Today, front-line workers from Toronto’s supervised consumption sites, alongside union representatives, held a press conference at Queen’s Park to address the devastating impact of the provincial government’s new policy. This
On March 19, 2024, CUPE Local 79 teamed up with the Toronto Environmental Alliance, the Toronto Community Benefits Network, TTCriders, Progress Toronto, Social Planning Toronto and Toronto & York Region
This is a personal reflection on the film “Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents,” by Local 79 President Nas Yadollahi. It is part of an effort to further explore equity
Local 79 has debuted a new video media spotlight on members in the workplace. Meet our first member spotlight: Brenda, a Client Service Worker at Seaton House in the Toronto
Local 79 Vice President Brigett Coleman is planning an exciting celebration for this year’s annual Black History Month celebration, featuring keynote speakers, entertainment and light refreshments. Members are encouraged to
In a united front, the leadership of CUPE Local 79, ATU Local 113 and the Toronto Public Library Workers’ Union – CUPE Local 4948 came together this morning to urge
On Monday, January 22, 2024, Local 79 President Nas Yadollahi attended the City of Toronto’s Budget Committee to comment on the 2024 City Budget. In her deputation, Nas commended the
In today’s Toronto Star, Local 79 President Nas Yadollahi has written an OpEd marking the 20 year anniversary of her brother Soroush’s murder. She details the impacts of his death,
Local 79’s newly elected Executive has taken office for the 2024-2026 term. “I want to start the year off by thanking all the members who have spent the holidays at
This morning, we witnessed an incredible example of what happens when we utilize our union solidarity. In the face of a rallies across Ontario and the threat of province-wide general
