Congress of Union Retirees of Canada
The Congress of Union Retirees of Canada is an affiliate of the Canadian Labour Congress established in 1991. Over half a million people belong to the retiree organization.
Organization
The group functions as an umbrella organization for the retiree divisions of Canadian trade unions, although individual retirees and their spouses can also join directly. The organizational structure includes in provincial, territorial, and regional councils which coordinate with the broader labour movement.Activities
CURC advocates politically for the interests of pensioners. Specifically, they campaign for strengthening private pensions, expanding the Canada Pension Plan, increasing the Guaranteed Income Supplement, and gradually lowering the retirement age.The group also organize social functions such as reunions and picnics. Members provide inter-generational mentorships with emerging labour activists.