Listen "CUPE on Strike!"
Episode Synopsis
Frustrated by stagnant wages and crumbling public services, workers are turning to our most powerful tool — the strike — to fight back and win real gains.As of June 1, 2025, three CUPE locals are on strike across Ontario. These workers are standing strong, and they need your support. Come hear directly from them, their stories, their struggles, and the solidarity they’re counting on.One day longer, one day stronger.CUPE 2073: Representing 200 workers at the Canadian Hearing Society, who provide vital services to the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.CUPE 1750: Representing 3,600 WSIB staff who care for Ontario’s injured workers and ensure they get the support they need.CUPE 5525: Representing 25 dedicated Personal Care Workers at Villa Colombo’s Supportive Housing Unit in Toronto.Let’s show up, stand together, and send a clear message: when we fight, we win!Show Notes: CUPE Ontario| Petition supporting Canadian Hearing Society workershttps://cupe.on.ca/chs/ CUPE Ontario | Petition supporting Villa Columbo workershttps://cupe.on.ca/support-villa-colombo-workers/CUPE Ontario| Petition supporting WSIB workershttps://cupe.on.ca/more-than-insurance-cupe-1750-members-need-a-fair-deal-now/
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