CUPE Local 1606

CUPE Local 1606 A group of loyal, hardworking education workers, who are dedicated to the safety, education, and enrichment of the students in Buffalo Trail Public Schools.

We are EAs, LCFs, office administrators, custodians and facilities. Commenting Policy and Moderation Standards

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Almost there! This school year took patience, flexibility, humour, teamwork, and probably a lot of coffee.So tell us — w...
06/23/2026

Almost there!
This school year took patience, flexibility, humour, teamwork, and probably a lot of coffee.

So tell us — what got you through?

Drop it in the comments!

Please keep names and identifying details private.

Let’s have a little end-of-school-year fun!
06/22/2026

Let’s have a little end-of-school-year fun!

Enjoy the summer… but maybe save this post for later!The countdown to another school year has already begun. Here are a ...
06/19/2026

Enjoy the summer… but maybe save this post for later!

The countdown to another school year has already begun. Here are a few key dates for CUPE 1606 members to keep in mind as we head toward September.

📅 August 26 – Staff Return to Schools
📅 August 27 – BTPS Day
📅 August 28 – Support Staff Conference (Lakeland College, Vermilion)
📅 September 2 – Students Return

Until then, enjoy every moment of your summer break—you’ve earned it!

Will we be able to reach you this summer?As we head into the last two weeks of school, please take a moment to make sure...
06/18/2026

Will we be able to reach you this summer?

As we head into the last two weeks of school, please take a moment to make sure CUPE 1606 has your current personal email address and phone number.

Many members lose access to division email over the summer, and we don’t want you to miss important updates about bargaining, elections, benefits, opportunities, or local communications.

A quick update now helps us stay connected all summer long.

CUPE 1606 Scholarship Opportunity CUPE 1606 is proud to support students in our community through our annual $1,000 scho...
06/17/2026

CUPE 1606 Scholarship Opportunity

CUPE 1606 is proud to support students in our community through our annual $1,000 scholarship.

Open to Buffalo Trail Public Schools students, this scholarship recognizes hard work, dedication, and future potential while helping support educational goals.

Application Deadline: September 1

Investing in students today helps build a stronger community tomorrow.

For details and application information, visit 1606.cupe.ca.

USE IT OR LOSE IT This is a friendly reminder to check your Health Spending Account (HSA) and Wellness Spending Account ...
06/16/2026

USE IT OR LOSE IT

This is a friendly reminder to check your Health Spending Account (HSA) and Wellness Spending Account (WSA) balances.

CUPE 1606 members receive up to $300 annually to help offset eligible health and wellness expenses.

Any remaining funds must be used by August 31, 2026.

Unused funds will be forfeited and cannot be carried forward indefinitely.

Don’t leave benefits you’ve earned on the table—review your balance and make a plan to use any remaining funds before the deadline.

06/14/2026

This is excellent advice!

06/13/2026

You’re going to want to see this.

It’s here!
The new CUPE 1606 shirt design is officially revealed!

Simple. Bold. Unified.

Some things you don’t just wear — you represent.

This isn’t just a shirt. It’s a reflection of the people who keep our schools running every single day — showing up with commitment, care, and strength.

Proud. United. Stronger Together.

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO VOTE! This is it, CUPE 1606!After an incredible response from members, voting closes tonight an...
06/12/2026

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO VOTE!

This is it, CUPE 1606!

After an incredible response from members, voting closes tonight and one design will soon be crowned the winner.

Three designs.
Hundreds of opinions.
One shirt that will represent our local.

If you’ve been meaning to vote, now is the time. Don’t miss your chance to help choose the design that members will proudly wear across our schools and communities.

Vote NOW at: https://1606.cupe.ca/resources/contests/

06/11/2026

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