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Dozens join CUPE strikers in Sackville to show solidarity & support

Posted on November 12, 2021 by brucewark

Students, faculty and staff from Mount Allison University joined residents from Sackville today at Main and York Streets to support CUPE public-sector workers on the 15th day of their strike. “I thought it was important for as many people in … Continue reading →

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Labour leaders support CUPE strikers in Sackville; province imposes emergency order to end health-care strike

Posted on November 5, 2021 by brucewark

Three visiting labour leaders joined the CUPE picket line today in Sackville to show support for the 22,000 public sector workers across New Brunswick who went on strike last Friday. Linda Silas, president of the Canadian Federation of Nurses Union … Continue reading →

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CUPE strikers show their ‘fists’ in Sackville

Posted on October 29, 2021 by brucewark

Dozens of striking CUPE members paraded in downtown Sackville today and stood at the Main and Mallard intersection to back their demands for higher wages. “I hope the premier gets the message. This province cannot run without the public service … Continue reading →

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