Local 00625 Toronto

DND Treasury Board Members in PA, SV, TC and EB Groups in GTA

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History

UNDE 625 was originally formed on Canadian Forces Base Downsview on 16 Nov 1968, Founder’s Day. Later the Depot formed a separate Local and the DRDC Agency also form a separate local.

The Membership has been greatly reduced from those days. However, the spirit of innovation and synergy remain to continue addressing the challenges we face in the GTA and beyond within the Department of National Defence’s various Commands and Formations.

Local Executive List

  • Dan Barrett

    President (AGM2020-AGM2023)

    NDQAR

    Brother Barrett has been involved in the Local since 1992. He has served in various capacities including Employee OSH Rep, LMRC Rep, Steward, Chief Steward, Secretary and President. His long time involvement with PSAC's Greater Toronto Area Council provides the Local with important connections with ongoing campaigns that affect us all. His mandate is to transition the local into a more sustainable and engaging structure able to effectively address the challenges and opportunities to improve working conditions by defending and extending rights, entitlements and our collective voice. President since Feb2019

  • Suleman Jasat

    Vice-President post 24Nov2021 - AGM 2024

    4 CDSG Tech Svcs

    Brother Jasat was elected VP in 2018 and has been an active member in the Local since 2010 serving as Correspondence Secretary, LMRC Rep and Steward during that time. His quest for a more secure and mutually beneficial workplace has helped focus the operations of the local and will serve to guide our committees and help our officers implement initiatives in a more efficient configuration.

  • Cheryl Wright

    Treasurer AGM 2022 - AGM 2025

    CMSG

    Sister Wright has served the Local as Treasurer since 2013 and has been a member of the JOSH Committee for many years. Her dedication to her duties enable the Local to more transparently fulfill the needs of the Union. She continues to diligently enhance the accountability of expenditures to the benefit of all members.

  • Paola Restrepo

    Recording Secretary AGM2022 - AGM 2025

    1 Dent

    Sister Restrepo was acclaimed as Correspondences Secretary in November 2016 and was acclaimed as Secretary at the AGM of the Local in 2022. Her experience in the executive will assist in stability in the Local and further help the local progress. Paola's contribution as local Steward has also been instrumental in enhancing working condition for employees and optimizing efficiencies for the department since 2016. Her continued service to members will help enhance communication during the current uncertainties of covid19 and beyond.

  • Vacant AGM 2022

    Correspondence Secretary TBD - AGM 2023

    TBD

  • Duane Guerra

    Chief Steward 23Dec2021- AGM 2024

    4 CDSG Tech Svcs

    Brother Guerra was appointed Chief steward after the AGM and ratified on 26Jan2022. He has served as Chief Steward previously form 2016-2019 and has fulfilled the role of Steward since 2014. his experience in informal discussion and other conflict resolution methods will help the local resolve matters at the lowest level.

    Committee Contacts

    • B. Finance Committee AGM 2021- AGM 2022

      Chair/Treasurer ………………………………………………….. Cheryl Wright – CMSG
      1st Auditor Till AGM 2021…………………………………….. Linda LeBanc JTFC
      2nd Auditor Till AGM 2021……………………………………. Mario Fioroni
      Ex-officio member ……………………………………………….. Suleman Jasat 4 CDSG Tech Svcs

    • C. Grievance Committee Jan 2020- Jan 2022

      Chair/- Chief Steward ……………………………………………Duane Guerra
      4 CDSG Tech Svcs4 CDSG Pers Svcs ………………………..Kris Krishna
      4CDSG Transport……………………………………………………Mario Fioroni
      4 CDSG Pers Svcs 1 Dent Toronto……………………………..Paola Restrepo
      CFC………………………………………………………………………..Yves Chateauneuf
      NDQAR………………………………………………………………….Bruce Telfer
      Steward at Large Dennison………………………………………Suleman Jasat
      Steward at Steward Large…………………………………………Dan Barrett

    • D. JOSH Committee Jan 2021 - Jan 2023

      Chair/TBD

      CFC JOSH SV ……………………………………………………….Jose Flores – CFC
      CFC JOSH PA………………………………………………………..Yves Chateauneuf- CFC
      32 CBG…………………………………………………………………Mai Truong – 32 CBG
      NDQAR…………………………………………………………………Navteg Mann – NDQAR
      Denison 1st Floor…………………………………………………..Shelley Calder – 1 Dental Det Toronto
      Denison West………………………………………………………..Cheryl Wright – CMSG
      Denison 1st Floor……………………………………………………D Guerra- 4 CDSG Tech Svcs
      Denison 1st Floor……………………………………………………Kris Krishna – 4 CDSG Pers Svcs
      Ex-Officio……………………………………………………………… Dan Barrett NDQAR

    • E. Bargaining Committee Jan 2020 Jan 2022

      Chair…………………………………………………………………………..Sol Jasat 4 CDSG Tech Svcs
      PA Rep……………………………………………………………………….TBD
      SV Rep……………………………………………………………………….Paola Restrepo-1 Dent
      TC Rep………………………………………………………………………Dan Barrett – NDQAR
      EB Rep………………………………………………………………………J. Creighton – CFC
      NDQAR LMRC Employee Co-Chair……………………………….Dan Barrett – NDQAR
      CFC LMRC Employee Co-Chair…………………………………….Jeff Creighton – CFC
      LMRC 4 Cdn Div Maintenance………………………………………Duane Guerra – 4 CDSG Tech Svcs
      LMRC 4 Cdn Div Transport……………………………………………Mario Fioroni-  4 CDSG Tech Svcs
      LMRC 4 Cdn Div Supply…………………………………………………Kati Leppikangas 4 CDSB Tech Svcs
      LMRC 4 Cdn Div Traffic…………………………………………………Anthony Rothram 4 CDSB Tech Svcs
      LMRC 4 Cdn Div CE…………………………………………………….J. Warack – 4 CDSG Eng Svcs
      LMRC 4 Cdn Div TSO…………………………………………………..Kris Krishna – 4 CDSG Pers Svcs
      LMRC DCCCA……………………………………………………………Cheryl Wright – CMSG
      CFC LMRC SV……………………………………………………………J. Flores – CFC
      CFC LMRC TC (Observer)…………………………………………….M. Lyons – CFC
      CFC LMRC PA …………………………………………………………….Yves Chateneuf
      CFC LMRC EB……………………………………………………………..Jeanine Eakins
      Ex-Officio……………………………………………………………………Sol Jasat 4 CDSG Tech Svcs
      Alternates will be designated on an as required basis in consultation with the primary rep

    • F. Action Committee Jan 2021 - Jan 2023

      Chair GTAC Delegate 1………………………………………………….Dan Barrett – NDQAR
      GTAC Delegate 2 ………………………………………………………….Susan Bellan-CCMS
      MDAC Delegate……………………………………………………………
      TRWC Delegate…………………………………………………………..Eileen Lessey RPOps
      RVAC Delegate……………………………………………………………Eileen Lessey – RP OPS
      Pride Rep…………………………………………………………………….Dave Ilkew – CFC
      Ex-Officio……………………………………………………………………Sol Jasat 4 CDSG Tech Svcs

    • G. Recreation and Welfare Committee Jan 2020- Jan 2022

      Chair Denison……………………………………………………………..TBD
      GCWCC Labour Co-Chair 2022Campaign……………………..Dan Barrett
      NPSW Rep…………………………………………………………………..
      EAP Liaison………………………………………………………………….
      Ex-Officio……………………………………………………………………..Sol Jasat – 4 CDSG Tech Svcso

    • H. Membership Committee Jan 2021- Jan 2023

      Chair ………………………………………………………………………..Suleman Jasat – 4 CDSG Tech Svcs
      Communication……………………………………………………………
      Awards and Recognition…………………………………………………
      Orientation……………………………………………………………………Dan Barrett – NDQAR
      Intervener……………………………………………………………………..Eileen Lessey – RP OPS

    Documents

    Bylaws for 2016 have now been approved with administrative changes to remove honorariums .

    Local Committees

    Mandate and Records of Discussion

    Local 625 currently has 8 Committees according to local bylaw 9 and related Component Bylaws and regulations.  The Mandate of the comittees and approved minutes are as follows:

    • 1. Executive Committee

      The Executive Committee  is scheduled to meet once every other month or as required to address priority matters. The Committee is Chaired by the President who’s leadership creates the vision and mission to be executed in accordance with the mandate from the membership. The Vice President addresses operational matters in the local and ensures that priority issues can be addressed in the absence of the President. The Treasurer ensures that the best practices of financial transparency and accountability are pursued to enhance confidence in the value offered by the services provided by the local.  The Secretary and Communications officer ensure that members received timely and useful information.
      Minutes for Executive meetings are anticipated to be posted below or through a link once sufficient data accumulated.
      UNDE Website update lost previously updated records. Reconstituted versions to be  uploaded ASAP. Records for 2014-2015 attached to Recreations and Welfare committee link

      Executive Record of Discussion 2019-2020

      Executive Record of Discussion May-September 2018

      Executive Records of Discussion 1Oct2017-11Apr2018

      Executive Committee Records of Discussion 1Oct 2016-30Sep2017

    • 2. Finance Committee

      is Chaired by the Treasurer and includes the two auditors as full members with vote and voice. The President is an ex-officio member of the committee. The Committee is required to meet once a year. This last session it has greatly increased the visibility of local expenses in an structured and effective manner. The advance distribution of the Financial Report to members for whom the local has e-mail addressed for is also  considered a further beneficial initiative to enhance confidence in the Local.
      Minutes for meetings are anticipated to be posted through a link below once approved.
      UNDE Website update lost previously updated records. Reconstituted versions to be  uploaded ASAP. Records for 2014-2015 attached to Recreations and Welfare committee link

      20180926 Finance Committee Record of Discussion

      Finance Record of Discussion 18Oct2017

    • 3. Grievance Committee

      is Chaired by the Chief Steward and includes all local stewards as full members with voice and vote. In addition, the Bargaining Demand Reps have standing in this committee to ensure Demands can address some of the matters that stem from grievance issues. In addition, the President is an ex-officio member of this committee. The committee is required to meet 4 time a year.
      Minutes for meetings are anticipated to be posted through a link below once approved.

      December Meeting cancelled due to departure of President and other unforeseen developments

      20190911
      Item I Dan Called Meeting to Order at 13:15
      Item II Agenda adopted by Consensus
      Item III RoD for 20 June approved by Consensus
      Item IV Standing Items reviewed
      -WFA concerns being monitored.
      -Phoenix cases continue to emerge Grievances being usued
      -Steward Workload reviewed
      ItemV
      -Chief Steward Nomination deferred to AGM
      -Interference With union Complaint for Delays in grievances being pursued with Component
      -Annual Report for Grievances for AGM reviewed
      Adjourn 14:00

      20Jun2019
      Item I Meeting called to order by Duane
      Item II RoD for 21mar Approved By Consensus
      Item III Standing Items Discussed
      -WFA at CFC continues to be pursued. 2 work centres with discussions on WFA have not been formalized.
      -2Ea Phoenix Grievances processed One withdrawn concerns on First aid handout identified
      -Workload issues discussed for stewards
      Item IV New Business
      -Continued Lack of transparency on Hr Plan Discussed. LMRC referral requested
      -4CanDivPOsitions Discussed at Jobs.gc.ca. Toronto MDO FDS and CRs in Toronto pool…
      Contracting out Concern for CFC Cleaners escalated to VP Ont. National Complaint proceeding
      Adjournment 12:42

       

      Minutes 12sep2018
      MSC Carolyn/Sol  That 13June Minutes be adopted.
      Old Business discussed included
      WFA notices pending in 2 commands. Members aware of option. Phoenix existing cases making progress. New case of overpayment preventing Emergency Salary Advance
      New Business discussed included. Seward workload update.Carolyn assignment Steward at large 3ea  Staffing cases  Dan 1 ea Harassment Shela 2 ea work description and Health and Safety case.
      -Year End Report of Grievances –Staffing 2,–NJC 1,–Labour Relations 12,
      -Learning opportunities discussed
      13:27 adjourned by Consensus

      RoD 13Jun2018
      Item I Meeting called by Duane 11:45 Item II MSC By Consensus That 21 mar2018 RoD be adopted
      Item III Standing Items -WFA 2 members understood to be in layoff mode. 2 members understood to be continuing in positions. Hoping for offer soon.) Offer to 3 Members expected By January.  action not formally encountered yet. Additional unit offer outstanding
      Phoenix Issues discussed- 2 signed grievances received for Phoenix one withdrawn. Several concerns addressed by first aid handout.
      -Workload 1 Acting appointment grievance expected to proceed to Informal discussion shortly as member yet to receive PeopleSoft notice since January. 1 discrimination grievance at arbitration not pursued. 1 PMA grievance withdrawn at ADR with new PMA issued. 1ea level 2 hearing outstanding in Discrimination case assigned to Dan. 2 discipline investigations expected to result in grievance by Friday being taken on by Duane. CFC Staffing complaint taken on by Carolyn
      Item IV New Business
      Continued lack of transparency of Hr Plan LMRC referral.  4 can Div  Jobs.gc.ca Toronto MDO FDS CRs Toronto pool… Escalating staffing concerns re contracting out Cleaners. RVP Ont consolidated in national complaint based on informal notice to contract out (casuals to be pursued presently,  alternate service delivery under consideration by members
      Item V Adjournment 12:42

       

      Grievance Committee Meetings 1Oct2017-9May2018

      Grievance Committee Annual Summary 2016-7

      UNDE Website update lost previously updated records. Reconstituted versions to be  uploaded ASAP. Records for 2014-2015 attached to Recreations and Welfare committee link

    • 4. Bargaining Committee

      is Chaired by the Vice President and includes all local representatives of UMCCs, LMRCs and the 4 Bargaining Demand Representatives. In addition the President is an ex-officio member. The Committee addresses key issues that impact the effectiveness and efficiency of Local Commands and Formations. Matters include standing items on HR Plan Transparency (how vacancies will be addressed…), Personal Learning Plans (orientation, JLP and Union presentations, completion rates), HR/Personal resources available to members, Cyclical Policy review (Strike Protocol…), Recognition Programs (NPSW…) Joint Initiatives (GCWCC…)
      Minutes for meetings are anticipated to be posted through a link below once approved.
      UNDE Website update lost previously updated records. Reconstituted versions to be  uploaded ASAP. Records for 2014-2015 attached to Recreations and Welfare committee link

       

    • 5. JOSH Committee

      is Chaired is selected by the Committee members in January of every other year. The Members of the Committee include UNDE625 Labour reps from the CFC or Denison JOSH Committees and appointed OSH rep for members in commands/formations not covered by the existing JOSH Committee.  The Committee ensures the requirements of the Canada Labour Code Part II are upheld. This has recently included ensuring meetings of committees are being held, DGSAFE requirements are being addressed (weekly safety briefings) and Office inspections are being conducted at the monthly frequency required and Safety investigations for civilian employees include the appropriate Labour Rep.
      Minutes for meetings are anticipated to be posted through a link/enclosures below once approved.

      Record of Discussion 9Mar2022

      Minutes 14Mar2018
      Meeting called to Order at 11:50 by Sheila. Agenda Adopted by Consensus. RoD from 15Mar2017 adopted by consensus.
      Committee Status  was reviewed.Training cancellations and schedule outlined.
      Ventilation issues in MIR,PSS and Dental discussed PMED evaluation recommended
      Adjourned by Consensus 12:07

      Minutes 15Mar2017
      Agenda Adopted by Consensus 11:36. RoD for 16Mar2016 reviewed MSC Kris, Paula THAT record be approved
      Joint Safety Courses Schedule identified as unavailable.
      Annual Report for General Safety should be reviewed at next JOSH meeting or in the absence of JOSH by LMRC Committee or OSH Rep.
      Concerns with potable water, HVAC capability and Fire extinguisher 4 year cycle to be monitored

      Minutes 18Mar2016
      Agenda adopted by Consensus 11:45. RoD for 18Mar2015 adopted by Consensus. Training and representation reviewed. Implications changes to refusal to work discussed. Committee meeting frequency difficulties discussed.

      Records for 2014-2015 attached to Recreations and Welfare committee link

    • 6. Action Committee

      is Chaired by one of the local delegates to regional councils and committees. It is comprised of two delegates to the Greater Toronto Area Council and one delegate from Youth, Women, Racially Visible, Indigenous and Members with Disabilities committees.

      Current Campaigns being pursued include: Fix Phoenix, Make It fair ( 15 and Fairness) We Own It, Save Canada Post, Hands off our pension and Area Committee initiatives to increase awareness of equity issues and engagement in relevant campaigns

      Minutes for meetings are anticipated to be posted through a link below once approved in sufficient quantity or once 3 years of data have been accumulated.
      UNDE Website update lost previously updated records. Reconstituted versions to be  uploaded ASAP. Records for 2014-2015 attached to

      11SEp2019
      Item 1 Meeting Portion Call to Order 12:30
      Meeting |Chaired by Dan and Recorded by Lony.
      Item II Agenda Adopted by Consensus
      Item III Previous Record of discussion for 22Aug2018 approved by Consensus
      Item IV Old Business
      *GCWCC labour CoChair  for this year acclaimed as Dan. Delegates for Canvasing could not be identified at meeting. like Canvasers should be employed Military for Military, Manager for Manager, Non Management Employee for Non Management Employee
      Item V New Business
      *Pride report Delivered by Dave outlined activities with Regional committee around pride Parade. The Structure of this Committee appears to be health
      *YWC report Nil at this time
       *GTAC Report
      -Open delegate spot assigned to Susan Bellan
      -GTAC Annual $300 donation discussed with respect to presence in the Budget.  Motion approved by Concensus to again  donate $300 to GTAC to promote  LDP including at OFL
       -All candidates debate Yonge and Shepard area hosted by PSAC 6 local members requested to attend. (Secretarial Note One additional member of Local attended event and asked question in relation to Taxing off shore services.
      *MDAC Activity report thank Martin for his service and asked an interested members to step forward into the vacancy.  Retirement session at PSAC regional off put on by this committee discussed as outlined on PSAC Ontario site
      *RVAC Activity report (Nil)
      *TRWC Activity report appointment of rep deferred
      Item VI Adjournment anticipated by 12:45

      22Aug2018 Action Committee
      Item I Review RoD from 14 Feb adopted by Consensus
      Item II Old Business
      Municipal election call out to members
      Funding for Labour Day Parade discussed. MSC Dan Sheila that annual contribution of $300 be provided to promote LDP.GTAC thanked local for continued generosity.
      Item III New Business
      GCWCC designate appointed as Lynda and Carolyn
      GTAC Food and Clothing Drive discussed in concert with GCWCC campaign. Appetite to continue drive not evident.

    • 7. Membership Committee

      Is chaired by the Communications Officer and coordinates the locals communication strategy and orientation presentations . The Committee has been used to address WFA matters and membership profiles updates

      Minutes for meetings are posted below with a link to be generated once sufficient records are generated.

      11Sep2019
      Item 1 Dan Call this portion of meeting to Order 12:15
      Item 2 Agenda adopted by Consensus
      Item 3 Review Of Record of Discussion
      a) 10 Jan 2019 meeting cancelled
      b) 12Sep201 Meeting RoD approved by Consensus
      Item 4 Old Business
      a) Communication Strategy update
            Media scan copies to members home address. Dan
            Biweekly updates and alternation Andrew/Paola
            Web Updates Dan/Paola
      b) Membership update and profile for possible strike April discussed
      Item 5 New Business
      a) Representation for vacancies and Chairs in various committees Discussed
      b) Awards and Recognitions Outlined
      c) Union Harassment report (Nil)
      d) Discipline adhoc position for possible strike action deferred
      Item 6 Adjournment of Membership Committee 12:30

      25Feb2019 Action Committee
      Item I Action Committee Called to order 11:50
      Item II Review previous minutes was deferred
      Item III Standing Items
      *GTAC delegates President, VP or alternate identified. (Secretarial Note AGM Officer position if taken by Local delegate frees up additional spot for local.)

      * 1March demo at MP Morneau Office identified. Entitlements for those wishing to attend touched on.
      *Federal Election call out to get out the vote requires an updated membership list.
      *GTAC Financial audit requested of Cheryl and hopefully one other local auditor. (Secretarial note: Financials now ready for audit preferably by 14th but a later date is also acceptable)
      *TRWC issues discussed
      -Committee has good presence on Facebook (Secretarial Note representation for local requires review.)
      International Women’s Day 8 March Demo outlined and 9March Brunch discussed interested members entitlements to attend offered subsidy per local bylaw training entitlement.
      *RVAC Black History Month initiative outlined
      *Pride Committee unable to reconstitute. AGM deferred
       *YWC Meeting on 20th identifies committee reconstituting. (Secretarial Note this committee also deferred AGM)
        Adjourned 12:15            

      12Sep2018
      Meeting called to order by Sheilla
      Previous RoD 10Jan 2018 Approved MSC Sol Kris
      Old Business
      Communication Strategy implementation
      -Schedule web, AGM Friday Nov9classroom 10. Classroom 10 for rest of Year keeping with 2nd weds
      -weekly update based on GTAC weekly plus Media scan…
      Membership update progress
      Cards mail out to Kim ASAP action Carolyn
      Staffing issues in other departments referred to GTAC
      New Business
      Call out for Municipal election
      Membership contact update
      Health and Safety Conference Nov30-dec2 Miss application Duane alt Dan( secretarial Note CFC JOSH member went instead)

      Minutes  10Jan 2018
      Meeting Called to order approximately 12:30. MSC Dan Mario That 18Jan2017 RoD be adopted.
      Old business
      Membership profile update discussed (Rands) former DRDC members discussed
      {secretarial Note: Kim Bracken UNDE contacted re examples member should be encouraged to sign membership card and complete basic orientation with rep) {secretarial note Basic orientation update for deduction rates required}
      Communication Strategy
      -Contact list update required. Sheila on pay days to provide newsletter style update re
      Phoenix, bargaining , local business ( next meeting), Campaigns (resources web links,
      Action Facebook weekly updates on Monday recommended coordinating updates between Carolyn, Dan and Sheila recommended-Recognition
      Action Carolyn to address years of service for member known to be retiring soon.
      Orientation sessions:
      Action Dan updating and uploading.
      Complaints
      (Finance Statement approval concern expressed. matter considered resolved)
      New Business
      Election of reps for Grievance reconstitute , Bargaining  updated  , Action
      Reconstitute of committees approved by consensus pending ratification in May.
      MSC Mario Adjourn 1:28

      UNDE Website update lost previously updated records. Reconstituted versions to be  uploaded ASAP. Records for 2014-2015 attached to Recreations and Welfare committee link

    • 8. Recreation and Welfare Committee

      coordinates initiative for recognition, celebration, remembrance and sympathy. Current campaigns include GCWCC and NPSW and the EAP Program.
      Minutes for meetings are  posted below or through a link once enough data accumulated.

      20220309
      Item I Meeting Called to order at 11:30 with harasment policy read and agenda adopted by Concensus.
      Presentation on General Safety Vs CLC partII from 2018 indentified
      Items II OSH Committee meeting chaired by Dan to expedite flow of meeting
      Item III Captured in Recreation and Welfare Committee RoD
      Item IV Captured in Steward Committee RoD.
      Meeting Adjourned at 12:48
      1May2019
      Item I Meeting called to order at 11:40 with agenda Adopted by Consensus
      Item II Review RoD
      a) RoD for 2016&and 2017 were deferred. In 2016 Eileen Lessey was appointed CoChair of GCWCC in 2017 Carolyn took on Role of Co-Chair of GCWCC.)
      b)11Apr2018 RoD approved by Consensus
      Item III Old Business
            a)EAP Proposals for year was not recieved and no response from local committee could be obtained 
            Item IV New Business
            a)Review of Composition was deferred. Linda tendered her resignation as chair of Committee but volunteered to continue with GCWCC event coordination.
            b)Review Mandate deferred  ( SEcretarial Note Membership Committee may need to take on Retirements and Anniversaries due to lack of representatives for this committee)
            c)PSAC Strike Hardship Fund was discussed with regards to possible strike. Members can apply to this fund to supplement income should a strike occur. Finances will need to be provided to PSAC to determine applicability.
            d) UNDE625 Strike Training Supplement should a strike occur in addition to the $50 in tax free strike pay member may also be eligable for the Locals $25 training allowance. This should ease at least the first 3 days of any strike.
      Meeting Adjourned 12:15
      11Apr208
      Committee Called to Order 11:40
      Previous minutes deferred
      MSC Linda, Carolyn ( update ASAP)
      Old business
      Retirements/Well Wishing –Charlie Tavenor get well ,
                  Owen Gooznee 30 Yrs congratulated on retirement,
      New business
      NPSW observance ( anticipates 4 may)
      Recognition of employees union service… 10 Cheryl,  Duane, Sol
      Appointing GCWCC employee reps for 2018 Linda.
      MSC Carolyn, Linda That Early Bird draw be primarily gift cards
      Action Dan to coordinate distribution of ticket template
      Defer 2019 GWCC appointment  till next meeting
      Next meeting MSC Carolyn Linda 15Aug2018
      Action Dan update web for new date in Aug
      (Secretarial Note Web Update and follow-on  Meeting did not
      occur.) Meeting Adjourned at 12:08

      UNDE Website update lost previously updated records. Reconstituted versions to be  uploaded ASAP. Records for 2014-2015 attached to Recreations and Welfare committee link

      ****Records of discussion attached as a consolidated document for previous sessions as available***

      ROD 2014-15

      RoD 2013-14 (till5Oct2014)

    Local Profile

    Includes Members Accomplishments and Contribution to a Stronger Canada

    The Local profile is intended to raise awareness of the contributions our members provide to the effective operation of the Department of National Defence. This Page is intended to provide members with an appreciation of the work done by members in the Local, and raise awareness of the quality public services provided by our Brothers and Sisters.

    The Local invites members to submit generic examples of the work done by our members and how it enhances the safety security and public interest of all Canadians.

    The Local is comprised of approximately 150 members in central Ontario mainly in the GTA. The services provided include Inspection, Maintenance, Clerical, Administration, Finance, Safety, Security, and Logistics.

    Together with CF Members and Reserves, we address the mission, vision and goals of approximately 7 Commands and various formations in the region.

    Grievances

    UNDE 625 duty to represent with respect to grievances extends primarily to Labour Relations Grievances, 1st level NJC grievances, and Group grievances.  However the Local is in a position to assist the component with classification grievances, staffing complaints to Public Service Staffing Tribunal (PSST Complaints) and Policy grievances.

    When you require representation, contact your assigned steward or Chief Steward.  Steward assignments are identified above in Committee contact tabs

    The primary trends of grievances seem to relate to three primary issues:

    1. The absence of a transparent HR plan for members.  This impedes the ability to translate the units mission and vision into goals that can be effectively implemented.  Although this document does exist for most commands and formations, it is not easily understood many cases. In the absence of clarity on required position competencies, core activities for each level of the organization the duties performed by members become difficult to relate to the statement of duties and way to develop ones career.
    2. CPRR Objectives are often vague. The subjective nature of expectations lead to misinterpretations and dissatisfaction with assessments and the way in which performance counselling is conducted. SMART goals in CPRRs is believed to be the best way to enhance effectiveness of the employee and provide meaning to a process that is currently in flux to an undetermined form.
    3 PLP under-utilization appears to be another key issue in preventing misunderstandings and in efficiencies. Too many members do not obtain approval for requested training in April  and October. In addition, the use of orientation sessions from the Local and an attempt to provide access to JLP training through LMRC need to be better developed. All public servants have certain core training requirements. Coordinating such training regionally with other commands and formations would be a much more cost effective approach than not spending training budgets.

    Best Practices:

    Resolution to concerns should be pursued through a timely (not more than 25 working days to get to step 2) and persistent approach (ensuring follow-up every 25 working days is pursued). The following steps have helped many members resolve situations quickly before a formal grievance was required.

    1. Orientate yourself to the issue:
    -ensure you are aware of the resources available to you to resolve an issue (i.e.: policy procedure your co-workers perspectives on the issue, etc.)

    2. Seek clarification on the matter of concern from your supervisor:
    -request informal discussion in accordance with your collective agreement

    3. Request consideration of matters that may seem missing from managements visibility:
    -generate a record of discussion of matters of consideration to ensure common understanding is held by yourself and your supervisor

    4. Suggest a resolution of the matter based on past practice

    5. Recommend a resolution of the matter based on previous suggestions and new information

    Communication with your supervisor is key to a rewarding career in the Government. Ensure you advise management of what they need to know in accordance with professional standards of privacy and ethical considerations.

    Education

    Orientation presentation and training opportunities

    The Local’s orientation program is based on the introductory orientation to ones steweard. As the Local composition changes, so to does the orientation program, thus members are oriented to changes in the Local structure processes and procedures through monthly presentations of approximately 10 minutes in duration. In this way, the Local promotes a continuous learning opportunity and is able to respond to recent developments in a cyclical manner

    Orientation Presentations for this session includes:

    • NPSW (Proudly Serving Canadians)
    • Social Justice Fund (Local Outreach Developments)
    • Union Benefits, Dues and the Rand Formula
    • Accountability (Transparency and Confidentiality)
    • Conflict Resolution (Harassment, Discrimination, Human Right Legislation)

     

    Campaigns

    Campaigns Local 625 participates in are related to UNDE/PSAC and Local Committee actions. As a member of the Federal Public Service it is important that you participate in these campaigns to have your voice heard and ensure that the Union is meeting its obligation to represent you. Please ensure your contact information is current and complete. Identify your preferred mode of contact and preferably your cell phone info to ensure the local can reach you in an emergency.
    See the Action Committee mandate and Records of discussion for more details on Local campaigns

    • Current Campaign

      Standing up for Canada. With the various commitments by the Federal government to repeal antiunion legislation Members are asked to keep encouraging their MPs to do the right thing and follow through on commitments to ensure fair collective bargaining, health workplaces and the protection of employee rights.

      The Ontario We Want Campaign. Based on the OFL’s Nov2015 Action Plan  the local is supporting efforts by PSAC’s Greater Toronot Area Council to engage members in efforts to participate in Rallies and  speak to their MPs around the opening of labour legislation. Of particular emphasis is the $15 for fairness initiatives that have been endorsed by the OFL

    • Ongoing Campaigns

      We Own It is a campaign to keep public assets public prevent improper privatization

      Protect Our Pension is a response to the proposed unilateral change to federal public service pensions recently introduced into legislation and hoped to die on the order paper.

      Election Reform is a long standing goal of unions to replace the current first past the post process with a method that is more inclusive and representative of the electorate

      See GTAC Facebook Page for more details

    • Past Campaigns

      We Are All Affected Campaign. With the downsizing of government to meet sustainable and effective goals some services are being lost, contracted out or compromised. In the end it may be that the public interest will not manafest the political will to act on these issues. Most often this is because the context and implications are not apparent. Please contact your steward if you have not signed your Pledge card. The pledge cards are a measure of support and help the Local and PSAC to ensure its contact information is current

      Respect our Rights Clement Petition to Respect Collective bargaining rights in relation to NPSW was extended due to the postponement of the event. Contrary to initial indications the employer opted out of the event during NPSW this year. The local is looking at rescheduling the event at which time the clement petition should be completed. Preliminary signatures have been submitted to the PSAC regional office.

      19 Minutes on the 19th Campaign started on the 7th of Sep2014 with the first Local video on political action. It is in support of our bargaining teams and to prepare for the 2015 Federal Election. the Local has generated a series of short videos on YouTube to raise awareness the avenues available to members to address concerns with the pace of bargaining, the cuts to staffing levels and how members can effectively interface with their MPs. The projected completion date is 19Oct2015 the date of the next federal election. Members are encouraged to review the videos comment and provide feedback on how the current round of bargaining and election run up has affected them.

      Local Petition to eliminate division 20 from Bill C59. activities were completed on 19June2015. This petition was submitted to MP for consideration by the house.to remove the provision that eliminates collective bargaining related to sick leave.The bill was passed without ammendment. Thanks from the Local and MP were extended to those who signed the petition.

      The Standing Together Campaign related to labour law changes in the omnibus Budget Bill C-4 bill passed 13Dec2013 T-Shirts were distributed to members in relation to the We Are All Affected Campain. The Shirts front speaks to the fact that Unions have the interests of Canadians when they stand up for their rights and  the rights of all. The back of the shirt reminds us of the many victories labour has won over the years.The campaign was completed during the summer of 2014. The law was appealed to the ILO as being contrary to the canadian governments signing of International Declaration.

      Defending Quality Public Services this campaign was focused on raising awareness of

       

    Future updates to this Campaigns will include past Campaign activities and local initiatives to enhance unit coheasion and a mutually benefitial relationship between management and employees.