It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to a foundational GSU figure and friend, Lawrence Maier.

Lawrence didn’t just work for the union; he lived and breathed it for over 32 years. He saw it all—starting out as a member and officer, serving as GSU President, and eventually spending decades as a staff rep before his retirement in 2018.

If you knew Lawrence, you knew his razor-sharp wit and his “tell it like it is” style. He was a rock-solid ally who always had your back, whether he was at the bargaining table or helping a member. He fought hard for GSU members and all workers, always standing up for what was right and fair.

The GSU family feels a little quieter today knowing we are without him and his booming laugh, but the impact of his work remains throughout GSU and the labour movement.

Rest easy, Lawrence. You’ll be missed.

Family, friends and colleagues of Lawrence are gathering at the Bushwakker Brew Pub in Regina from 4PM to 6PM on Feb. 10, 2026 to celebrate his life.