Capital Regional District
About Our Capital Regional District Members
CUPE Local 1978 represents employees serving the Capital Regional District (CRD), the regional government for 13 municipalities and three electoral areas on southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.
Our members play essential roles in public administration, environmental management, and regional services that support over 460,000 residents.
Where Our Members Work
Our members contribute across a broad range of services, including regional parks and recreation, water supply, solid waste management, affordable housing, planning, transportation, and emergency response, helping to create a livable, sustainable, and resilient region for all communities.
CRD CUPE Local 1978 Collective Agreement 2022-2024 (PDF)
We are currently bargaining with the CRD and GVLRA.
CRD Unit Chair:
Cale McLellan
Coordinators:
James Kroening
Mac Valentine
Tim Panagrot
Shane Reimer
Shop Stewards:
Graziella Martin
Perry Watson
Phil Franklin
Tyler Lynk
Burn Hemus
Hew Padmore
Logan Gilliland
Clay Spencer
Vilma Battaglia
Brittany Wright
Lance Hurrel