CUPE

British

/ ˈkjuːpɪ /

acronym

Canadian Union of Public Employees

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Example Sentences

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That figure is similar to what was reported by nearly 10,000 flight attendants in a survey done by Cupe in late December 2022.

From BBC

It is supported by CUPE, and it seems to be the source for many protesters signs, social media posts and focus for the strike.

From Salon

While Air Canada's flight attendants are not in contract talks, the Toronto delays are reducing rest times, said Wesley Lesosky, president of CUPE's airline division.

From Reuters

"Never, never shall I forget the day old Cupe ran away with his market wagon," and he kicked his legs with enthusiasm.

From Project Gutenberg

Horn tells his story, and Aylmar likes him, and bids Athelbrus, his steward, teach him woodcraft, and the harp and song, and also to carve and be cupbearer:— Bifore me to kerve And of the cupe serve.

From Project Gutenberg

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