With an ever changing landscape in the K-12 sector the Union has been waiting to see how things are going to unfold for the 2020-2021 school year. In the meantime we will continue to publish the updates from CUPE BC’s K-12 President’s Council as the information is coming directly from our Union Reps that are engaged in discussions at the government level and we would hope that its accuracy may be of both interest and benefit to our members….
IMPORTANT – COVID-19 Update for August 10, 2020
Good Evening Members,
To all CUPE 411 members that may be seeking a medical accommodation effective September 8, 2020 due to COVID-19.
If members have already received emails from the Districts H.R. Department asking for documentation to be completed the Union urges you to connect with an elected Union Representative prior to having your physician complete any such documents.
Our Employer should only be gathering information that pertains specifically to the accommodation being sought and not personal information (i.e. medical diagnosis) as well as the type of accommodation; is it permanent or is there a time duration. Also the Union should be involved in all of these discussions with our members to ensure that every request is handled in a fair and just manner. Members seeking a work place accommodation are always encouraged to “cc” an elected Union Representative of their choosing in on any email correspondence with the Employer in this regard.
If you want to know more about the “Duty to Accommodate“, or information surrounding the “Accommodation Process“, use the links embedded in this sentence.
With September 8th right around the corner we do not want to see members pressured into making decisions that are not in their best interest due to lack of time and limited access to their physician, therefore we are encouraging members to be proactive if a workplace accommodation is required for the 2020-2021 school year. We look forward to speaking with you….
In Solidarity,
CUPE 411 Executive
CUPE BC K-12 Update
Spring Break 2021 – Letter of Understanding
Your Union was able to reach an agreement with our Employer regarding the 2-week 2020-2021 Spring Break for all of our 10-month Members. For details please see the link below:
Spring Break LOU 2020-2021
There are often questions that members have pertaining to these agreements therefore we have provided some FAQ’s that we hope you will find helpful.
Spring Break 2020-2021 – FAQ’s
The following diagram may also be a helpful guide:
2020 – 2021 Diagram CUPE Employee – Spring Break Minutes
Your Union is aware in the discrepancy in time being made up between the members who work less than 7 hours a day and those that do. We had asked our Employer if that time (approx. 1.5 hrs) could be given to those staff who work less than 7 hours per day, to be used sometime during the school year when needed, unfortunately our request was denied.
2020/2021 – Executive Board and Meeting Dates
CUPE Quarterly – June 2020
2020 Election Results Are In……
Good Afternoon Members,
After a rather lengthy AGM we are please to share the names of the successful nominees in this year’s Election process:
2020 CUPE 411 – Elections Announcement
We will be sharing out more contact details in the coming weeks as there is going to be some transition time required for some of these positions. Emails will not be switched over until after June 30th to allow for outgoing Executive to tidy up any loose ends. However, if you do require immediate assistance and are unsure on who to speak with please email unionoffice@cupe411.ca or call 604-392-1411 and we will direct your inquiry accordingly.
Thanks again to everyone who allowed their names to stand for positions, we are encouraged to see the number of members that are looking to actively participate in our Union. It speaks volumes to the work we have done when it comes to member engagement in the last two years, and there is nothing like a crisis to stir up activists when they see injustices unfolding all around them.
Congratulations again everyone and I hope to make this year ahead, one filled with passion and purpose!
In Solidarity,
Tracey O’Hara, Vice President (Returning Officer for the 2020 Elections)
P.S. – A special shout out to my “wing-man” today, I couldn’t have done it without you Steve!
CUPE 411 – Meeting Agenda for June 20, 2020
Important Election Instructions
Good Evening Members,
As you are all aware this Saturday, June 20, 2020 we will be hosting our first Annual General Meeting using a virtual platform and as such we felt it necessary to share some information pertaining to the instructions for the Election process:
CUPE 411 – June 20th AGM – Virtual Voting Instructions
If you have yet to register for the meeting please do so via the following link:
CUPE 411 – Annual General Meeting
In Solidarity,
CUPE 411 Executive
CUPE 411 – Annual General Meeting
Good Evening Members,
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year CUPE 411 is required to host our Annual General Meeting using an on-line virtual platform (ZOOM).
Please accept this advance invitation to register for virtual attendance at the June 20th CUPE 411 AGM. You must have the ability to be on-camera in order to participate in this format. You will be able to vote during the elections and participate in the meeting that will follow. The Agenda for this year’s AGM will be posted on the CUPE 411 website on or before June 20th.
Here is the link where you can register to participate in the on-line AGM, you will have until 7:00pm on Friday, June 19th to submit your registration. You must use a personal e-mail account as your school district email will not be accepted.
CUPE 411 – Annual General Meeting
You will get a confirmation e-mail promptly after submitting your registration that will have the meeting details (i.e. date/time) along with the link to join the meeting as well as the password.
Every registration submission will be vetted and those that are not currently in good standing with CUPE 411 will have their registration removed.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this process you are asked to contact the Union office via telephone at 604-392-1411 or email at unionoffice@cupe411.ca prior to Friday, June 19, 2020.
In Solidarity,
CUPE 411 Executive