CUPE Local 1883

09/01/2026

Our members have spoken. ✊

CUPE 1883 members voted YES to job action, sending a clear message that we will stand up for good jobs, strong public services, and the residents we serve.

Waterloo Region is growing. Our public services should be growing with it.

Read the full article from CommunityWire below. 👇
https://www.communitywire.ca/2026/09/01/cupe-1883-members-vote-overwhelmingly-for-job-action-as-region-undermines-frontline-services/

Responsible Growth Requires Strong Public Services.

WATERLOO, ON — (COMMUNITYWIRE) — Waterloo regional councillors are making a familiar mistake: […]

08/29/2026

🎨☀️ We’re at Busker Fest today!

Come say hi to CUPE 1883 between 11 AM and 2 PM! We’re handing out colouring books and freezies for the kids, plus we have a limited supply of free watering cans while supplies last. 💧

Public services help keep Waterloo Region growing, thriving, and strong.

Public services keep Waterloo Region growing. 🌱💧

Come visit us and grab a freebie while they last!

08/13/2026

A sweet show of solidarity! 🍪🧁✊

A big thank you to Heath, President of UNIFOR 4304, for dropping off some treats for our bargaining team during bargaining!

UNIFOR 4304 represents the operators at Grand River Transit, and we’re grateful for their support and solidarity. When workers stand together, we’re stronger! 💪 Across the region, all of our unions continue to have each other’s backs, not just during bargaining, but every day.

08/11/2026

📣 BACK TO THE BARGAINING TABLE

We’re back in bargaining this week.

Our bargaining committee is continuing to fight for a strong collective agreement that protects our members, strengthens job security, and recognizes the important work we do every day to deliver public services in Waterloo Region.

💪 We’re standing together.
✊ We’re staying focused.
🤝 And we’re ready to keep pushing for progress.

Responsible Growth Requires Strong Public Services.

08/02/2026

CUPE 1883 stands in solidarity with the more than 4,700 Cabin Crew represented by CUPE 8125 as they fight for a simple principle: all work must be paid work.

Whether it’s serving our communities or keeping Canadians safe in the skies, workers deserve respect, fair compensation, and a voice on the job. Strong services are built on strong workers.

Our campaign reminds us that Responsible Growth Requires Strong Public Services. That same principle starts with respecting the people who do the work. When workers are treated fairly, everyone benefits.

We stand with CUPE 8125 in their fight for fair pay, dignity, and respect.

An injury to one is an injury to all.

07/17/2026

894 buttons.

Each one represents a CUPE 1883 member who shows up every day to deliver the public services our communities rely on.

Each one also represents something bigger than a button. It represents solidarity. It represents standing together. It represents the collective strength of nearly 900 workers united behind a common goal.

As bargaining continues, every visible act of support matters. Every button worn is a reminder that responsible growth requires strong public services, and strong public services depend on the dedicated workers who deliver them every day.

Together, we are stronger. ✊

07/15/2026

Solidarity in action! ✊

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at this morning’s Day of Action rally at 99 Regina St. It was incredible to see so many CUPE 1883 members come together to show their support for our bargaining committee and demonstrate that we’re united as we work toward a fair collective agreement.

A special thank you to our friends from ONA Local 015 for joining us in solidarity. Your support means so much and is a reminder that when unions stand together, we’re stronger together.

We’re also grateful to the Starbucks Uptown Waterloo team for fueling our morning with coffee. We’re proud to support the first Starbucks location in Ontario to unionize, where workers have been represented by the United Steelworkers since 2023.

Our strength at the bargaining table comes from the solidarity of our membership.

07/15/2026

We’re proud to support the Waterloo Busker Carnival this August!

Strong communities are built through strong public services, vibrant local events, and partnerships that bring people together. We’re excited to be part of this year’s festival and celebrate with our community.

Stop by the CUPE 1883 booth on August 29th to say hello, learn more about the important work our members do, and join in the fun! 🎪💜

A massive thank you to our incredible sponsors - your generosity and support bring our carnival to life and we couldn’t do it without you!

07/14/2026

Solidarity is more than a word. It’s showing up for one another. 💜✊

A heartfelt thank you to our colleagues in ONA Local 015, representing the Region of Waterloo’s Public Health Nurses, for dropping by this morning with treats for our bargaining team.

These acts of solidarity remind us that while we may belong to different unions, we all share a commitment to supporting the workers who provide vital public services in our community.

Thank you, ONA Local 015, for standing with CUPE 1883.

07/13/2026

📢 Bargaining in Progress

Today marks the start of our second week of bargaining between CUPE 1883 and the employer. Your bargaining team is at the table today at 99 Regina St, Waterloo working to achieve a fair collective agreement for our members.

✊ For more information on bargaining and upcoming bargaining dates, visit cupe1883.ca.
Together, we're stronger.