the position of Grievance Officer in the Pacific Region. As per the provisions of section 3.37 of the National Constitution, this position must be filled by election at the next Regional Conference.

Nominations are now open for the position of Grievance Officer, Pacific Region. Only members in good standing may seek election to this position.

Nominations must be:

  • Moved by a member in good standing;
  • In writing, signed by the mover;
  • Accepted by the candidate in writing and signed;
  • Received by the National Secretary-Treasurer by 17:00h (Pacific Time) on January 29, 2021:

Beverly Collins

National Secretary-Treasurer, CUPW 377 Bank Street, Ottawa, ON K2P 1Y3 Fax: 613.563.7861

Email: [email protected]

Those currently holding elected national or regional positions considering nomination for this position should review section 3.35 of the National Constitution. The date of the election will be communicated once the date is confirmed.