Who is the union?

YOU and your library co-workers are the union.  You are the strength of Local 1169. Every participating member of YOUR local has a voice in improving the work environment. Such as fair wages, benefits, a healthy and safe worksite, and fair treatment of all members.

What is the union?

The union is an organized group of workers who unite to improve conditions affecting their work environments through negotiations with the employer. The Executive board is elected by members to represent YOU with workplace issues and interpretation of the Collective Agreement. Glossary-of-words-and-phrases

Why do you pay union dues?

Your dues go towards operations, supporting members, negotiations, education and a portion going to the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE National). CUPE National is the parent organization providing the locals with a national representative who can provide the local with legal advice, strike action and activism. We are backed by the strength of Canada’s largest and most powerful defender of public service employees, representing over 800,000 public sector workers. Factsheet_ Union Dues and the Rand formula

Where is your union?

You are located throughout Calgary and Cochrane library locations and departments. The Union office is located at 5112 3 St SE. https://maps.app.goo.gl/uDQRegNvduqCPYbc7

How can you become more involved in your union?

Attend regular general meetings

Become an Information Steward

Consider standing for an elected position Local-1169-By-Laws-2023

Consider putting your name forward to sit on a committee – Alberta Library Employees Committee (ALEC), Joint Health and Safety, Bylaws Committee, Bargaining Committee