Connecting members to share their expertise and experience at the bargaining table.
Our national sector council is a forum for discussions on bargaining that go beyond our locals. It allows us to share strategies and information within our respective sectors, and nationally. It also helps provide more bargaining education and development to make our members better negotiators.
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Register now! National Sector Council Conference
Register now for CUPE’s National Sector Council Conference, taking place in Halifax from November 23–26, 2026.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Sectors of work
CUPE is Canada’s largest union, with over 800,000 members. It is also a very diverse union in terms of the sectors it represents. Our members work in eleven different sectors. Some sectors have over 150,000 members each, such as health care, education, and municipal services, while others have fewer members. However, our union relies on the strength of all its members, regardless of their sector or type of job. Learn more about each of these sectors and the specific issues facing each one.
About us
The Canadian Union of Public Employees is Canada’s largest union, with over 800,000 members across the country.
CUPE Constitution
The CUPE National Constitution as amended at the 2025 National Convention.
Financial statements
Every year, CUPE issues audited financial statements, giving all members a clear picture of the union’s finances. The statements are audited by an independent accounting firm and conform to accepted accounting practices.
Guide
CUPE National Sector Council Guidelines
For more information on how the new Sector Council will work, check out the Sector Council Guidelines.