03/22/2026
As of Monday, March 16th, 2026 Cuba’s power grid collapsed due to US aggression and sanctions. The US has effectively orchestrated a humanitarian crisis where people are cut off from access to food, water, fuel, medicine, and electricity. Furthermore, the US continues to threaten Cuba’s sovereignty with overt remarks of “taking Cuba” for their own in a “friendly takeover”, and in Trump’s latest act of intimidation and abuse of power, has attempted to deter countries from providing Cubans with supplies by threatening more tariffs.
This is more than politics. This is economic warfare.
As labour activists and allies, we denounce these threats to Cuba’s right to self-determination and
recognize the catastrophe that these cruel acts of aggression have caused. Labour has long been an advocate for human rights, and so long as the US continues to trample on the liberties and well-being of people, we commit to using our platform and resources to advocate for change and to provide relief.
Here’s how we can help:
Containers 4 Cuba is providing emergency relief and medical supplies to Cuba. Tax deductible donations can be made by e-transfer to
[email protected]
Access to medical supplies and food are in severe shortage. Support international relief organizations like the Canadian Red Cross to deliver necessities.
Sign and share the petition to urge support from the Canadian government.
Join a rally to stand with Cuba on Sunday, March 29.
If you have any other ideas on how to provide assistance and solidarity, please reach out to
[email protected], and let us help amplify your resources.
An injury to one is an injury to all. End the blockade now.
In solidarity and struggle,
COPE Local 343 Executive Board
*Please check our website for links and further details*
