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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Need help with your school expenses? Our 8 scholarships (worth $2,500 each!) are open to a child or grandchild of a current or retired member of a NUPGE Component or a Component’s affiliate. Find out if you qualify: nupge.ca/scholarship-... Deadline ends July 15.
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
nupge.ca/2026/pride-2... Pride will always be political at its core. But it’s also a celebration of all things 2SLGBTQIA+. This Pride season, we encourage all members to commit time to activism for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, but to also take time to experience joy.
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Pride 2026 - NUPGE
Making space for joy in the face of hatred creates room for hope. Sharing queer joy and the beauty of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community can change hearts and minds. There are so many of allies standing in soli...
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
March 31 is Trans Day of Visibility. We are witnessing the devastating impact of anti-trans rhetoric dressed up as feminism advancing nothing but harm while politicians weaponize fear and stigma and avoid the systemic issues that actually endanger women.
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
nupge.ca/2026/nupge-b... February is Black History Month. Black lives, people, histories, communities, culture, joy, and power matter every day of the year. NUPGE is proud to challenge anti-Black racism and is committed to supporting Black members, workers, and communities through its work.
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Join us to demand the PM take immediate action to stop the threat AB poses to our national public #healthcare. The fed govt has a responsibility to uphold the Canada Health Act & the shared national values on which our public health care is built. Public care serves people, not corporate pockets.
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
NUPGE stands in solidarity with healthcare workers & all people of conscience who denounce the senseless killing of Alex Pretti, an RN & frontline #healthcare worker. #OutIce nupge.ca/2026/nupge-m...
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
#Islamophobia has remained a constant in our society since the Jan. 9, 2017 attack at the Islamic Cultural Centre in QC. Violence is abhorrent, but we also must to do more re: the everyday systemic racism, & mainstream Islamophobic public opinions Muslim communities face. nupge.ca/2026/jan29-a...
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January 29: Anniversary of the attack at the Islamic Cultural Centre in Ste-Foy - NUPGE
Content Warning: This article includes themes of Islamophobia and violence. On January 29, 2017, a gunman entered and open fired in an Islamic Cultural Centre in Ste-Foy Quebec, deliberately targeting...
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Health professionals like medical imaging technologists produce precise diagnostic images to support accurate diagnoses. Discover more about the Heartbeat of Care campaign. heartbeatofcare.ca
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
Thanks to the the CCPA for its report showing that CEOs make 248 x what an average worker makes. Since 2020, CEO pay has increased by 49% - way more than the increases for food, housing or utilities. 1/2
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Today, NUPGE stands in solidarity with workers and communities affected by #HIV and AIDS. We honour the progress made through collective action & renew our call for strong public health systems, affordable medications & workplace policies that protect and empower every worker. #endAIDS #humanrights
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
nupge.ca/2025/over-16... “In contract negotiations, as in politics, you win what you have the power to fight for. And in terms of building power, today is a game-changer.” - JP Hornick, OPSEU/SEFPO President
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20 year battle sees over 16,000 part-time and sessional college faculty across Ontario join OPSEU/SEFPO - NUPGE
After a long day sorting through thousands of ballots, with 88% of ballot-casters voting in favour the union won the vote count: over 16,000 part-time and sessional faculty at all 24 of Ontario’s publ...
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
To help wade through the issues in this federal election, NUPGE has taken a look at several key ones. Today's issue is post-secondary education. You can find out more at www.nupge.ca 1/2
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
#OccupationalTherapists in mental health play a vital role in helping people regain independence in daily life. They address essential functions like personal care, sleep, and more to improve overall well-being. #VoicesofHealthProfessionals Find out more: 🔗 nupge.ca/research/nup...
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
💔72% of health professionals feel overwhelmed.💔 Burnout is affecting both the workers and the patients they care for. It’s time for bold action to ensure quality care continues. Read more to build a stronger public health care system! #NUPGE #VoicesOfHealthProfessionals nupge.ca/research/nup...
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
Danny has been a steadfast champion of the labour movement, dedicating his life to fighting for workers' rights, fair wages, and better working conditions. Happy retirement! nupge.ca/2025/thank-y...
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Thank You, Danny - NUPGE
For over 45 years, Danny has been a steadfast champion of the labour movement, dedicating his life to fighting for workers' rights, fair wages, and better working conditions. His deep involvement in p...
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
nupge.ca/research/nup... Laundry Aides ensure clean linens in hospitals and long-term care homes, playing an essential role in infection control. Their work helps keep patients and residents safe, supporting hygiene and overall health. #NUPGE #VoicesOfHealthProfessionals #LaundryAides
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
NUPGE members! Have a young person heading to university next year? Applications are now open for NUPGE scholarships! Deadline is July 15, 2025, but time is flying by, so apply now! nupge.ca/2025/help-fu...
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Help fund your education with NUPGE Scholarships 2025-2026 - NUPGE
Applications for the National Union’s scholarship program for 2025-2026 are open! Each year, the 425,000 member National Union of Public...
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
The announcement of new U.S. tariffs against Canada represents nothing less than a declaration of economic war on our country, our jobs, and our communities. This reckless decision threatens the livelihoods of countless workers and jeopardizes our economic stability. nupge.ca/2025/trumps-...
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Trump’s Tariffs: An economic attack on Canada—The labour movement will fight back - NUPGE
Trump’s tariffs appear designed to inflict maximum harm on Canada, hitting workers, industries and communities alike. We understand the economic ripple effects will be felt everywhere, including in al...
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Why we keep fighting: Despite admissions from PM Justin Trudeau and former RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki stating that systemic #racism and #discrimination against Black people exists in Canada, the federal government has spent close to $10 million fighting the class action. #blackhistorymonth
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Class action lawsuit filed against government on behalf of Black Federal Public Service workers - NUPGE
In 2020, a class action lawsuit was filed in the Federal Court of Canada on behalf of Black Federal Public...
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
"Clearly, these aren’t ordinary times, and they require extraordinary vision and leadership.' - NUPGE President Bert Blundon. nupge.ca/2025/nupge-c...
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
Throughout February we will be highlighting important stories that reflect the history and future of Black history in our country. nupge.ca/2025/black-h...
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February is Black History Month - NUPGE
February 1 marks the start of Black History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements, innovations, and leadership of Black people. It’s also a time to acknowledge and examine the discrimination and...
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
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nupge.bsky.social @nupge.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
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Privatizing the sale of some alcoholic beverages will cost Ontarians $1.4 billion - NUPGE
Doug Ford’s decision to rush through the partial privatization of alcoholic beverage sales in 2024 will cost Ontarians $1.4 billion says the Financial Accountability Office of Ontario today. The cost ...
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