Hey Edmonton, now is the time to invest in our future.
Edmonton thrives when we work together. A strong, inclusive, and sustainable city means smart investments in the services Edmontonians rely on every day. Civic Service Union 52 (CSU 52) members deliver these core services, ensuring our city remains a place where people thrive.
We are the more than 6,000 dedicated professionals working behind the scenes to keep Edmonton running—from answering your important calls to reuniting lost pets. Our work ensures clean water, reliable power, safe public spaces, well-functioning libraries, and quality recreational programs are available to all Edmontonians.
Now is the time to prioritize strategic investments in these core services. Every dollar spent today on maintaining and strengthening essential services saves money in the long run and builds a stronger future for all of us.
We urge you to think about the services that impact your life every day. These are your tax dollars at work, and they should be used wisely to strengthen the foundation of our city. Edmonton’s future depends on smart decisions that prioritize people and essential services, not short-term cuts or wasteful spending.
CSU 52 members are committed to building a city that works for everyone. Let’s invest in Edmonton’s future together.
— CSU52
— CSU52
Civic Service Union 52 has over 6,000 members working tirelessly to provide core services to support life in Edmonton.
We represent technical, professional, administrative and clerical workers within:
Capital Power
Edmonton Public Library
City of Edmonton
EPCOR
Telus World of Science
We believe in an Edmonton that works for all of us. An Edmonton that is inclusive, vibrant, and connected. We love our jobs because we love
our city.
our city.
Fair Wages for Edmonton’s
Municipal Workers
Municipal Wage Increases
between 2018-2025
between 2018-2025
Since 2018, CSU 52 members have received a total wage increase of 9.25%, averaging a little over 1% per year—a rate far below the average rate of inflation. CSU 52 members have done our part to be fair and reasonable, but the reality is, our wages have not kept pace with the rising cost of living.
Meanwhile, other municipal workers across Alberta have seen significantly higher wage increases. CSU 52 members are simply asking for a wage adjustment that helps recover some of the lost ground and ensure our wages account for cost of living increases.
It’s time to recognize the dedication of the workers delivering Edmonton’s core services with a fair and competitive wage offer—one that respects the hard work we do every day.
Meanwhile, other municipal workers across Alberta have seen significantly higher wage increases. CSU 52 members are simply asking for a wage adjustment that helps recover some of the lost ground and ensure our wages account for cost of living increases.
It’s time to recognize the dedication of the workers delivering Edmonton’s core services with a fair and competitive wage offer—one that respects the hard work we do every day.
We are the emergency operators that connect important calls.
822,170
Emergency requests
for assistance in 2023
for assistance in 2023
We are the library staff enriching minds and the science centre experts sparking imaginations.
Edmontonians borrowed nearly
5.4 Million
items from our
libraries last year
libraries last year
On average, Edmonton’s science centre hosted
580,000
Visitors
We ensure permits are issued efficiently, keeping Edmonton’s growth and development on track.
Across Edmonton,
14,260
permits were issued in 2023
We respond to the concerns that matter, like the calls to 311 about potholes across the city
6,175
Calls to 311 about
potholes last year
potholes last year
We help keep our rec centres open and accessible transit moving.
Edmonton rec centres served nearly
500,000
per month in 2023
In 2023, DATS coordinated more than
857,100
accessible rides
We bring diverse voices to decision making tables.
2023
Edmonton’s Population
1,128,811
We make clean water possible and bring responsible power to our homes.
The average Edmontonian uses
184 litres
of water each day.
CSU 52 members are part of the heart and soul of day-to-day city life, working to make a positive impact in our communities.
We ensure that high-demand services are right here - around the clock. Our members are dedicated to an Edmonton you can count on.
An Edmonton that belongs to all of us.
We all win when we invest in our city and our future. Thank you for trusting us to deliver the core services that keep Edmonton running.
helping build An Edmonton for everyone.
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helping build An Edmonton for everyone.
CSU 52 Members Keep Edmonton Running
CSU 52 Members work to provide safe and accessible transportation for all Edmontonians.
Berchman Jr Parcon
Professional Services 1 - Finance
Stanley A. Milner Branch. EPL
Stanley A. Milner Branch. EPL
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Job
Help individuals get registered to use DATS.
Why I love what I do
Northwest Police Campus — We help keep our city safe by responding to your emergencies and dispatching police to help you in times of need.
CSU 52 Members work to inspire discovery and ignite curiosity.
Neil Guban
Service Consultant, Energy Services,
EPCOR Tower
EPCOR Tower
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Job
Edmonton Tower — We are working behind the scenes to build a stronger city for all of us - issuing building and business permits, improving road safety, answering your important calls, scheduling accessible transit, and so much more.
CSU 52 Members work to keep you moving.
Nicholas Ong
Recreation Technician III
Coronation Yard
Coronation Yard
PLAY
Job
Provide support, customer service and keep you motivated at our city recreation centres.
Why I love what I do
Commonwealth Community Recreation Centre — We run the recreation and community centres you and your family rely on to have fun, learn to swim and stay healthy.
CSU 52 Members work to build a vibrant and inclusive community.
Maihzy Patel
Information Auditor,
EPS
EPS
PLAY
Job
Help develop inclusive policies and procedures to serve all Edmontonians.
Why I love what I do
Stanley A. Milner Library — Our members work in our community libraries, delivering essential services from resume help to children's literacy programs, while also providing a safe and welcoming space for all.
CSU 52 members are responsible for a variety of services Edmonton relies on
We are the 311 service representatives when you have a question or concern for your City government.
We are the staff helping to care of lost pets and reunite your fur family.
We are the social services professionals creating safe and healthy communities.
We are the clerks who build your new developments.
We are the social services professionals creating safe and healthy communities.
We are the people on the other end of the 9-1-1 phone responding to your emergencies and dispatching police to help you stay safe.
We are the technologists doing water, air and soil testing to keep our communities safe.
We are the library staff that keep books on the shelves.
We are the recreation staff that welcome you when you and your family visits the City’s facilities.
We are the assessment professionals who appraise your land, buildings, structures and property improvements.
Write your City Councillor
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Call Your Councillor
Erin Rutherford
(780) 496-8136
Aaron Paquette
(780) 496-8138
Jennifer Rice
(780) 496-8132
Keren Tang
(780) 496-8142
Ashley Salvador
(780) 496-8140
Andrew Knack
(780) 496-8122
Anne Stevenson
(780) 496-8333
Amarjeet Sohi
(780) 496-8100
Michael Janz
(780) 496-8146
Tim Cartmell
(780) 496-8130
Sarah Hamilton
(780) 496-8120
Jo-Anne Wright
(780) 496-8148
Karen Principe
(780) 496-8128
Sources:
City of Edmonton Open Data Portal: http://data.openportal.ca
2023 Edmonton Police Annual Report
2023 Edmonton Public Library Annual Report
2023 Telus World of Science Annual Report
Epcor.com
City of Edmonton Open Data Portal: http://data.openportal.ca
2023 Edmonton Police Annual Report
2023 Edmonton Public Library Annual Report
2023 Telus World of Science Annual Report
Epcor.com
