Just because your employer says you are an independent contractor, sub-contractor or broker doesn’t mean that you can’t have a fair and equitable workplace. Workers are entitled to protection and rights under federal and provincial legislation.

CUPW is a democratic union

• CUPW members have a say every step of the way. Members democratically elect their own representatives and make their own decisions about priorities for their contracts. Workplace representatives work closely with experienced CUPW negotiators to negotiate with their employers.
  
  
• CUPW has a good track record protecting and helping temporary and part-time workers who want more secure employment.
  
  
• CUPW has extensive experience with new technology and organizational change. We have negotiated better wages, better benefits and fair promotion systems, as well as training and education programs for our members.
  
  
• CUPW helps members set up committees to enforce good labour standards, health and safety regulations, and to ensure fair labour practices, even before workers gain formal union status.