“Transgender and gender-expansive people are valued members of our communities. They deserve to be treated with dignity and respect and enjoy full equality of rights and freedom from discrimination, harassment, and violence.” ― Larry Brown, NUPGE President
Equality and Human Rights
November 8, 2019
Workers allege that when they develop injuries, the company engages in harassment in order to force them to quit. They say that when they ask to be relocated to other factory positions, their requests are often met with delay or denial.
October 30, 2019
Despite their diversity, these cases of civil unrest are commonly rooted in deeply structural issues.
October 15, 2019
National Union releases a Voter’s Guide factsheet on Immigrant and Refugee Rights.
October 4, 2019
National Union releases a Voter’s Guide factsheet on Indigenous Rights.
October 3, 2019
“The violence experienced by Indigenous women, girls, and gender diverse people in Canada is a national tragedy. United, we will demand action on an issue that impacts us all!” — Native Women's Association of Canada (NWAC)
September 3, 2019
Led by Adrienne Smith, a transgender human rights activist and drug-policy lawyer, the day-long workshop will explore the union’s role in ending discrimination against transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming folx.
August 28, 2019
We need to use our power to shape our country and our government so it acts for the common good of the many, not for the chosen few.
August 12, 2019
“Any strategy for youth that doesn't engage youth in the planning process will fail. It's critical that they're involved from step one.” ― Larry Brown, NUPGE President
August 9, 2019
NUPGE is urging all Canadians to write, call, and email federal leaders and ask them to commit both to the debate and including a National Action Plan on violence against women in their platforms.