CUPE is proud to be a leader in advocating for more inclusive and representative workplaces. Our communities deserve public services that reflect the people who live and work in them.
Employment equity is an essential part of this work. Employment equity plans help remove barriers so that groups of people who face historical and ongoing discrimination can succeed in our workplaces.
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This guide is for CUPE bargaining teams, local executives, equity committee members, and every CUPE member working to advance human rights. It includes information on discrimination and employment equity, sample collective agreement language to bargain, and checklists to keep your work on track.
Use this guide to educate yourself and other CUPE members, to identify barriers in your workplace, and to bargain for change. Work with your CUPE national representative and human rights representative to develop and negotiate the best language for your local’s needs.
Everyone benefits when our workplaces reflect our communities. Employment equity ensures fairness and human rights in employment, and it builds CUPE’s diversity and strength.
As CUPE members, we have the power to bargain for employment equity and advocate for inclusive workplaces. Let’s get to work.
