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CUPE is about to go on strike in Ontario, forcing thousands of disabled children out of schools and daycares. Looking for an answer, I went on their website and the reason is this- they want pension parity with the police. I agree with that, but overall they have to be the most hypocritical group in recent memory. The post at the end was funny, and well deserved, IMO.
CUPE president protests PM’s plans to wipe out child care deals, writes premiers
[February 9, 2006 01:49 PM]
CUPE National President Paul Moist has written directly to Prime Minister Stephen Harper urging sober second thought on the threatened cancellation of child care agreements with the provinces.
“These agreements give the provinces the resources they desperately need to assist all parents with their child care needs, whether those parents work in or outside the formal labour force,” Moist said in a letter sent Feb. 9.
“Canadians need and want a national early learning and child care system. The income support for families that you have promised is also needed. However, it cannot replace child care services aimed at supporting children and families.”
Referring to the prime minister’s announcement that he intends to scrap federal-provincial agreements signed by the Liberal government, Moist adds, “We are alarmed at this move, particularly since you promised a responsive and accountable federal government.”
Moist has also written to all provincial premiers urging them to work with other provincial governments to pressure the federal government to reconsider its position.
Full text of letter to prime minister:
February 9, 2006
The Honourable Stephen J. Harper
Prime Minister of Canada
House of Commons
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0A6
Dear Prime Minister Harper:
On behalf of the 550,000 members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, I offer my congratulations on your election as Prime Minister of Canada. As Canada’s largest union, representing one in 60 Canadians, we look forward to a constructive relationship with your new government.
I am writing to you today to express our grave concern about your announcement on February 6, that you will be cancelling the federal early learning and child care agreements with all 10 of the provinces. As you know, these agreements are an important starting point for a national child care program that will give Canadian children and parents the support they need to remain healthy and productive. These agreements give the provinces the resources they desperately need to assist all parents with their child care needs, whether those parents work in or outside the formal labour force.
To unilaterally terminate the agreements as your first act in office (prior to the opening of the newly-elected Parliament) signals to us, and to all Canadians, that you are acting without full and proper consultation with the House of Commons, or the provincial governments. We are alarmed at this move, particularly since you promised a responsive and accountable federal government.
Canadians need and want a national early learning and child care system. The income support for families that you have promised is also needed. However, it cannot replace child care services aimed at supporting children and families. CUPE will be mobilizing our members and Canadian parents to appeal to you not to move so quickly on this issue.
Families all across Canada and the new House of Commons deserve a chance to have our say on the future of child care in Canada. Please remember that the majority of Canadians voted for political parties that support a national child care program and the federal-provincial agreements.
Sincerely,
PAUL MOIST
National President
c.c: C. Généreux; Gilles Duceppe; Bill Graham; Jack Layton
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posted by Anonymous Poster on February 10, 2006 09:04 AM | Rating: 0 Report this comment
I'd hate to say it was a shock, but when you check the definition of Conservative it is a person skeptical of change. adly this doesn't suprise me and I'm sure I am not alone!
Cupe member from NS
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posted by Anonymous Poster on February 11, 2006 02:42 PM | Rating: -2 Report this comment
this action is a change in itself. I am not surprised that when the conservative government said they want change, it would be change for the rich, white, man. This is why the social servies are in jeporady- at least it is not a majority government, or we would all* be doomed!
*all but the rich, white, man, of course.
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posted by Anonymous Poster on February 14, 2006 10:13 PM | Rating: -2 Report this comment
"rich white man"- This sort of race based trash talk is exactly why unions are falling into such disrepute. Give your head a shake. Like millions of others, I belong to a union. Like millions of other union member, I am a white male. I work hard for my living to provide a decent quality of life for my family. I don't expect the government to raise my children, I can do that on my own - have been for years. The government owes me nothing and I am entitled to nothing. I pay my taxes for smooth roads and a strong military to keep riff raff out of Canada. I get neither, while others too lazy to work are busy thumping their chests, calling out for "more." Well, I have news for you- it's over. I voted conservative this time, because I am tired of being painted a villain. Enough is enough. If you want child care, pay for it yourself like I had to. Take on some responsibility, you might actually earn some respect rather than think you are entitled to it.
Asshole.
http://www.cupe.ca/www/media/19934?rating=-5
Reproduced under the fair dealings provisions of the Copyright Act.
CUPE is about to go on strike in Ontario, forcing thousands of disabled children out of schools and daycares. Looking for an answer, I went on their website and the reason is this- they want pension parity with the police. I agree with that, but overall they have to be the most hypocritical group in recent memory. The post at the end was funny, and well deserved, IMO.
CUPE president protests PM’s plans to wipe out child care deals, writes premiers
[February 9, 2006 01:49 PM]
CUPE National President Paul Moist has written directly to Prime Minister Stephen Harper urging sober second thought on the threatened cancellation of child care agreements with the provinces.
“These agreements give the provinces the resources they desperately need to assist all parents with their child care needs, whether those parents work in or outside the formal labour force,” Moist said in a letter sent Feb. 9.
“Canadians need and want a national early learning and child care system. The income support for families that you have promised is also needed. However, it cannot replace child care services aimed at supporting children and families.”
Referring to the prime minister’s announcement that he intends to scrap federal-provincial agreements signed by the Liberal government, Moist adds, “We are alarmed at this move, particularly since you promised a responsive and accountable federal government.”
Moist has also written to all provincial premiers urging them to work with other provincial governments to pressure the federal government to reconsider its position.
Full text of letter to prime minister:
February 9, 2006
The Honourable Stephen J. Harper
Prime Minister of Canada
House of Commons
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0A6
Dear Prime Minister Harper:
On behalf of the 550,000 members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, I offer my congratulations on your election as Prime Minister of Canada. As Canada’s largest union, representing one in 60 Canadians, we look forward to a constructive relationship with your new government.
I am writing to you today to express our grave concern about your announcement on February 6, that you will be cancelling the federal early learning and child care agreements with all 10 of the provinces. As you know, these agreements are an important starting point for a national child care program that will give Canadian children and parents the support they need to remain healthy and productive. These agreements give the provinces the resources they desperately need to assist all parents with their child care needs, whether those parents work in or outside the formal labour force.
To unilaterally terminate the agreements as your first act in office (prior to the opening of the newly-elected Parliament) signals to us, and to all Canadians, that you are acting without full and proper consultation with the House of Commons, or the provincial governments. We are alarmed at this move, particularly since you promised a responsive and accountable federal government.
Canadians need and want a national early learning and child care system. The income support for families that you have promised is also needed. However, it cannot replace child care services aimed at supporting children and families. CUPE will be mobilizing our members and Canadian parents to appeal to you not to move so quickly on this issue.
Families all across Canada and the new House of Commons deserve a chance to have our say on the future of child care in Canada. Please remember that the majority of Canadians voted for political parties that support a national child care program and the federal-provincial agreements.
Sincerely,
PAUL MOIST
National President
c.c: C. Généreux; Gilles Duceppe; Bill Graham; Jack Layton
cc*cope491
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posted by Anonymous Poster on February 10, 2006 09:04 AM | Rating: 0 Report this comment
I'd hate to say it was a shock, but when you check the definition of Conservative it is a person skeptical of change. adly this doesn't suprise me and I'm sure I am not alone!
Cupe member from NS
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Re: letter to PM
posted by Anonymous Poster on February 11, 2006 02:42 PM | Rating: -2 Report this comment
this action is a change in itself. I am not surprised that when the conservative government said they want change, it would be change for the rich, white, man. This is why the social servies are in jeporady- at least it is not a majority government, or we would all* be doomed!
*all but the rich, white, man, of course.
Reply to this comment
Re: letter to PM
posted by Anonymous Poster on February 14, 2006 10:13 PM | Rating: -2 Report this comment
"rich white man"- This sort of race based trash talk is exactly why unions are falling into such disrepute. Give your head a shake. Like millions of others, I belong to a union. Like millions of other union member, I am a white male. I work hard for my living to provide a decent quality of life for my family. I don't expect the government to raise my children, I can do that on my own - have been for years. The government owes me nothing and I am entitled to nothing. I pay my taxes for smooth roads and a strong military to keep riff raff out of Canada. I get neither, while others too lazy to work are busy thumping their chests, calling out for "more." Well, I have news for you- it's over. I voted conservative this time, because I am tired of being painted a villain. Enough is enough. If you want child care, pay for it yourself like I had to. Take on some responsibility, you might actually earn some respect rather than think you are entitled to it.
Asshole.