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LPN Update: CUPE NL signs agreement with NL Government

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September 19, 2023

Attn: LPNs of CUPE Newfoundland and Labrador

Re: LPN Information Update

I would like to begin by thanking all the LPNs who took time out of their busy schedules to attend our information sessions last week. It was fantastic to see so many participants, and I hope we can continue this momentum going forward.

Last week, we promised to circulate an update as soon as we had confirmed numbers to share with you all. As of this morning, CUPE has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Newfoundland and Labrador government that will address some of the wage concerns of LPNs and their impact on recruitment and retention in the process.

The agreement includes:

  • $2.48-$3.11/hour fixed adjustment (depending on classification) in addition to current Collective Agreement wage increases.
  • Up to a 5% increase for LPNs with 15-25 years of service in Newfoundland and Labrador as an LPN.

Further information about how this will break down between classifications will be provided during information sessions this week. If you have time, please consider attending on September 20th at 3:00 p.m. or September 21st at 7:30 p.m for more information. Registration is required.

Thank you for all your patience and support during this process. I hope to see you at the sessions this week!

In solidarity,

Sherry Hillier

 

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Radio Message: Thank you LPNs for all that you do!

The work of LPNs is invaluable, and we wanted to share a small message in thanks. Listen below!

Transcript:

When the worst happens, and you go to the hospital…

When you need care in a long-term care home…

When your family needs an update or a shoulder to cry on…

Licenced Practical Nurses are there.

And as the strain on the health care system continues, Licenced Practical Nurses will continue to be there.

Help us say thank you to Licenced Practical Nurses. Visit nl.cupe.ca/thankyoulpns

A message by CUPE Newfoundland and Labrador.

 

National Indigenous Peoples’ Day Greetings

Did you know…

CUPE Atlantic/Maritime Indigenous Council (CAMIC) was formed in 2019. CAMIC is comprised of 8 self- identifying Indigenous CUPE members, 2 from each province.

CAMIC works across territorial lines to strengthen solidarity, build unity, educate, and bring awareness to CUPE members. We work with CUPE leaders, locals, and members to increase awareness about inclusion of territorial acknowledgements, important social justice campaigns, events, and dates such as Truth and Reconciliation Day. We are also working in collaboration with a local artist and CUPE member to create a CAMIC logo that will represent Indigenous culture in our region.

CAMIC is committed to reconciliation and creating cultural safety for future generations!

We encourage all locals to join us in celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day!

If you have any questions on how we can work with you, your local or your leaders, please send us an email at: cupe.atl.mar.indigenous.council@gmail.com.

Members:

NL: Brandice Blanchard
NL: Todd Curtis
NS: Kim Loppie
NS: Denise Hubbard
PEI: Marie Doyle
PEI: Richard Rappe
NB: Mary Guptill
NB: Vacant

In Solidarity, CAMIC members

Brandice Blanchard

Vice-Chair for the CUPE Maritime Indigenous Council (CAMIC)

http://www.cupe.ca/water-is-life

 

 

Download the statement above here

 

 

Registration Open: Join Us at Our Atlantic Week Long School!

 

This June, join us for a weeklong school to develop and improve the skills you need to better your local. Courses will include sections on leadership skills, member mobilization techniques, labour history, and the basics of stewarding. For more information, check out our brochure.

A scholarship is available for those who want to attend but cannot afford the cost. The CUPE Newfoundland and Labrador Scholarship will award $1200.00 to locals who wish to send a member. Check out the PDF linked below for more information regarding eligibility and how to apply for this scholarship.

CUPE Newfoundland and Labrador Scholarship

Want to register? Submit this form by mail or online by May 19th, 2023.

Global People Power: Building Worker Solidarity in a Global Economy

You’re invited!

Join us for our Global People Power workshop on April 5th at 6:30 p.m. AST.

This workshop focuses on explaining capitalism’s role in workers’ lives and examines the links between local and global issues.

\We will explore how building solidarity with workers in other countries strengthens the labour movement in Canada and worldwide.

Register by April 1st: https://cupe.ca/mrm-union-education/event/6213

SAVE THE DATE: Atlantic Weeklong – June 25 – 30th

This year’s Atlantic Weeklong will take place from June 25 – 30th at The Wilds Resort in Holyrood, Newfoundland and Labrador. More details will be announced shortly!

This year's Atlantic Weeklong will take place from June 25 - 30th at The Wilds Resort in Holyrood, Newfoundland and Labrador. More details will be announced shortly!
This year’s Atlantic Weeklong will take place from June 25 – 30th at The Wilds Resort in Holyrood, Newfoundland and Labrador. More details will be announced shortly!

 

CUPE Newfoundland and Labrador 49th Annual Convention

CUPE NL invites all locals to join them at the Delta Hotel, St. John’s on May 1st-3rd, 2023 for their 49th annual convention.

Registration will be held on Sunday, April 30th at 4:00 p.m. at the Delta Hotel. Locals are requested to make their own reservations, but a block of rooms, named “CUPE,” will be held for delegates at a rate of $139.00 plus taxes per night.

To send delegates, locals must have their per capita to CUPE National and CUPE NL up to and including April 2023.

For more information, please see the full Convention Call available for download here.