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The Tranquille occupation took place concurrently with Operation Solidarity in 1983, a province-wide movement to fight the then-Social Credit government's budget cutbacks and regressive legislation. One of those cutbacks was the announced closure of Tranquille, a residential complex for people with developmental disabilities. The government had no plan for what would happen to the residents. During the 22-day occupation, union members occupied the facility and managed it themselves, to increase pressure on the government to protect their jobs and the future of the facility's 350 residents. Click here to learn more and watch the video on the BC Labour Heritage Centre's webpage.

What lessons can we learn from the Tranquille occupation 40 years later? BCGEU Executive Vice-President Kari Michaels will facilitate a virtual discussion with guests.

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