Sisters, Brothers and Siblings:
It is an honour and a privilege to be the elected Toronto CUPW Local President. Our Local boasts diversity and I am proud to be part of it and to recognize it.
Sisters, Brothers and Siblings:
It is an honour and a privilege to be the elected Toronto CUPW Local President. Our Local boasts diversity and I am proud to be part of it and to recognize it.
This month Keralites from India’s southern most Province will celebrate Onam, a harvest festival celebrated worldwide by Malayalee’s. Onam is a celebration that embodies cultural unity and joy. It spans ten days, with the grandest celebration on Thiruvonam, the 15th of September this year. Intricate Pooka lamps, which are made from fresh flowers, adorn homes and community spaces, while each day brings new traditions. The final day features the famous Onam Sadhya (Lunch), a vegetarian feast on banana leaves with over 25 delicious dishes. Cultural activities like Thiruvathira, Kaikottikali, boat races, and games add to the festivities.
Let us unite to honour this beautiful tradition and celebrate the spirit of Onam.
Many CUPW members claim Malayalee origin. We are proud of the Malayalee’s harvest festival in CUPW and invite all our sisters, brothers, and siblings to celebrate Malayalee’s harvest festival Month by participating in an event or activity near you!
In Solidarity,
Mark Lubinski
Toronto Local
President
September 13, 2024
Sisters and Brothers,
On June 16, 2026, Toronto Local is scheduling the regular membership monthly meeting in person.
DISCLAIMER FOR THE MEETING:
It is important that we continue to respect the privacy of every member including, but not limited to all the activists, Shop Stewards and Union officers. By participating in the meeting, you agree to the following:
You must not record, share or post the meeting documents or any photos from this meeting without prior permission from Toronto Local
Toronto Local officer (Recording Secretary or any other officer or member that the Local assigned for this duty) will be the only authorized person to take the General Membership minutes for the Local records and usage. The General Membership meeting will facilitate under the Toronto Local By-Laws and the National Constitution. All participants must treat each other with respect during the meeting.
Attention: E.S.S. and Shop Stewards
Please share and post all the Union Literatures and notices that you receive on the Union boards, as per the By-Laws.
In Solidarity,
Abdi Hagi Yusuf,
Secretary-Treasurer,
CUPW Toronto Local
May 21, 2026.

Sisters and Brothers,
Listed below are the dates, times and places of where the ratification votes will take place. Please note that it is mandatory to listen to the short presentation before casting your vote.
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TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2026 – (URBAN)
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION
243 COXWELL AVENUE, TORONTO, ONTARIO.
* FIVE MEETINGS – 7:00 A.M. 1:00 P.M. 3:00 P.M. 4:30 P.M.
& 7:00 P.M.*
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FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2026 - (URBAN)
HILTON GARDENS INN - (IN THE BALLROOM)
1870 MATHESON BLVD. MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO.
SIX MEETINGS - 7:00 A.M. 11:30 A.M. 2:00 P.M.
4:00 P.M. 6:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.
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SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026 - (URBAN & RSMC)
UNION HALL
47 DENSLEY AVENUE, TORONTO, ONTARIO.
TWO MEETINGS
10:00 A.M. - (R.S.M.C.)
&
*12:00 NOON 2:00 P.M. (URBAN)*
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Trusting you will make effort possible to attend one of these meetings.
In Solidarity,
Abdi Hagi Yusuf,
Secretary-Treasurer,
CUPW Toronto Local.
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April 15, 2026
