Once again, Canadians had great success at the CBTU International Convention held in Detroit in May, 2010. Congratulations to our CBTU Chapter President Janice Gairey on her re-election to the CBTU National Board, and to Christopher Wilson for being newly elected to the National Board! Keynote Speaker Christopher Wilson greeted the CBTU International Convention on behalf of our chapter.
Haiti, I Love You
It’s now been one month since the most tragic events to hit my beautiful island of Haiti. All Haitians in the world are mourning. Even though I was not born or even raised there, Haiti flows in my veins and in my heart. The last month has been hard for me knowing that I was there, on vacation for the holidays, 2 weeks prior to the events and knowing that I’ve lost friends, family members and people that I will never be able to see again. However, I console myself by knowing that the last memories of them were joyful.
Mother's Day Brunch
Moms, do you like your eggs scrambled or over-easy?
The CBTU is hosting a Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday May 9 2010 from 11am to 2pm at the OFL 15 Gervais Drive lower level. Tickets are $15.00 per person. Brunch will satisfy your soul and tummy, with delights such as hash browns ,eggs , sausages, bacon (chicken or turkey), muffins croissants, and assorted beverages. Please contact the CBTU for tickets.
Black History Month 2010
Please visit our Calendar page for more information on BHM events taking place across Canada.
Message from Your CBTU Chapter Executive Board
Dear Brothers and sisters.
Wishing everyone had a safe healthy and happy holiday and see you in the New Year. Here are the general membership meeting dates for the upcoming year including the National Convention(Detroit) in May 2010.
CBTU New Year's Eve Gala Cancelled
Unfortunately, the CBTU New Year's Eve Gala had to be cancelled due to a low response. We would like to thank those that showed their support to the event, and hope to celebrate with all members in the new year.
CBTU Award Dinner and Dance a Success!
The CBTU Awards Dinner and Dance held November 14th in Toronto was a tremendous success. Keynote speaker, Christopher Wilson from PSAC, made a riviting speech to the crowd entitled " The Party is Over", speaking to his vision of the role of the labour movement with respect to community building.
Reminder: CBTU Dinner Dance Tonight
Tonight, Saturday November 14, the CBTU will hold its 13th annual Awards Dinner Dance at La Villa Banquet Hall. Single tickets cost $75.00, tables of 8 cost 600$. We hope to see you there!
CBTU Fundraising Catalog
Looking for the perfect Holiday gift or card? The CBTU is putting through weekly orders from the African American Expressions catalogue below (prices in US Funds). Please mail your payment and order to the following address:
Next General Chapter Meeting
Our next CBTU general chapter meeting will take place on Wednesday December 2nd from 6-8pm at the Ontario Federation of Labour Building, at 15 Gervais Drive 4th floor.
