CUPE - Canadian Union of Public Employees

06/10/2021 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/10/2021 10:31

CUPE endorses Larry Rousseau in re-election for CLC Executive Vice-President

Members of the CUPENational Executive Board have voted to support Larry Rousseau in his bid for re-election as CLCExecutive Vice-President.

'Larry is a lifelong labour activist, and a steadfast supporter of workers across Canada. We are proud to support him for the position of CLCExecutive Vice-President,' said CUPENational President Mark Hancock.

'Larry's understanding of issues like health and safety, human rights and equity is a strong asset to the labour movement. We welcome his continued leadership as an officer of the CLC,' said CUPENational Secretary-Treasurer Charles Fleury.

CUPEhas previously endorsed members of Team Unite, Bea Bruske, Lily Chang and Siobhan Vipond to stand for election for the three other officer positions. The elections will take place at the 29th Constitutional Convention of the CLCon June 16-18.