Happy Pride Month – June 2026

 

As the month of June approaches and we look to celebrate pride month from June 1-30th, with family, friends and love ones, let us do so by supporting each other in accepting the differences in gender. It’s crucial we acknowledge and respect every individual’s identity by promoting love, kindness, and understanding.

LGBTQ2+ is a month to show support, not only now but always, to bond together and grow. Grow in our knowledge of acceptance while doing so with a listening ear, eager to learn.

Yet, there’s still work to be done.

Every individual deserves the freedom to live authentically, without fear of judgement or persecution. Let’s continue to break down barriers and stereotypes, promoting a world where everyone can thrive regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.

By promoting love, kindness and understanding we can create a world where everyone feels valued and empowered to live their truth. Let’s work together towards a more inclusive and compassionate society for all.

As we celebrate with each other “Happy Pride month and Pride Day”.

 

Cupe local 5441 Executive, trustees and stewards.

Equality Coordinator,
Cheryl Belgrave

PSW Zoom Call

Dear CUPE 5441 PSW/HCA/Clinical Assistance/Resident Assistants

OCHU will be holding a zoom call on May 06, 2026 @ 7pm to address some of the concerns regarding the new regulation measures being put in place.

Please see the link below for more information.

PSW ZOOM CALL POSTER 

On this Sunday, a special day.

We pause to honor you in every way, your presence lifts spirits everywhere.

On the front lines, through long hours and strain, you face each challenge again and again.

Compassion resilience and dedication, every act of kindness reflects in all you do.

For every patient, family and colleague alike.

This Sunday we celebrate the difference you make.

With gratitude and heartfelt praise.

We honor you today and always.

Black History Month

February is Black History Month, also known as African Heritage Month. Black History Month is a time to celebrate and highlight the best of Black History and culture, and to honour the ancestors and upcoming leaders of Black communities, their accomplishments and their continued fight for liberation. As we celebrate Black History month, February 1st to … Read more

OCHU UPDATE

Dear CUPE 5441
We have the results from Saturday’s ratification vote on the Negotiated Central Collective Agreement:
– 78.58% voted in favor of the contract.
– 21.42% voted against the contract.

For More Information Click The Link Below

OCHU NEWSLETTER

NOTICE OF ELECTIONS

NOTICE OF ELECTIONS

November 2025 Election Candidates

PHC Service Stewards

CANIDATES:         

Susan Lindeman                                                Nicole Cameron

Henok Lulseged                                                 Snezhana Kotevska

Sam Emmanuel                                                  Sugil Gnanapragasadas

Beverly Semple    

 

SMH Service Stewards

CANDIDATES:                                                                  

Marie Stephenson                                               Claudette Farquharson

Deoram Narain                                                    Stacy Sachse

    Kyle Reid                                                               Tatiana Diaz

Jason Amaral                                                       Demetri Kargov

Marcian Cotter  – Flyer                                      Devin Rodden

 Kevin Jones

 

Campaign material will be posted on the website

(Due to available space on bulletin boards and number of candidates)

Voting will commence at 12 noon on November 27, 2025 and will end at 12 noon on November 30, 2025.

Ballots will be sent to the email address currently on file or your unity email to vote for your respective site. If you have any questions or concerns with campaigns, campaign material or the voting process please contact the voting committee at Elections@cupe5441.ca