Fredericton, April 14, 2025 – The Canadian Union of Public Employees in New Brunswick (CUPE NB) wrapped up its 62nd Annual Convention this weekend. The event brought together nearly 300 delegates and guests from across the province to discuss key issues impacting CUPE NB’s 27,000 members.

 

One of the highlights of the convention was the election of Iris Lloyd as the new President of CUPE NB. Lloyd succeeds Stephen Drost, who completed two consecutive two-year terms and chose not to reoffer.

 

“I wish to recognize the work of Stephen, for his leadership, especially during the historic 2021 strike. His determination and ability to represent our members helped deliver real gains for workers across New Brunswick,” said Iris Lloyd.

 

Iris Lloyd lives in Saint John, NB. She has worked as a school custodian in the Anglophone South School District since 2007. For the past six years, she served as President of CUPE Local 1253. (CUPE 1253 represents approximately 2,500 members in NB school districts, from bus drivers, tradespeople, maintenance workers, and custodians).

“I’m proud to represent frontline workers who keep our communities running,” said Lloyd.

“In the face of crises like the U.S. trade war and its impact on New Brunswick, CUPE NB won’t sit on the sidelines – we’ll work with the government when it serves the people, but we’ll never back down from putting workers first. We will be relentless in pushing back against privatization, strengthening and improving our public services, and building a just, sustainable New Brunswick that works for everyone – not just the wealthy few.”