Purple Wave Rally

We will be joining CUPE 7575 and CUPE 4222 in hosting a rally in support of Education Workers.

Saturday, May 23, 2026 1:30-4:30

Behind South London Community Centre

1119 Jalna Blvd, London

2025 Retirees

We have had some members reach out for the names of our 2025 Retirees. Please help me congratulate them.

Anita Crandall                                  Dragica Ljubicic

Christine Taylor                               Debra Leach

Rennie Moretti                                 Jose Quinonez

Loretta Brown                                  Margaret Phillips

Carmela Mendonca                      Jennifer Van Acker-Barlow

Wieslaw (Johnny) Mantura         Frank Puzzuoli

Ernie Fougere                                   Patricia Payne

Yvonne Belore                                  Reina Rodriguez

Ronald White                                   Janet Williams-Peaker

International Women’s Day – March 8, 2026

On March 8, CUPE 4186 stands with women workers worldwide to demand action! In 2026, we are pushing back against structural barriers and fighting for real equality.
We are demanding:
  • Equal Pay for Work of Equal Value: Ending the pay gap for racialized, Indigenous, and disabled women.
  • Ending Gender-Based Violence: Demanding workplaces free from harassment.
  • Accessible Childcare: Ensuring public, affordable, and universal childcare.
Our strength is in our solidarity. Let’s continue to fight for a better future, together.
#IWD2026 #RightsJusticeAction #UnionSolidarity

Mass Shooting – Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, Tumbler Ridge, BC

CUPE 4186 stands in solidarity with the staff, students, and families impacted by the tragic shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia.
No one should have to face this kind of violence — especially on a place meant for learning and care.
To the educators and support workers showing up for their communities in unimaginable circumstances: we see you, we honour you, and we stand with you.
In the days ahead, we call for compassion, support for those grieving and traumatized, and real commitment to keep schools safe and caring spaces for every child and worker.
We are I. Solidarity with our colleagues across B.C. 💙

Black History Month – February 2026

Feb 1, 2026 to Feb 28, 2026

Black History Month is a time to celebrate and highlight Black History and culture, and to honour the ancestors and leaders of Black communities, their accomplishments and their continued fight for liberation. Together, let’s educate one month, and celebrate every month.

For more information, please visit CUPE National’s page on Black History: https://cupe.ca/event/black-history-month

Four and One Leave Plan

The deadline for the Four and One leave plan is fast approaching.

The Four and One Leave Plan has been developed to afford employees the opportunity of taking a one (1) year leave of absence with pay by spreading four (4) years’ salary payments over a five (5) year period. More information along with the application can be found here. Applications are accepted only during the month of January. If you have any questions or issues completing the from, please contact Susanne Schulert-Quenneville.

Deadline is January 31/26 – Only 2 qualified members can enroll per year.

More Info: 4 and 1 Info

Form: 4 and 1 Form

Happy Holidays!

I wanted to take this opportunity to with everyone a safe and happy holiday season from the CUPE 4186 Executive.

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please make sure that you are keeping your Apply to Education profile up to date with any qualifications, etc. This is especially important if you are applying to a position outside of the classification that you are currently working in or a position that requires a specific qualification/experience.

If you apply for a job that requires specific knowledge/experience and it is not listed in your Apply to Education portfolio, you will not be considered for the position – even if you are the most senior. They will not contact you to ask if you are qualified.