There’s power in numbers! More than 30 volunteers from various union locals worked together repairing playgrounds, clearing foliage and making safer spaces for children and families at Coquitlam’s SHARE Family & Community Services.
Last week, dozens of labour activists from multiple unions and municipalities came together for the annual United Way British Columbia Labour Day of Caring with a full day of activity with SHARE Family & Community Services in Coquitlam.
Volunteers worked at a social housing complex doing a variety of tasks including repairing two playgrounds, clearing out thick foliage and debris, painting signs and fixing lights in order to create safer spaces for children and families. The annual event was sponsored by IBEW 213.
“Sponsoring and participating in the Labour Day of Caring at such an impactful agency near our own office means our members are building community where they live and work,” says Business Manager Adam Van Steinburg, IBEW 213. “Local 213 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers has been an enthusiastic supporter of the United Way for over 40 years. As our union continues to move forward with new ideas we look forward to continuing and growing our mutual efforts to improve the lives of working families in the Lower Mainland, and throughout the province.”
“Spending the day repairing a playground for kids and improving social housing is a great way to give back to the community,” said George Davison, President of the Federation of Post-Secondary Educators and Chair of the United Way British Columbia’s Campaign Labour Committee.
United Way invested $2 million in the Tri-Cities in 2016 funding 44 organizations including SHARE Family & Community Services.
Topics : Building strong communities, Labour, Volunteers
