NDP MLA David Eggen spoke to CUPE Alberta convention delegates and outlined what he called a ‘prolonged deterioration of the PC party’ and predicted their demise soon.
Month: March 2014
Gil McGowan’s top seven reasons why Redford’s resignation is not enough
In his address to CUPE Alberta convention delegates, AFL President Gil McGowan outlined seven reasons why the resignation of Alison Redford isn’t enough to save our pension plan, or to provide government that looks out for working people. Here is Gil’s list:
Gil McGowan: We won the battle with Redford, but we still need to win the war
Calling the resignation of former Premier Alison Redford ‘a victory for the labour movement,’ Alberta Federation of Labour President Gil McGowan told CUPE Alberta delegates to continue the battle for their pensions.
CUPE’s 2104 budget targets key priorities strengthen our union
“How do we achieve real gains in bargaining, especially in a climate of austerity?” asked CUPE National Secretary-Treasurer Charles Fleury in his address to CUPE Alberta delegates.
Economic breakfast: the road ahead for workers
CUPE National President Paul Moist once again hosted a breakfast at the CUPE Alberta Convention to talk about the role of workers in the economy. The breakfast presentation was part two of the economic literacy program started in 2011 by Moist to help explain the causes of the 2008 global recession. This 2014 edition focused on how the on-going economic recovery is impacting workers.
PC government needs a ‘time out’ Moist
CUPE National President Paul Moist used his convention address to tell delegates that after 42 consecutive years in power, Alberta’s Conservative government needs a ‘time out.’
Bringing out the best in our members
Alberta’s tumultuous politics and pressures on the province’s public sector pensions were highlights of CUPE Alberta President Marle Roberts’ report kicking off the 2014 Convention.
Media Advisory: CUPE Alberta to hold convention in Medicine Hat
MEDICINE HAT – The Alberta Division of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE Alberta) will hold its annual convention this week in Medicine Hat Alberta.