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Marcela Quinonez: Keep moving forward, even with small steps

Marcela Quinonez knows what it’s like to not be able to turn to anyone who looks like you at work. It lit a fire inside her. “I made it my mission to be a visible representative of racialized people.” Learn more in this profile, one of a series sharing the stories of National Racial Justice Committee and National Indigenous Council members.

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Marcela Quinonez - Working for social justice with patience and dedication

Marcela Quinonez grew up in Colombia, and today, she works as a contract manager at Hydro-Québec. Alongside her career, she has been a passionate advocate for social justice, dedicating herself since childhood to initiatives that support vulnerable communities.

Our Time Together: A national space for Indigenous, Black, and racialized CUPE members and allies

Deadline extended! There’s still time to be part of the conversation about CUPE’s anti-racism work. Register by April 27 for this important online meeting.

Privatization a major barrier to racial justice: CUPE report

A new CUPE research report shines a spotlight on the ways for-profit services harm Indigenous, Black and racialized workers and their communities. The Colour of Privatization looks at the origins and ongoing impacts of privatization, shares members’ experiences with contracting out, and outlines concrete ways to fight racial discrimination and strengthen public services.

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December 9, 2024

Human Rights Day

The United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights on December 10, 1948, in response to the Second World War and ongoing colonialism.

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May 1 - 31, 2026

Jewish Heritage Month

The Jewish community has long played a central role in labour struggles and in the fight against discrimination in Canada. For Jewish Heritage Month, CUPE honours the historic role of the Jewish community in the promotion and defence of labour rights and social justice, and we call on our members to take action against the alarming surge of antisemitism in Canada and around the world. We must remain united and vigilant in our collective struggle against anti-Jewish hate.

May 1 - 31, 2026

Asian Heritage Month

During Asian Heritage Month, CUPE recognizes and celebrates the contributions that members of Asian communities have made to Canada, and to our union.

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Help put CUPE’s Anti-Racism Strategy into action

In 2021, national convention delegates adopted CUPE’s Anti-Racism Strategy. Everyone has a part to play in reaching the strategy’s 10 goals. Here are some ideas to get you started.

December 17, 2024

International Migrants Day

On December 18, CUPE expresses solidarity with people around the world who have been forced to leave their homes in search of decent work, safety, security, and a life where basic human and labour rights are respected.

Building local and global coalitions to fight racism

The fight for racial justice includes grassroots movement building, globally and locally. CUPE proudly organizes and fights with trade unions and social movements for a world free from oppression and discrimination in all its forms.