As you may be aware the team has begun negotiations with the employer as of September 29th. We have met with the employer 4 times since the end of September and are working on Non Monetary Demands. The team continues to focus on the main priorities presented in the Demand Set; workload, career progression, job protection, and working conditions. We are in the early stages of the process and have reached agreement with the employer on several proposals which marks meaningful progress in the bargaining process. We are still in the early stages of the process and will have more to share as progress is made. Below is a list of upcoming negotiations dates:
Monday, September 29, 2025
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Monday, October 6, 2025
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Monday, October 27, 2025
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
The bargaining team remains focused on securing improvements that reflect the value of our work.
Now more than ever, your support matters. Stay engaged, stay informed, and continue to stand with your bargaining team as we fight for a strong and fair agreement.
In the October 16, 2024 GMM the following Unit 1 bargainig team was elected:
Kella Loschiavo ( Chairperson )
Megan Herrington
Grace He
Aneesh Tiberias Murali
Karen Musytschka
Julian Higuerey-Nunez ( OPSEU/SEPPO Staff Representative )
The two alternates will be:
Karen Wong
Heather Palmer-Saettone
Thanks to everyone that attended the GMM to elect the bargaining team. it's important that the local gets this right as these members will be negotiating on our behalf for our new 2025 collective agreement. Please reach out to them with your encouragement.