Nova Scotia Union of Public & Private Employees

06/12/2026

Public libraries are the heart and soul of communities across Nova Scotia. They are far more than just places to borrow books—they provide vital services that thousands of Nova Scotians rely on every single day. From Sydney to Yarmouth, and everywhere in between, libraries foster education, support local economies, and build true community connection.

For families, they are a safe harbour offering early literacy programs and child-centred learning activities. For students and remote workers, they provide quiet study spaces and critical access to high-speed internet. For newcomers, seniors, and vulnerable citizens, library workers act as an indispensable lifeline—routinely helping folks navigate complex digital systems, file their taxes, apply for jobs, and connect with crucial social services. Our public libraries are unparalleled hubs for social inclusion and lifelong learning.

Yet, despite serving as the backbone of our communities, Nova Scotia’s public libraries are facing an unprecedented crisis. Flatlined and static provincial funding has failed to keep pace with skyrocketing inflation. Library boards across the province are being forced to make heartbreaking decisions, including cutting operational hours and permanently closing essential rural branches.

It is time for the Nova Scotia government to step up and fund our public libraries properly.

How You Can Help:

👉 Share Your Story: Comment below and tell us what your local library means to you.
👉 Contact Your MLA: Reach out to your Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) and demand that the provincial government increase funding for public libraries.
👉 Spread the Word: Share this video to ensure our leaders hear the collective voice of Nova Scotians standing up for our public library system.

Confederation of Canadian Unions Association of Employees Supporting Education Services Construction, Maintenance & Allied Workers Canada - CMAW CMAW 1735 Canadian Union of Skilled Workers Public and Private Workers of Canada - PPWC Canadian Union of Skilled Workers British Columbia York University Staff Association (YUSA) NSUPE Local 14 NSUPE Local 16 Canadian Blood Services NSUPE Local 19, Charlottetown workers

06/09/2026

📚❤️ Join us for a Community Read-In & Storytime ❤️📚

The community is invited to gather with laid-off library workers for an afternoon of stories, solidarity, and support.

📅 Saturday, June 13
⏰ 2:30 PM
📍 Port Williams Library

Libraries are more than buildings filled with books—they are community hubs that connect, educate, and inspire. Come share in the joy of reading while standing with the workers who have dedicated themselves to serving our communities.

Bring a book, bring a friend, and help us celebrate the important role libraries and library workers play in our lives.

06/03/2026

Enough is enough.
Our libraries matter. Our communities matter. We will continue to raise our voices in support of the workers, patrons, and families who rely on these vital services every day.

04/28/2026

On this National Day of Mourning, the Nova Scotia Union of Public & Private Employees stands with workers, families, and communities across Canada in remembering those who have been injured, made ill, or lost their lives due to workplace incidents.

But remembrance alone is not enough.

The most meaningful way to honour those we have lost is through action—by strengthening protections, remaining vigilant, and committing ourselves to safer workplaces for all. Every worker deserves to return home safely at the end of the day.

Because one death is too many.
And zero is the only acceptable goal.

Take a moment to learn more, share this message, and display a poster in your workplace to help raise awareness.

04/20/2026

Cumberland Public Libraries staff vote to unionize as Nova Scotia fails to fund branches

04/13/2026

Cumberland Library Workers Vote Unanimously to Join Union

04/11/2026

Cumberland Library Workers Unanimously Vote in Favour of Unionization.
Congratulations!🎉

Employees at Cumberland Public Libraries have voted unanimously in favour of unionizing.

04/11/2026

Unionization efforts yield unanimous support among Cumberland library workers

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/cumberland-library-workers-vote-unanimously-to-unionize-9.7160436?__vfz=medium%3Dsharebar

04/11/2026

The Cumberland library workers have achieved a unanimous vote in favour of unionization in Nova Scotia.
Congratulations! 🎉

Employees at Cumberland Public Libraries have voted unanimously in favour of unionizing.

04/08/2026

🎉Join us in welcoming our newest local!!!!🎉
📔Local 24- Cumberland Public Libraries! 📔