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The CUPE 3906 International Committee is recruiting 10 new members
Are you an international CUPE 3906 member who would like to help ensure that the needs of international workers at McMaster get the attention they deserve? Perhaps you are more interested in fostering a sense of community among your fellow international members? If so, you should join our International Committee! It requires very little commitment, typically about 2 hours or … Read More
The Unit 3 Professional Development Fund reimbursement maximum has increased to $400 per academic year for eligible members
The Fund has also been expanded to include research journal subscriptions, leadership development courses, and language courses, on top of the already expansive list of eligible expenses. Applications are being accepted electronically until further notice. Remember to combine your materials into a single document and then submit it to your Benefits Officer via email: benefits@cupe3906.org. For more information on the Unit 3 … Read More
The Unit 2 Health Care Spending Account entitlement is now $400 per academic year
Based on gains secured during our last round of collective bargaining, your Benefits Committee has voted to expand your HCSA entitlement. These gains could not have been secured without your support and mobilization during the bargaining process. Members of CUPE 3906 Unit 2 (Sessional Faculty and Hourly Rated Sessional Music Faculty working at McMaster University) may now submit up to $500 in eligible expenses, … Read More