Hello CUPE Members
Hope you are enjoying the Summer and the pleasant weather. As most of you know University of Regina is hosting the Congress 2018. As part of RPIRG and UR Pride ‘s “Community Congress 2018” programming, Members of CUPE 3903 (currently in their 10th+ week on strike) will discuss their ongoing bargaining as well as the challenges and opportunities of the current labour climate at York.
Below are the details of the event shared by Krystal Lewis, Executive Director (RPIRG)
Date: Thursday, May 31
Time: 12pm-1:30pm
Location: URSU Boardroom (Riddell 221)
Free snacks and refreshments: YES
Presenting: Members of CUPE 3903 representing contract faculty, teaching assistants, grad assistants, and part-time librarians and archivists
Stay tuned for more details at https://www.facebook.com/events/159788908036502/ or at www.urpride.ca
RPRIG also have a small Congress funding opportunity for UofR students attending Congress . Students can apply for up to $150 each towards any combo of registration costs. The deadline was May 20 but RPRIG is extending it to the end of the month! All details are here (except the deadline extension): https://www.facebook.com/RPIRG/posts/1963961526971971