Who We Are
CUPE Local 1989 is more than just a bargaining unit — we’re a community of dedicated public service workers who care deeply about the work we do and the people we serve.
We’ve supported members across Mississauga in achieving better wages, fairer treatment, and stronger protections on the job.
From negotiating collective agreements to handling grievances, we make sure no worker faces workplace issues alone. Together, we build safer, more respectful, and more equitable workplaces — and a better future for everyone.
The People Behind Your Libraries
CUPE 1989 represents approximately 400 library workers who work at the 18 public libraries across Mississauga. We have a single collective agreement which covers both our full-time and part-time members.
Our members are frontline workers who serve the public directly and behind-the-scenes workers who ensure that we have materials and services to keep our libraries running.
Fifty-six percent of our members work part-time. About 20% of our members are librarians. Approximately 30% of our members are library Pages.
Mississauga’s libraries work because we do. We are proud of the valuable service we provide to the community, and we are consistently ranked as one of the favourite public services by the residents of Mississauga.
Our Goals
At CUPE 1989 , we work every day to protect the rights and dignity of our members, improve wages, benefits, and working conditions, ensure safe and respectful workplaces, advocate for strong public services, and empower members through education, engagement, and action.
