U of T Press Workers Vote Overwhelmingly in Favour of Strike Mandate

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With an incredible turnout, U of T Press workers have voted 90%+ YES to authorize strike action.

In a historic first, our three bargaining units – representing 130+ workers at the U of T Press (UTP) Bookstores and Distribution Warehouse – are fighting for a fair contract as ONE. The vote comes after months of negotiations where the employer has refused to make meaningful movement on key issues, including fair wages, a real path to full-time work, and improved benefits. 

The negotiating committees will all be going to the table on Monday with a strong and united mandate that management needs to do better and respond to our demands to deliver a fair agreement, otherwise we will be willing to escalate.

Committee Interest Form + GMM Survey

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Get Involved with a CUPE 3261 Committee!

Are you interested in getting more involved with your union? We encourage you to consider joining one of our committees, where you can contribute your skills and make a difference.

Our current committees include:

  • Bylaws: Review and recommend updates to union bylaws.
  • Communications: Create content for newsletters, emails, and social media.
  • Elections: Manage nominations, voting, and compliance for union elections.
  • Health & Safety: Promote workplace safety and eliminate hazards.
  • Social: (Currently inactive) Organized past social events to build community.

Have an idea for a new committee? We welcome suggestions for initiatives that unite and empower workers across CUPE 3261!

Deadline is Feb 7, 2025. New members will be confirmed at February’s GMM. Terms are 2-years.

If you are interested,  complete the Expression of Interest Form.

GMM Survey

Is Saturday at 10 AM Still the Best Time for Our General Membership Meetings?

Our bylaws currently require General Membership Meetings (GMMs) to be held on Saturdays from 10 AM to 12 PM, a rule in place for over a decade. The bylaws committee is reviewing if this time still works best for members.

GMMs are vital for union decisions, so we want them to be accessible to all. Share your input by completing a quick survey here

Shop Steward Nominations

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NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN IN THE FOLLOWING WORKPLACES/DEPARTMENTS:

Full-Time Part-Time Unit:

  • Six (6) Stewards for St. George Caretaking Evening Shift (Facilities & Services) – See here for areas/map
  • One (1) Steward for St. George Caretaking Day Shift (Facilities & Services) 
  • One (1) Steward for Campus One Food Services
  • One (1) Steward for Sidney Smith Food Services
  • One (1) Steward for UTM Afternoon Shift
  • One (1) Steward for UTSC Morning Shift
Casual Unit:
  • Two (2) Casual Stewards for Hart House 
  • Two (2) Casual Stewards for UTM

Nominations close Monday, Feb 3, 2025

Visit 3261.cupe.ca/steward to learn more about being a shop steward and how to submit a nomination!

January 2025 Newsletter + February GMM Notice

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We’re excited to share the latest edition of our newsletter! Inside you’ll find updates from the President on bargaining, grievances, shop stewards, new collective agreements, and upcoming initiatives. Plus, there’s a message from the Treasurer, unit updates, and other updates covering health premiums, committee opportunities, a GMM survey, and more!

In addition, see below our February GMM notice.

February General Membership Meeting Notice

Date: Saturday, February 22nd, 2025, 10 AM – 12 PM.
Location: Sidney Smith Hall, Room 1072 (100 St George St) and Virtually via Zoom

Register here if attending online. A Zoom link will be sent to your email once registered.

All members are encouraged to join! The agenda will be sent out closer to the meeting date.

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