Reports from both the bike and walking pickets and a few notes
From Beth, a report from Wednesday’s super-ride: “On Wednesday, the bike strike brigade visited every single Community Centre in Vancouver. That’s 25 centres, every corner … Read more…
Highlights from today’s meeting, petitions, walking pickets, a new video, and a great deal on coff
It takes a lot more than a little rain to dampen our spirits. Today I heard great stories from yesterday’s epic bike brigade outing (more … Read more…
Mostly just reminders for tomorrow
Just a couple of quick notes tonight: Remember that tomorrow is Dog Day Afternoon (all day)! Crowd-friendly dogs on their leashes are invited to all … Read more…
Latest updates; events tomorrow, through the week, and an invitation for October
Updates: Yesterday (Monday) author Joel Bakan (The Corporation) came to Central to speak in support of our membership and to answer questions. (See photos.) Thank … Read more…
Recommended reading; tomorrow’s breakfast, lunch *and* dinner options; report from Kerrisdale
Recommended reading: Anita has put together a bibliography on pay equity, available on the Bargaining Resources page under “First Reads”. And have a look at … Read more…
Quick update: flying pickets Tuesday
From Anne and Cynthia: Flying Pickets East will have a Potluck Breakfast ( finger food only please) on Tuesday at Collingwood at 9:00. After eating … Read more…
Mediation at the LRB and Media Blackout
The Bargaining Committee has received this latest report from our chief spokesperson for bargaining, CUPE National representative, Jim Gorman. Jim met with representatives from the … Read more…
Updates and info for next week
This Tuesday, there will be a breakfast at Central from 7-8 am, by donation. Proceeds will go to the Hardship Fund. The same day, there … Read more…
Party tonight, keep the stories coming, bike and other pickets for next week
First of all, see the posting from earlier today with updated news from the Bargaining Committee. And remember the party tonight at the WISE Hall … Read more…
Vancouver Public Library and City of Vancouver breaks off talks
We are disappointed that the City of Vancouver, Vancouver Public Library and Metro Vancouver Labour Relations Bureau chose to break off talks today. Earlier today, … Read more…