After careful contemplation, and considering current COVID-19 restrictions and social distancing policies, the decision has been made to unfortunately cancel the Annual Children’s Christmas Party for 2020.
This year’s Board of Directors Election will be held online from October 27-30, 2020. Online voter information and the Candidate Forum video recording for your viewing have been added. You must be a card-carrying CSU 52 member to vote.
A transcript of the EPL Unit Meeting that was held through Zoom on June 29, 2020 is now available for EPL Members (password-protected).
EPCOR Members, you are invited to an important Contractual Unit Meeting that will be held online via Zoom. This is an “open floor” opportunity that will allow members to ask questions regarding the COVID-19 situation, bargaining, or anything work related.
Members, you are invited to an important General Membership Meeting that will be held online via Zoom. Registration and card-carrying status is required.
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, upcoming CSU 52 Meetings & Events have been cancelled/postponed or have shifted to being held online. Next General Meeting: June 23 held online thru Zoom
We are looking for Members to help hand out glow sticks at the free Fire Sculpture event, presented by Silver Skate Festival, in Hawrelak Park.
The cancelled January 14, 2020 General Membership Meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, February 4, 2020 – 5:30 pm at the Norwood Legion.
The Social Committee once again presents the Sunridge Ski Area event, still just $5 a ticket!
Posted 1/9/2020
The Public Events Committee is looking for Members to help hand out promotional items at the Chinese New Year celebrations in Edmonton’s Chinatown.
1/9/2020
CSU 52 Members, you are invited to our Union 101 training session with Brandi Thorne on January 25, 2020.
Posted 12/17/2019
The Public Events Committee is looking for Members to help spread the New Year’s cheer by handing out promotional glowsticks to even attendees.
Updated 11/20/2019
The Chief Shop Steward Election took place November 19 (2-year term commencing January 1, 2020 • JOLENE HUTSEAL elected
Posted 11/8/2019
Guest Speaker: Perri Garvin (Topic: Domestic Violence in the Workplace) • Nominations & Election of Chief Shop Steward (2-Year Term)
10/23/2019
The Social Committee’s Annual Children’s Christmas Party at Galaxyland, exclusively for CSU 52 Members and their children/grandchildren, returns for another year! Ticket sales begin November 4th.
Posted 10/7/2019
Attendance quorum was not reached for the October 1st General Membership Meeting. No official business was conducted – as a result, a Special Meeting has been called for Tuesday, October 22nd at the Norwood Legion, 5:30 PM start time.
9/12/2019
CSU 52 invites you to have a community conversation about workplace bullying and harassment – September 19, 2019 at the Norwood Legion.
8/30/2019
Join us to learn about the different types of Seniority, the benefits of Seniority, when and how to use it in the Hiring Process, and other factors involved during hiring. RSVP is appreciated.
8/28/2019
CSU 52 Members, you are invited to our Union 101 training session with Brandi Thorne on September 14, 2019.
8/27/2019
We are proud to be one of many organizations in support of this year’s Lift the Silence for Mental Wellness event in recognition of the International Day for Suicide Prevention. Free BBQ • Information Fair • Live Entertainment • Karaoke
Updated 9/26/2019
-THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT- An evening of five pin bowling for CSU 52 Members & Family returns for the 8th straight year at the Bonnie Doon Bowling Lanes!
8/19/2019
The CSU 52 Public Events Committee is seeking volunteers to assist the EDLC in their 10th Annual Labour Day BBQ for the unemployed and underemployed.
7/23/2019
The Public Events Committee is seeking volunteers for the 3rd Annual EPCOR RiverFest in the City of Devon.
Posted 6/21/2019
The Public Events Committee is seeking volunteers during Canada Day (July 1, 2019) celebrations on the Legislature grounds.
Posted 6/11/2019
The Public Events Committee is seeking volunteers for an exhibition table at this event on Saturday, June 22nd.
5/1/2019
CSU 52 Members, you are invited to our Union 101 training session with Brandi Thorne on May 11, 2019.
4/30/2019
Special presentation on Retiree Benefits by the Alberta Retired Teachers’ Association (ARTA) during the Shop Steward Training Session on May 21, 2019; all Members invited.
4/8/2019
Dust off your shoes and come on out to the Annual Spring Banquet honouring 2018 Retirees!
3/29/2019
Please join us, April 3rd, along with the growing list of co-hosting Associations to understand what’s at stake for working Albertans in the upcoming election.
5/23/2019
“Let’s Talk About Sexual Harassment in Libraries” – EPL Members, please attend the next Contractual Unit Meeting at the Union Office.
Posted 1/22/2019
All Members are invited to attend this Shop Steward Training Session on February 19, 2019 that includes a presentation from Money Mentors.
Posted 1/15/2019
The Social Committee once again presents the snowtube/ski/snowboard event, still just $5 a ticket!
Posted 1/25/2019
City of Edmonton Members, please attend the next Contractual Unit Meeting.
Topic of discussion: Negotiations Update
Posted June 22, 2018 Interested in playing slo-pitch this summer with fellow Union Members? The Young Workers Committee invites you to join at no cost to you – all fees are covered by CSU 52 for dues-paying Members.
Posted June 18, 2018 The Public Events Committee is looking for CSU 52 Members who would be interested in volunteering on Canada Day by handing out glow sticks to the general public prior to the fireworks. Members will receive a
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Posted April 17, 2018 The Edmonton and District Labour Council would like to invite you to attend their Day of Mourning Ceremony on Saturday, April 28. The ceremony is to recognize those workers killed or injured at work and to
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Posted March 22, 2017 Please join your fellow CSU 52 Members of the City of Edmonton at the April 17th Contractual Unit Meeting at the Norwood Legion. Items of discussion include:
Posted March 12, 2018 Dust off your shoes and come out to socialize with friends and colleagues! What Annual Spring Banquet Honouring 2017 Retirees When Saturday, April 28, 2018 Cocktails at 5:00 p.m. Dinner at 6:00 p.m.
On Wednesday August 22, 2018 the Union will be offering a training session for new Shop Stewards, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Lunch will also be provided from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. for this event. This training is
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Posted February 26, 2018 Every year in Edmonton and around the world, men and women gather to celebrate the legacy of those who have fought for women’s rights and to call for action to continue to work against sexism and
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Posted February 28, 2018 Chief Shop Steward, Amanda Hall, invites all CSU 52 Members across all five Bargaining Units to attend this informative Shop Steward Training Session featuring special guest, Dewey Funk (OH&S Advisor, United Nurses of Alberta), who will
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Posted November 14, 2017 Event: Annual Children’s Christmas Party Location: Galaxyland Amusement Park, West Edmonton Mall Date: November 12, 2017 Photographer: Lan Diep-Young
Welcome to the Elections 2017 page. Updates on the CSU 52 Board of Directors Election will be posted here. Updated November 22, 2017
Posted October 27, 2017 Please join your fellow CSU 52 Members of the Edmonton Public Library to the November 16th Contractual Unit Meeting at the Union Office. Refreshments and light snacks will be provided at 6:00 p.m. with the meeting
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Posted January 4, 2018 The Social Committee has put together a new and fun event exclusively for CSU 52 Members and family! Saturday, February 3, 2018 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunridge Ski Area, 10980 – 17 Street $5 per
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Updated October 17, 2017 The Social Committee has put together a fun event exclusively for CSU 52 Members and their children/grandchildren! Sunday, November 12, 2017 9:00 AM to Noon only 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM only Galaxyland, West Edmonton Mall
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Posted August 23, 2017 City of Edmonton Unit Meeting – September 7, 2017
Posted May 17, 2017 General Meeting & Open House BBQ – June 6, 2017
Posted April 25, 2017 City of Edmonton Unit Meeting – May 2, 2017
City of Edmonton Contractual Unit Meeting Learn about your rights as an employee based on your contractual agreement. Topics include: • Bereavement leave • Unpaid leave of absence • Vacation time • Coffee and lunch breaks • Overtime and am
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Posted March 27, 2017 CSU 52’s Annual Spring Banquet will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2017. This year we are honouring members who retired in 2016. If you are unable to purchase your tickets from the CSU 52 Office,
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Posted February 9, 2017 TELUS World of Science Members’ Meetings – February 15 & 21, 2017
Updated May 11, 2016
Welcome to the Elections 2016 page. Updates on the CSU 52 Board of Directors Election will be posted here. Updated October 27, 2016 Election Results Thank you to all Members who voted in this year’s Board of Directors Election! The
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Posted May 16, 2016 The Alberta Labour History Institute (ALHI) invites CSU 52 members to commemorate the thirty-year Anniversary of “The Summer of ’86” on Saturday, June 4, 2016. This is a free event; please RSVP to Alvin Finkel via
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Posted April 29, 2016 May 1st is international Workers’ Day. Each year events are organized across the country to celebrate gains in quality of life which unions have secured for union members and society as a whole. This year’s Edmonton
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Posted April 1, 2016 CSU 52’s Annual Spring Banquet will be held on Saturday, April 30, 2016. This year we are honouring members who retired in 2015. Download Poster
Posted April 14, 2016 EPCOR Unit Meeting – April 27, 2016
Posted April 14, 2016 TELUS World of Science – Edmonton Unit Meeting – April 20, 2016
Posted April 1, 2016 City Unit Meeting – April 19, 2016
Posted February 5, 2016 City Shop Steward Meeting – February 25, 2016
Posted February 5, 2016 Library Unit Meeting – February 16, 2016
The Social Committee held the annual Kids’ Christmas Party at Galaxyland, West Edmonton Mall, on November 21, 2015.
Posted November 25, 2015 The General Membership Meeting for the month of December will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at the Norwood Legion (11150 – 82 Street) at 5:30 p.m. All Members are invited to attend. A turkey
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Updated November 12, 2015 ELECTION RESULTS An election was held November 4, 10 and 12, 2015 for the Board of Directors position of Chief Trustee (one position for a 1-year term). The result is as follows: CANDIDATE VOTES RECEIVED Donna Demyen
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Posted October 29, 2015 Exclusively for CSU 52 Members only. Ticket sales November 2nd to November 18th only. Download Poster
Photography credit: Vasilly Kim
Posted October 9, 2015 Please be advised that quorum was not met at the October 6, 2015 General Membership Meeting. Due to lack of a quorum, an extended General Membership Meeting has been scheduled for: GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING 3:00 p.m. on
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Posted September 16, 2015 Revised September 21, 2015 2015 EXECUTIVE BOARD NOMINATIONS Nominations for the CSU 52 Executive Board will be accepted at the next General Membership Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2015 @ 5:30 p.m. Norwood Legion 11150 – 82
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Posted October 16, 2015 The Union will be holding two meetings to provide clarification regarding the scheduling language that is contained in the Collective Agreement and to gather information regarding some scheduling concerns that we’ve been hearing from our members.
Posted August 26, 2015 Please note that a New Business item will be brought forward at the September General Membership Meeting regarding the tentative purchase of an office building for relocation of CSU 52. A presentation will be made to
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Posted August 13, 2015 COMING TO A WORKPLACE NEAR YOU!! CSU 52 will be holding EXECUTIVE BOARD ELECTIONS OCTOBER 2015 & SHOP STEWARD ELECTIONS NOVEMBER 2015 Watch for more details to come! [ PDF version to post ]
Posted May 29, 2015 Please be advised that the June 2nd General Membership Meeting location has been changed to: NORWOOD LEGION 11150 – 82 Street 5:00 PM Come rain or shine! This invitation is for ALL CSU 52 Members. A
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Posted May 22, 2015 Download PDF
Posted April 28, 2015 Brothers and Sisters, As you are aware, Premier Jim Prentice has called an election and Albertans will be going to the polls on May 5. As a Coalition we have been paying close attention as news
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Posted April 21, 2015 Please note that due to the May 5th Provincial Election falling on the same day as the May 2015 CSU 52 General Membership Meeting, the Executive Board of CSU 52 has, by motion, cancelled the May
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Posted September 5, 2017 ANNUAL BOWLING NIGHT Presented by the Young Workers Committee Date: Saturday, September 23, 2017 Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Location: Bonnie Doon Bowling Lanes, 8330 – 82 Avenue Cost: $5 per person (includes shoe rental)
