City of Brandon and CUPE Union Finalize 4-Year Collective Agreement

The City of Brandon is pleased to announce the successful completion of a new four-year agreement with CUPE Local 69 Union. This agreement, which is retroactive to Jan. 1, 2024, and extending through to Dec. 31, 2027, includes an annual wage increase of 2.5%.

“This newly formed agreement is not solely about wages — it is about ensuring continued delivery of exceptional services to residents, shares City of Brandon Human Resources Director Lola Oyeladun. “An engaged workforce translates to higher service quality, improved efficiency, and a stronger sense of community pride. Our employees are truly the cornerstone of the services provided to its residents.”

Oyeladun adds, “This agreement marks a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to fostering a positive and collaborative work environment for all city employees. Strategic compensation adjustments have been implemented to reinforce our organization as an Employer of Choice while ensuring responsible financial management. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the negotiation teams for their hard work, dedication, and unwavering commitment throughout the negotiation process.”

Through continued investment and collaboration across the City of Brandon, we are not only enhancing the capabilities of our current workforce but also positioning the City to attract new talent interested in fulfilling careers in public service. Individuals ranging from high school students to skilled professionals are invited to explore the opportunities available and join a team that values their contributions. Current opportunities can be found online at jobbank.brandon.ca.

CUPE Local 69 members ratified the collective agreement on Mar. 4, 2025, and Brandon City Council approved it on Mar. 17. CUPE Local 69 represents 233 permanent and 79 temporary employees in Brandon.