Members are invited to join this year’s ceremony in Burnaby virtually at 11am on April 28 – Details and link are here
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Volunteer at Burnaby’s Tree Chipping event Jan. 4 & 5
We’re asking for members to volunteer an hour or 2 on either day.
Donation event, proceeds supporting Burnaby’s warming centre programs.
Call or email the office – 604-298-0200 – info@cupe23.ca – to sign up for your preferred time slot (see chart below)
2019 Family Skating Party
Registration deadline is Friday Nov. 29 – print form from here
Workers’ Remembrance at Burnaby Village Museum – Memorial Fountain – Nov. 8
CUPE 23 members, please join us on Friday, November 8, 2019 at Noon at the Memorial Fountain at the Burnaby Village Museum as we remember and honour those members of the Burnaby Civic Employees’ Union who served our country and gave their lives in the First World War. We will take the opportunity to recognize the service of all who came after them in other conflicts and missions around the world. We will gather and observe a minute of silence to acknowledge their sacrifices.
History of Resistance in Burnaby
Burnaby Neighbourhood History
Free Speakers Series and Walking Tours
Explore a range of local history, heritage, and cultural topics. Community members are invited to bring their own stories, memories and questions to share. Presented in partnership by the Burnaby Village Museum and the Burnaby Public Library. Presentations are free but registration is required. Call the library at 604-436-5400 to reserve your place or use the links below to register online.
Songs of Resistance
October 16, 7-8:30pm
Burnaby Village Museum | 6501 Deer Lake Avenue
Register » https://www.bpl.bc.ca/events/burnaby-neighbourhood-series-songs-of-resistance
Join Solidarity Notes Labour Choir and City of Burnaby Heritage Planner Lisa Codd for an evening of song and short presentations about some of the protests and strikes that are part of Burnaby’s history. Singing along is encouraged! In partnership with the City of Burnaby Community Heritage Commission.
September Council Meeting – Mayor’s Proclamation of CUPE 23 Centenary
Join members of your Executive Board at the September 9 City Council meeting for a proclamation and acknowledgement of our 100 year anniversary:
Volunteer with our community outreach
Join us as we tell the community in Burnaby about all the great work that we do!
Spend an hour with us chatting with folks and giving away promotional items.
Burnaby Pride Street Party – Saturday Aug. 10 – 12-4 pm
Jubilee Ave (between Nelson Ave & Imperial St – 6749 Nelson Ave
Willingdon Community Fair – Wednesday Aug. 14 – 5 – 8 pm
Contact Sarah to volunteer – librarychair@cupe23.ca 604-837-9264
Workers’ Remembrance at Burnaby Village Museum
CUPE 23 members, please join us on Friday, November 9, 2018 at Noon at the Memorial Fountain at the Burnaby Village Museum as we remember and honour those members of the Burnaby Civic Employees’ Union who served our country and gave their lives in the First World War. We will take the opportunity to recognize the service of all who came after them in other conflicts and missions around the world. We will gather and observe a minute of silence to acknowledge their sacrifices.