CUPE 386 Kid’s Christmas Party

As you are all aware, the COVID-19 pandemic has meant that it is now vital to limit social contact and avoid gathering. For that reason, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the CUPE Kids Christmas Party. While we know this is disappointing, we hope you can understand the steps we are taking to help keep our members and their families safe.

With the approval of our members, the Local, in lieu of, will donate to the following charities: Red Cross Canada (British Columbia Floods and Extreme Weather Appeal), Share Society and BC Children’s Hospital. More information on this will be made available at the December General Membership Meeting on December 21, 2021, via Zoom.

Disaster Relief Options

Hello All,

There are a few options for disaster relief that are available to members of CUPE locals. Please see below for information on how to claim for relief, if you need to.

CUPE BC Disaster Support | Application Form
CUPE BC has created a Disaster Relief Fund to support CUPE members impacted by recent catastrophic floods and mudslides. Any CUPE members in BC facing hardship due to these events are invited to apply for funding support through their Local. CUPE Locals may request funds on behalf of members – please advise the Union office if interested.

BC Government | Disaster Financial Assistance Available
Disaster Financial Assistance is now available for eligible British Columbians in Southwest, Central and Southeast areas of the province and Vancouver Island who were affected by flooding and landslides from November 14-16, 2021. This assistance includes all Indigenous communities, electoral areas, and municipalities within the geographical boundaries of these areas. See the following link for more information:

Financial assistance available for people affected by flooding | BC Gov News

United Way | Flood Response Recovery Efforts
United Way BC has established a Flood Response Fund to support critical relief and urgent recovery efforts in the aftermath of devastating flooding. Donations will assist those who are displaced or have lost housing, belongings, or employment, and who have suffered physical or mental health trauma.

United for BC Flood Response:  Donate here
Fraser Valley Flood Response Info: Click here
Hope Flood Response Info:  Click here

If you or someone you know needs help finding resources, dial 2-1-1 or visit 211.ca.  Please share this message so neighbours can get assistance.

 

 Vim.