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Sherry Hillier Re-Elected as CUPE NL President

ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland and Labrador--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CUPE Newfoundland and Labrador held their 51st annual convention this week, hosting delegates from across the province. They came together to vote on resolutions on fighting privatization, supporting migrant workers, and lifting up young workers.

Sherry Hillier Re-Elected as CUPE NL President

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This Wednesday, elections for several positions on the executive board were held, including the position of division president. Sherry Hillier was re-elected as president and will serve a two-year term.

“It’s an honour to be president of CUPE Newfoundland and Labrador and I am so thankful that my fellow members trust me to continue the work,” said Hillier. “For the next two years, I will continue to fight for workers across the province, pushing for better wages, safer working conditions, and improved benefits for all.”

The positions of vice president, recording secretary, executive officer and 3-year trustee were also up for election.

“Our new executive, a mix of old and newly elected delegates, will start our work in earnest,” finished Hillier, “because that’s what our fellow members deserve.”

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Contacts

Sherry Hillier
CUPE NL President
(709) 765-2996

Taylor Johnston
CUPE Atlantic Communications Representative
tjohnston@cupe.ca

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Contacts

Sherry Hillier
CUPE NL President
(709) 765-2996

Taylor Johnston
CUPE Atlantic Communications Representative
tjohnston@cupe.ca

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