Common use of Association Representation Clause in Contracts

Association Representation. 6.01 The Employer agrees to recognize the following representatives of the local Association (a) A Negotiating Committee of not more than four (4) employee nurses. (b) A Grievance Committee of not more than three (3) nurses. Every attempt will be made to have a representative from each Lodge where a grievance occurs attend the grievance meeting. The employer recognizes the Bargaining Unit President, or their designate as a member of the grievance committee. 6.02 The Negotiating Committee and the Grievance Committee shall have the right of the assistance of their Labour Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Association at these meetings with the Employer. 6.03 The Association acknowledges that Committee members have regular duties which must be performed on behalf of the Employer and that all absences from regular duties to attend Grievance or Committee meetings must be authorized by the Employer. Such permission will not be withheld unreasonably. In accordance with this understanding and provided the time is kept at a minimum, the Employer will pay Committee members for such time when it is spent during the nurses' scheduled working hours and on the premises of the Employer. Provided, however, that the foregoing shall not be operative at the arbitration stage of the grievance procedure or to such other arbitration, conciliation and mediation as may be provided by legislation or by mutual agreement. 6.04 The Employer agrees with the Local Association to the establishment of a Labour Management Committee. This Committee, which shall be composed of equal representation from each party, of not more than four (4) members from each party, shall endeavour to meet not less than every second month, at the request of either party, for the purpose of discussing items relevant to the services to residents of the Lodge, matters of safety, health and welfare and other matters of mutual concern, other than grievances, relative to the operation of the Lodge. It is understood, however, that there may be times when equal representation cannot be achieved and the parties may agree to proceed or make adjustments on either side to balance the representation. An agenda of items to be put forward for discussion shall be forwarded to the other party by the party requesting the meeting at least two (2) weeks in advance of the proposed meeting. At the request of either party a Representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association may be present at any meeting of the Labour Management Committee. 6.05 The Employer agrees that an Officer of the Association or nurse representative shall be allowed a reasonable period during regular working hours to interview newly hired nurses during their probationary period. During such interview, membership forms may be provided to the nurse. These interviews shall be scheduled in advance as determined by the Director of Nursing/or designate. 6.06 Every effort will be made to schedule committee meetings as referenced in article 6 when committee members are working. In the event that a committee meeting is scheduled on a day off for the committee member, the member will be paid straight time for all hours in attendance at the committee meeting.

Association Representation. 6.01 The Employer agrees to recognize two (2) nurse representatives, however not more than one per shift. The Association shall notify the following Employer in writing of the names of representatives and any changes thereto. 6.02 The Employer will recognize a Grievance Committee consisting of two (2) representatives. A committee member may investigate and process grievances in accordance with the grievance procedure set out in this Agreement. 6.03 The Employer agrees to recognize a Negotiating Committee of up to two (2) nurses and the Association's representative. The Association agrees to notify the Employer in writing of the names of the members of the Negotiating Committee and any changes thereto. Any regular part-time and/or casual part-time nurse shall be credited with service and seniority for all time spent during negotiations. 6.04 The Employer agrees that there shall be a Home Association Committee composed of an equal number of appointed representatives of the local Employer and Association (a) A Negotiating Committee of not more than four (4) employee nurses. (b) A Grievance Committee of not . It is understood and agreed that neither party shall have more than three (3) nurses. Every attempt will be made to have a representative from each Lodge where a grievance occurs attend the grievance meeting. The employer recognizes the Bargaining Unit President, or their designate as a member of the grievance committee. 6.02 The Negotiating Committee and the Grievance Committee shall have the right of the assistance of their Labour Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Association at these meetings with the Employer. 6.03 The Association acknowledges that Committee members have regular duties which must be performed on behalf of the Employer and that all absences from regular duties to attend Grievance or Committee meetings must be authorized by the Employer. Such permission will not be withheld unreasonably. In accordance with this understanding and provided the time is kept at a minimum, the Employer will pay Committee members for such time when it is spent during the nurses' scheduled working hours and representatives on the premises committee. Meetings of the Employer. Provided, however, that the foregoing shall not be operative at the arbitration stage of the grievance procedure or to such other arbitration, conciliation and mediation as may be provided by legislation or by mutual agreement. 6.04 The Employer agrees with the Local Association to the establishment of a Labour Management Committee. This Committee, which this committee shall be composed of equal representation from each party, of not more than four (4) members from each party, shall endeavour to meet not less than every second month, held at the request of either party, for the but at least quarterly. The purpose of discussing items relevant the committee shall be to discuss matters relating to government initiatives that impact on the services to residents of the Lodgebargaining unit, matters of safetyworkload, health and welfare and scheduling matters, job content or other matters of mutual concern, other than grievances, relative . Minutes of these meetings shall be maintained and signed by both parties. The role of chairperson shall rotate between the parties. Additional representatives of the Employer and/or Association may attend the meeting if so requested by both parties. With the understanding that: i) Meetings will occur during the day shift and all attempts will be made to complete the meetings prior to the operation end of the Lodgeshift. ii) Nursing Directors will work with the RNs to help them cover their workloads during meeting times. iii) Meetings may need to be longer than one hour. The Committee will determine the required length. 6.05 When an employee is engaged in the handling of grievances in accordance with Article 8, and when an employee attends regular scheduled management meetings with management such employee will be compensated for the time so taken during regular working hours at her regular rate of pay. The Employer agrees to pay employee members of the negotiating committee as outlined in Article 6.03 for time spent during regular working hours in negotiations with the Employer for a renewal agreement up to, but not including conciliation. 6.06 Wherever possible the processing of grievances and other activities on behalf of the Association shall be performed outside regular working hours. Where it is necessary to investigate or process grievances or to negotiate with the Employer during working hours, the nurse representatives or committee members shall not leave their work to perform these functions without the prior consent of their respective supervisors. It is understood, however, understood that there may be times when equal representation cannurse representatives and committee members will not be achieved and the parties may agree to proceed or make adjustments on either side to balance the representation. An agenda of items to be put forward for discussion shall be forwarded to the other party by the party requesting the meeting at least two (2) weeks in advance of the proposed meeting. At the request of either party a Representative absent themselves from regular duties unreasonably. 6.07 The representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association may be present at any meeting will obtain prior consent of the Labour Management CommitteeChief Executive Officer or designate before entering the Home. Such consent shall not be arbitrarily withheld. 6.05 The Employer agrees that an Officer of the Association or nurse representative shall be allowed a reasonable period during regular working hours to interview newly hired nurses during their probationary period. During such interview, membership forms may be provided to the nurse. These interviews shall be scheduled in advance as determined by the Director of Nursing/or designate. 6.06 Every effort will be made to schedule committee meetings as referenced in article 6 when committee members are working. In the event that a committee meeting is scheduled on a day off for the committee member, the member will be paid straight time for all hours in attendance at the committee meeting.

Association Representation. 6.01 The Employer agrees to recognize the following representatives of the local Association: (a) A Negotiating Committee of not more than four (4) employee nurses. (b) A Grievance Committee of not more than three (3) nurses. Every attempt will be made to have a representative representatives from each Lodge where a grievance occurs attend the grievance meeting. The employer recognizes the Bargaining Unit President, or their designate as a member of the grievance committee. 6.02 The Negotiating Committee and the Grievance Committee shall have the right of the assistance of their Labour Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Association at these meetings with the Employer. 6.03 The Association acknowledges that Committee members have regular duties which must be performed on behalf of the Employer and that all absences from regular duties to attend Grievance or Committee meetings must be authorized by the Employer. Such permission will not be withheld unreasonably. In accordance with this understanding and provided the time is kept at a minimum, the Employer will pay Committee members for such time when it is spent during the nurses' scheduled working hours and on the premises of the Employer. Provided, however, that the foregoing shall not be operative at the arbitration stage of the grievance procedure or to such other arbitration, conciliation and mediation as may be provided by legislation or by mutual agreement. 6.04 The Employer agrees with the Local Association to the establishment of a Labour Management Committee. This Committee, which shall be composed of equal representation from each party, of not more than four (4) members from each party, shall endeavour to meet not less than every second month, at the request of either party, for the purpose of discussing items relevant to the services to residents of the Lodge, matters of safety, health and welfare and other matters of mutual concern, other than grievances, relative to the operation of the Lodge. It is understood, however, that there may be times when equal representation cannot be achieved and the parties may agree to proceed or make adjustments on either side to balance the representation. An agenda of items to be put forward for discussion shall be forwarded to the other party by the party requesting the meeting at least two (2) weeks in advance of the proposed meeting. At the request of either party a Representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association may be present at any meeting of the Labour Management Committee. 6.05 The Employer agrees that an Officer of the Association or nurse representative shall be allowed a reasonable period during regular working hours to interview newly hired nurses during their probationary period. During such interview, membership forms may be provided to the nurse. These interviews shall be scheduled in advance as determined by the Director of Nursing/or designate. 6.06 Every effort will be made to schedule committee meetings as referenced in article 6 when committee members are working. In the event that a committee meeting is scheduled on a day off for the committee member, the member will be paid straight time for all hours in attendance at the committee meeting.

Association Representation. 6.01 (a) The Employer agrees to recognize Region recognizes the following representatives and committee members of the local Association’s duly chartered Local namely Halton Health Programs Bargaining Unit, Ontario Nurses’ Association, all of whom are nurses of the Region and who have completed their probationary term of employment: (ai) A Negotiating Committee negotiating committee of not more than four (4) employee nursesnurses who shall act on behalf of the Association in the negotiating of this agreement. (ii) A Grievance committee of three (3) nurses who shall assist any nurse in the presentation of a grievance. (iii) Nine (9) nurse representatives. (b) The parties agree to form an Association-Management Committee consisting of seven (7) members appointed by the Region and seven (7) members appointed by the Local Association to discuss matters of mutual interest. Meetings between the Association and Region Representatives may be held at mutually convenient times. A Grievance Committee representative or consultant of not more than three (3) nurses. Every attempt will both the Ontario Nurses’ Association and the Region may attend such meeting if requested to be made to have a representative from each Lodge where a grievance occurs attend the grievance meeting. The employer recognizes the Bargaining Unit President, or their designate as a member of the grievance committeepresent by either party. 6.02 The Negotiating Committee and the Grievance Committee Association shall have the right of at any time to have the assistance of their Labour Relations Officer a representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association at these meetings with the Employer’ Association. 6.03 The Association acknowledges that will provide the Region with the names of its officers, committee members and nurse representatives and shall keep such list up to date at all times. 6.04 Committee members have or nurse representatives shall not leave their regular duties which must be performed for the purposes of conducting business on behalf of the Employer and that all absences from regular duties to attend Grievance Association or Committee meetings must be authorized by the Employer. Such permission will not be withheld unreasonably. In accordance in connection with this understanding and provided Agreement without first obtaining the time is kept at a minimumpermission of their immediate manager or his/her designate, nor shall the Employer will pay Committee members for such time when it is spent Association or any nurse engage in Association activities during the nurses' scheduled working hours and or hold meetings at any time on the premises of the Employer. Provided, however, that Regional Corporation without permission in writing from the foregoing shall not be operative at the arbitration stage designated Director for use of such premises. 6.05 Nurses who are members of the grievance procedure or negotiating committee shall suffer no loss of pay while attending negotiating meetings with the Region up to such other arbitration, conciliation and mediation as may be provided by legislation or by mutual agreementincluding conciliation. 6.04 The Employer agrees with 6.06 A representative of the Local Association to the establishment of a Labour Management Committee. This Committee, which shall be composed of equal representation from each party, of not more than four (4) members from each party, shall endeavour to meet not less than every second month, at the request of either party, for the purpose of discussing items relevant to the services to residents of the Lodge, matters of safety, health and welfare and other matters of mutual concern, other than grievances, relative to the operation of the Lodge. It is understood, however, that there may be times when equal representation cannot be achieved and the parties may agree to proceed or make adjustments on either side to balance the representation. An agenda of items to be put forward for discussion shall be forwarded to the other party by the party requesting the meeting at least two (2) weeks in advance of the proposed meeting. At the request of either party a Representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association may be present at any meeting of the Labour Management Committee. 6.05 The Employer agrees that an Officer of the Association or nurse representative shall be allowed a reasonable period during regular working hours fifteen (15) minutes within the Department’s orientation program to interview discuss with newly hired nurses during their probationary period. During such interview, membership forms may be provided nurse(s) the benefits and duties of Association Membership and responsibility to the nurse. These interviews shall be scheduled in advance as determined by Association and to the Director of Nursing/or designateRegion. 6.06 Every effort will be made 6.07 The Association and the Region shall establish a Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Meetings shall take place at times mutually agreeable to schedule committee meetings as referenced both parties except in article 6 when committee members are working. In the event that a committee meeting is scheduled on a day off for the committee member, the member will be paid straight time for all hours in attendance at the committee meetingcase of emergencies.

Association Representation. 6.01 The Employer agrees to recognize the following representatives of the local Association: (a) A Negotiating Committee of not more than four (4) employee nurses. (b) A Grievance Committee of not more than three (3) employee nurses. Every attempt , two (2) of whom will be made to have a representative from each representatives of the Lodge where a grievance occurs attend the grievance meeting. The employer recognizes the Bargaining Unit President, or their designate as a member of the grievance committeeoccurs. 6.02 The Negotiating Committee and the Grievance Committee shall have the right of the assistance of their Labour Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Association at these meetings with the Employer. 6.03 The Association acknowledges that Committee members have regular duties which must be performed on behalf of the Employer and that all absences from regular duties to attend Grievance or Committee meetings must be authorized by the Employer. Such permission will not be withheld unreasonably. In accordance with this understanding and provided the time is kept at a minimum, the Employer will pay Committee members for such time when it is spent during the nurses' scheduled working hours and on the premises of the Employer. Provided, however, that the foregoing shall not be operative at the arbitration stage of the grievance procedure or to such other arbitration, conciliation and mediation as may be provided by legislation or by mutual agreement. 6.04 The Employer agrees with the Local Association to the establishment of a Labour Management Committee. This Committee, which shall be composed of equal representation from each party, of not more than four three (43) members from each party, shall endeavour to meet not less than every second month, at upon the request of either party, but not more often than every second month, for the purpose of discussing items relevant to the services to residents of the Lodge, matters of safety, health and welfare and other matters of mutual concern, other than grievances, relative to the operation of the Lodge. It is understood, however, that there may be times when equal representation cannot be achieved and the parties may agree to proceed or make adjustments on either side to balance the representation. An agenda of items to be put forward for discussion shall be forwarded to the other party by the party requesting the meeting at least two one (21) weeks week in advance of the proposed meeting. At the request of either party a Representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association may be present at any meeting of the Labour Management Committee. 6.05 The Employer agrees that an Officer of the Association or nurse representative shall be allowed a reasonable period during regular working hours to interview newly hired nurses during their probationary period. During such interview, membership forms may be provided to the nurse. These interviews shall be scheduled in advance as determined by the Director of Nursing/or designateCare. 6.06 Every effort will be made to schedule committee meetings as referenced in article 6 when committee members are working. In the event that a committee meeting is scheduled on a day off for the committee member, the member will be paid straight time for all hours in attendance at the committee meeting.

Association Representation. 6.01 7.01 The Employer agrees to recognize the following representatives of the local Associationwill recognize: (a) A Negotiating Committee negotiating committee composed of not more than four three (43) employee nurses, whose duties shall be to negotiate renewal agreements. (b) A Grievance Committee of not more than three (3) nursesnurses whose function shall be outlined in the grievance procedure; (c) Three (3) nurses to act as Nurse Representatives; (d) An Association Management Committee comprised of two (2) representatives of the Association, who shall meet with the Director of Population Health or her designated nominee at the request of either party once every three (3) months for the purpose of discussing matters of mutual concern including the quality and quantity of nursing care, and for promoting and providing effective and meaningful communication of information and ideas. Every attempt In advance of the meeting, the Committee members shall indicate to the Chair any pertinent items they would like added to the agenda for discussion. The Agenda will be made circulated one (1) week in advance of the meeting, in order that any necessary information may be obtained. Minutes of the meeting, and any recommended disposition of any matter, shall be maintained. Copies of these minutes shall be provided to have a representative Committee members and to the Office Nurse Representatives. (e) The Employer acknowledges the desire to maintain, to the extent within its control, standards of health and safety for its employees. It is, therefore, agreed that one (1) Nurse Representative as selected or appointed by the Association from each Lodge where a grievance occurs attend the grievance meeting. The employer recognizes the Bargaining Unit President, or their designate as a shall sit on the Occupational Health and Safety Committee and such representative shall be the certified member pursuant to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The Occupational Health and Safety Committee shall carry out its functions pursuant to the Occupational Health and Safety Act of the grievance committeeOntario. 6.02 The Negotiating Committee and the Grievance Committee shall have the right of the assistance of their Labour Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Association at these meetings with the Employer. 6.03 7.02 The Association acknowledges that Committee members have regular duties which must be performed to perform on behalf of the Employer and that all absences such nurses will therefore not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission to do so from their immediate supervisor. When resuming regular duties they will be required to report back to their immediate Supervisor. It is understood that the taking of such time away from regular duties will be kept to attend Grievance a minimum and that permission will not therefore be unreasonably withheld. 7.03 The Employer agrees to pay for time spent for Representatives of the Association attending meetings of any one Committee listed in 7.01, provided the Representative would otherwise be at work at the time of the meeting. 7.04 It is agreed that an employee, or Committee meetings must be authorized group of employees, shall have the right to have a Union representative present at any time the employee(s) feels it is, or becomes, necessary and it is reasonable to do so. In the case of a disciplinary action by the Employer. Such permission will not be withheld unreasonably. In accordance with this understanding and provided the time is kept at a minimum, the Employer will pay Committee members for such time when it is spent during the nurses' scheduled working hours and on the premises of the Employer. Provided, however, that the foregoing shall not be operative at the arbitration stage of the grievance procedure or to such other arbitration, conciliation and mediation as may be provided by legislation or by mutual agreement. 6.04 The Employer agrees with the Local Association to the establishment of a Labour Management Committee. This Committee, which employee shall be composed advised of equal representation from each party, of not more than four (4) members from each party, shall endeavour to meet not less than every second month, at the request of either party, for the purpose of discussing items relevant to the services to residents of the Lodge, matters of safety, health and welfare and other matters of mutual concern, other than grievances, relative to the operation of the Lodge. It is understood, however, that there may be times when equal representation cannot be achieved and the parties may agree to proceed or make adjustments on either side to balance the representation. An agenda of items to be put forward for discussion shall be forwarded to the other party by the party requesting the meeting at least two (2) weeks this right in advance of the proposed meeting. At the request of either party a Representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association may be present at any meeting of the Labour Management Committeeaction being taken. 6.05 The Employer agrees that an Officer of the Association or nurse representative shall be allowed a reasonable period during regular working hours to interview newly hired nurses during their probationary period. During such interview, membership forms may be provided to the nurse. These interviews shall be scheduled in advance as determined by the Director of Nursing/or designate. 6.06 Every effort will be made to schedule committee meetings as referenced in article 6 when committee members are working. In the event that a committee meeting is scheduled on a day off for the committee member, the member will be paid straight time for all hours in attendance at the committee meeting.

Association Representation. 6.01 The Employer agrees to will recognize the following representatives of the local Associationfollowing: (a) Three (3) Nurse Representatives, one from each site and the Bargaining Unit President. (b) The Employer will recognize a Grievance Committee consisting of two (2) representatives from the bargaining unit. A committee member may investigate and process grievances in accordance with the grievance procedure set out in this Agreement. (c) A Negotiating Committee of not more than four (4) employee nurses. (b) A Grievance Committee of not more than three (3) nurses. Every attempt will be made to have a representative representatives (one from each Lodge where a grievance occurs attend the grievance meeting. The employer recognizes site and the Bargaining Unit President, or their designate as ) and a member of the grievance committee. 6.02 The Negotiating Committee and the Grievance Committee shall have the right of the assistance of their Labour Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Association at these meetings with the EmployerAssociation. 6.03 (d) The Employer agrees that there shall be a Management-Association acknowledges that Committee members have regular duties which must be performed on behalf composed of an equal number of representatives of the Employer and Association. It is understood and agreed that all absences from neither party shall have more than two (2) representatives on this committee. Meetings of this committee shall be held at times mutually agreed to by the parties and at least once every three (3) months. It is understood that failure to meet more than once every three (3) months will not be the subject of a grievance unless it's an emergency meeting requested pursuant to Article 20. The purpose of this committee shall be to discuss matters relating to work load, scheduling matters, job content or other matters of mutual concern. Minutes of these meetings shall be maintained and signed by both parties. The role of chairperson shall rotate between the parties. 6.02 The Association will supply the Employer with the names of its representatives and committee members and changes thereto, in writing. (a) If a Representative or committee member(s) must leave her regular duties for a period of time in order to attend Grievance or Committee meetings must be authorized by to Association business on the Employerpremises, she will first obtain the permission of her Supervisor. Such permission will not be withheld unreasonablyunreasonably withheld. In accordance with this understanding Upon completion of her business, the Representative will report to her Supervisor and provided then return to her regular duties. (b) Whenever possible Association business shall be performed outside regular working hours. It is understood that the time is kept at spent by a minimum, the Employer will pay Committee members for such time when it is spent during the nurses' scheduled nurse outside regular working hours and on the premises of the Employer. Provided, however, that the foregoing for Association business shall not be operative at the arbitration stage compensated. (c) The Home agrees to pay members of the grievance procedure or to such other arbitrationNegotiating Committee for time spent during working hours in negotiations with the Home for a renewal agreement up to, but not including, conciliation and mediation as may be provided by legislation or by mutual agreementthat the nurse was scheduled to work. 6.04 The Employer agrees with Association Committees shall have the Local Association right to have the establishment assistance of a Labour Management Committee. This Committee, which shall be composed of equal representation representatives or consultants from each party, of not more than four (4) members from each party, shall endeavour to meet not less than every second month, at the request of either party, for the purpose of discussing items relevant to the services to residents or acting on behalf of the Lodge, matters of safety, health and welfare and other matters of mutual concern, other than grievances, relative to the operation of the LodgeOntario Nurses' Association. It is understood, however, that there may be times when equal representation cannot be achieved and the parties may agree to proceed or make adjustments on either side to balance the representation. An agenda of items to be put forward for discussion shall be forwarded to the other party by the party requesting the meeting at least two (2) weeks in advance of the proposed meeting. At the request of either party a Representative The representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association may be present at any meeting will obtain prior consent of the Labour Management CommitteeAdministrator before entering the Home. Such consent shall not be arbitrarily withheld. 6.05 The During the orientation period, the Employer agrees that an Officer of the Association or to provide a nurse representative shall be allowed from the bargaining unit with a reasonable period during of time within regular working hours to interview meet with newly hired nurses during their probationary period. During such interview, membership forms may be provided to the nurse. These interviews shall be scheduled in advance as determined by the Director of Nursing/or designatenurses. 6.06 Every effort will be made to schedule committee meetings as referenced in article 6 when committee members are working. In the event that a committee meeting is scheduled on a day off for the committee member, the member will be paid straight time for all hours in attendance at the committee meeting.

Association Representation. 6.01 7.01 The Employer Corporation agrees to recognize the following representatives of the local Association: (a) A Negotiating a negotiating Committee of not more than four two (42) employee nurses. The Corporation agrees to pay members of the Negotiating Committee for time spent during regular working hours in negotiations with the Corporation for a renewal agreement up to, but not including, Arbitration. (b) A a Grievance Committee of not more than three two (32) nurses. Every attempt will . (c) a Labour Management Committee of not more than two (2) nurses whose purpose shall be made to have a representative from each Lodge where a grievance occurs attend discuss with Management, matters of concern to either party. 7.02 The Association shall notify the grievance meeting. The employer recognizes the Bargaining Unit President, or their designate as a member Employer in writing of the grievance committeenames of its officers, representatives and committee members. 6.02 7.03 The Negotiating Committee and shall have the right to have the assistance of a representative of the Ontario Nurses’ Association. 7.04 The Grievance Committee shall have the right of to have the assistance of their Labour Relations Officer a representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association at these meetings with the Employer’ Association. 6.03 7.05 The Association acknowledges that Committee members have regular duties which must be performed on behalf of the Employer Corporation and that all absences from regular duties to attend Grievance or Committee meetings must be authorized by the EmployerCorporation. Such permission will not be withheld unreasonably. In accordance with this understanding and provided the time is kept at a minimum, the Employer Corporation will pay Committee members for such time when it is spent during the nurses' nurse’s scheduled working hours hours. (a) The Home and the Association agree to abide by and follow the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and a member of the Association or an alternate, will be on the Occupational Health & Safety Committee for the Home. (b) All time spent by a member of the Health and Safety Committee attending meetings of the Committee and carrying out her duties shall be deemed to be work time for which she shall be paid by her Employer at her regular or premium rate as may be proper and she shall be entitled to such time from her work as is necessary. 7.07 The Home agrees to give representatives of the Ontario Nurses’ Association access to the premises of the Employer. Provided, however, that the foregoing shall not be operative at the arbitration stage of the grievance procedure or to such other arbitration, conciliation and mediation as may be provided by legislation or by mutual agreement. 6.04 The Employer agrees with the Local Association to the establishment of a Labour Management Committee. This Committee, which shall be composed of equal representation from each party, of not more than four (4) members from each party, shall endeavour to meet not less than every second month, at the request of either party, Home for the purpose of discussing items relevant attending grievance meetings or otherwise assisting in the administration of this Agreement, provided prior arrangements are made with the Administrator or his designate. Such representatives shall have access to the services to residents premises only with the approval of the LodgeAdministrator, matters of safetyor his designate, health and welfare and other matters of mutual concern, other than grievances, relative to the operation of the Lodge. It is understood, however, that there may be times when equal representation canwhich will not be achieved and the parties may agree to proceed or make adjustments on either side to balance the representation. An agenda of items to be put forward for discussion shall be forwarded to the other party by the party requesting the meeting at least two (2) weeks in advance of the proposed meeting. At the request of either party a Representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association may be present at any meeting of the Labour Management Committeeunreasonably withheld. 6.05 The Employer agrees that an Officer of the Association or nurse representative shall be allowed a reasonable period during regular working hours to interview newly hired nurses during their probationary period. During such interview, membership forms may be provided to the nurse. These interviews shall be scheduled in advance as determined by the Director of Nursing/or designate. 6.06 Every effort will be made to schedule committee meetings as referenced in article 6 when committee members are working. In the event that a committee meeting is scheduled on a day off for the committee member, the member will be paid straight time for all hours in attendance at the committee meeting.

Association Representation. 6.01 7.01 The Employer agrees to recognize the following representatives of the local Associationwill recognize: (a) A Negotiating Committee negotiating committee composed of not more than four three (43) employee nurses, whose duties shall be to negotiate renewal agreements. (b) A Grievance Committee of not more than three (3) nurses whose function shall be outlined in the grievance procedure; (c) One (1) nurse per office site to act as Nurse Representatives; (d) A Joint Labour Relations Committee comprised of four (4) representatives of the Association and four (4) management representatives shall meet at the request of either party once every quarter for the purpose of providing effective two way communication of information and ideas, resolving concerns and issues through ongoing discussion to reach an equitable resolution, and to establish, enhance and maintain positive relations. The Association President representative and the Human Resources Management representative will act as the main Committee contacts and alternate Committee Chairs. Ad hoc meetings may be called by either the Association President or the Human Resources Management Chairs if required to address specific issues. The Association President and the Human Resources Management representative may contact one another at any time to discuss issues as they arise and schedule a meeting of the Joint Labour Relations Committee when required. In advance of a meeting, the Committee members shall indicate to the Chair any pertinent items they would like added to the agenda for discussion. The agenda will be circulated one (1) week in advance of the meeting, in order that necessary information may be obtained. Minutes of the meeting will be kept and provided to Committee members without prejudice. (e) The Employer acknowledges the desire to maintain, to the extent within its control, standards of health and safety for its nurses. Every attempt will be made to have a representative It is, therefore, agreed that one (1) Nurse Representative as selected or appointed by the Association from each Lodge where a grievance occurs attend the grievance meeting. The employer recognizes the Bargaining Unit President, or their designate as a shall sit on the Occupational Health and Safety Committee and such representative shall be the certified member pursuant to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The Occupational Health and Safety Committee shall carry out its functions pursuant to the Occupational Health and Safety Act of the grievance committeeOntario. 6.02 The Negotiating Committee and the Grievance Committee shall have the right of the assistance of their Labour Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Association at these meetings with the Employer. 6.03 7.02 The Association acknowledges that Committee members have regular duties which must be performed to perform on behalf of the Employer and that all absences such nurses will therefore not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission to do so from their immediate supervisor. When resuming regular duties they will be required to report back to their immediate Supervisor. It is understood that the taking of such time away from regular duties will be kept to attend Grievance a minimum and that permission will not therefore be unreasonably withheld. 7.03 The Employer agrees to pay for time spent for Representatives of the Association attending meetings of any one Committee listed in 7.01, provided the Representative would otherwise be at work at the time of the meeting. 7.04 It is agreed that a nurse, or Committee meetings must be authorized group of nurses, shall have the right to have an Association representative present at any time the nurse(s) feels it is, or becomes, necessary and it is reasonable to do so. In the case of a disciplinary action by the Employer. Such permission will not be withheld unreasonably. In accordance with this understanding and provided the time is kept at a minimum, the Employer will pay Committee members for such time when it is spent during the nurses' scheduled working hours and on the premises of the Employer. Provided, however, that the foregoing shall not be operative at the arbitration stage of the grievance procedure or to such other arbitration, conciliation and mediation as may be provided by legislation or by mutual agreement. 6.04 The Employer agrees with the Local Association to the establishment of a Labour Management Committee. This Committee, which nurse shall be composed advised of equal representation from each party, of not more than four (4) members from each party, shall endeavour to meet not less than every second month, at the request of either party, for the purpose of discussing items relevant to the services to residents of the Lodge, matters of safety, health and welfare and other matters of mutual concern, other than grievances, relative to the operation of the Lodge. It is understood, however, that there may be times when equal representation cannot be achieved and the parties may agree to proceed or make adjustments on either side to balance the representation. An agenda of items to be put forward for discussion shall be forwarded to the other party by the party requesting the meeting at least two (2) weeks this right in advance of the proposed meeting. At action being taken. 7.05 The Association shall have the request right at any time to have the assistance of either party a Representative representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association may be present at any meeting of the Labour Management Committee’ Association. 6.05 The Employer agrees that an Officer of the Association or nurse representative shall be allowed a reasonable period during regular working hours to interview newly hired nurses during their probationary period. During such interview, membership forms may be provided to the nurse. These interviews shall be scheduled in advance as determined by the Director of Nursing/or designate. 6.06 Every effort will be made to schedule committee meetings as referenced in article 6 when committee members are working. In the event that a committee meeting is scheduled on a day off for the committee member, the member will be paid straight time for all hours in attendance at the committee meeting.

Association Representation. 6.01 7.01 The Employer agrees to recognize the following representatives of the local Associationwill recognize: (a) A Negotiating Committee negotiating committee composed of not more than four three (43) employee nurses, whose duties shall be to negotiate renewal agreements. (b) A Grievance Committee of not more than three (3) nurses whose function shall be outlined in the grievance procedure; (c) One (1) nurse per office site to act as Nurse Representatives; (d) A Joint Labour Relations Committee comprised of four (4) representatives of the Association and four (4) management representatives shall meet at the request of either party once every quarter for the purpose of providing effective two-way communication of information and ideas, resolving concerns and issues through ongoing discussion to reach an equitable resolution, and to establish, enhance and maintain positive relations. Expression of interest will be an appropriate subject for discussion. The Association President representative and the Human Resources Management representative will act as the main Committee contacts and alternate Committee Chairs. Ad hoc meetings may be called by either the Association President or the Human Resources Management Chairs if required to address specific issues. The Association President and the Human Resources Management representative may contact one another at any time to discuss issues as they arise and schedule a meeting of the Joint Labour Relations Committee when required. In advance of a meeting, the Committee members shall indicate to the Chair any pertinent items they would like added to the agenda for discussion. The agenda will be circulated one (1) week in advance of the meeting, in order that necessary information may be obtained. Minutes of the meeting will be kept and provided to Committee members without prejudice. (e) The Employer acknowledges the desire to maintain, to the extent within its control, standards of health and safety for its nurses. Every attempt will be made to have a representative It is, therefore, agreed that one (1) Nurse Representative as selected or appointed by the Association from each Lodge where a grievance occurs attend the grievance meeting. The employer recognizes the Bargaining Unit President, or their designate as a shall sit on the Occupational Health and Safety Committee and such representative shall be the certified member pursuant to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The Occupational Health and Safety Committee shall carry out its functions pursuant to the Occupational Health and Safety Act of the grievance committeeOntario. 6.02 The Negotiating Committee and the Grievance Committee shall have the right of the assistance of their Labour Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Association at these meetings with the Employer. 6.03 7.02 The Association acknowledges that Committee members have regular duties which must be performed to perform on behalf of the Employer and that all absences such nurses will therefore not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission to do so from their immediate supervisor. When resuming regular duties they will be required to report back to their immediate Supervisor. It is understood that the taking of such time away from regular duties will be kept to attend Grievance a minimum and that permission will not therefore be unreasonably withheld. 7.03 The Employer agrees to pay for time spent for Representatives of the Association attending meetings of any one Committee listed in 7.01, provided the Representative would otherwise be at work at the time of the meeting. 7.04 It is agreed that a nurse, or Committee meetings must be authorized group of nurses, shall have the right to have an Association representative present at any time the nurse(s) feels it is, or becomes, necessary and it is reasonable to do so. In the case of a disciplinary action by the Employer. Such permission will not be withheld unreasonably. In accordance with this understanding and provided the time is kept at a minimum, the Employer will pay Committee members for such time when it is spent during the nurses' scheduled working hours and on the premises of the Employer. Provided, however, that the foregoing shall not be operative at the arbitration stage of the grievance procedure or to such other arbitration, conciliation and mediation as may be provided by legislation or by mutual agreement. 6.04 The Employer agrees with the Local Association to the establishment of a Labour Management Committee. This Committee, which nurse shall be composed advised of equal representation from each party, of not more than four (4) members from each party, shall endeavour to meet not less than every second month, at the request of either party, for the purpose of discussing items relevant to the services to residents of the Lodge, matters of safety, health and welfare and other matters of mutual concern, other than grievances, relative to the operation of the Lodge. It is understood, however, that there may be times when equal representation cannot be achieved and the parties may agree to proceed or make adjustments on either side to balance the representation. An agenda of items to be put forward for discussion shall be forwarded to the other party by the party requesting the meeting at least two (2) weeks this right in advance of the proposed meeting. At action being taken. 7.05 The Association shall have the request right at any time to have the assistance of either party a Representative representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association may be present at any meeting of the Labour Management Committee’ Association. 6.05 The Employer agrees that an Officer of the Association or nurse representative shall be allowed a reasonable period during regular working hours to interview newly hired nurses during their probationary period. During such interview, membership forms may be provided to the nurse. These interviews shall be scheduled in advance as determined by the Director of Nursing/or designate. 6.06 Every effort will be made to schedule committee meetings as referenced in article 6 when committee members are working. In the event that a committee meeting is scheduled on a day off for the committee member, the member will be paid straight time for all hours in attendance at the committee meeting.

Association Representation. 6.01 7.01 The Employer agrees to recognize the following representatives of the local Associationwill recognize: (a) A Negotiating Committee negotiating committee composed of not more than four three (43) employee nurses, whose duties shall be to negotiate renewal agreements. (b) A Grievance Committee of not more than three (3) nursesnurses whose function shall be outlined in the grievance procedure; (c) One (1) nurse per office site to act as Nurse Representatives; (d) An Association Management Committee comprised of two (2) representatives of the Association, who shall meet with the Chief Nursing Officer or her designated nominee and one other management representative at the request of either party once every three (3) months for the purpose of discussing matters of mutual concern including the quality and quantity of nursing care, and for promoting and providing effective and meaningful communication of information and ideas. Every attempt In advance of the meeting, the Committee members shall indicate to the Chair any pertinent items they would like added to the agenda for discussion. The Agenda will be made circulated one (1) week in advance of the meeting, in order that any necessary information may be obtained. Minutes of the meeting, and any recommended disposition of any matter, shall be maintained. Copies of these minutes shall be provided to have a representative Committee members and to the Office Nurse Representatives. (e) The Employer acknowledges the desire to maintain, to the extent within its control, standards of health and safety for its employees. It is, therefore, agreed that one (1) Nurse Representative as selected or appointed by the Association from each Lodge where a grievance occurs attend the grievance meeting. The employer recognizes the Bargaining Unit President, or their designate as a shall sit on the Occupational Health and Safety Committee and such representative shall be the certified member pursuant to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The Occupational Health and Safety Committee shall carry out its functions pursuant to the Occupational Health and Safety Act of the grievance committeeOntario. 6.02 The Negotiating Committee and the Grievance Committee shall have the right of the assistance of their Labour Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Association at these meetings with the Employer. 6.03 7.02 The Association acknowledges that Committee members have regular duties which must be performed to perform on behalf of the Employer and that all absences such nurses will therefore not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission to do so from their immediate supervisor. When resuming regular duties they will be required to report back to their immediate Supervisor. It is understood that the taking of such time away from regular duties will be kept to attend Grievance a minimum and that permission will not therefore be unreasonably withheld. 7.03 The Employer agrees to pay for time spent for Representatives of the Association attending meetings of any one Committee listed in 7.01, provided the Representative would otherwise be at work at the time of the meeting. 7.04 It is agreed that an employee, or Committee meetings must be authorized group of employees, shall have the right to have a Union representative present at any time the employee(s) feels it is, or becomes, necessary and it is reasonable to do so. In the case of a disciplinary action by the Employer. Such permission will not be withheld unreasonably. In accordance with this understanding and provided the time is kept at a minimum, the Employer will pay Committee members for such time when it is spent during the nurses' scheduled working hours and on the premises of the Employer. Provided, however, that the foregoing shall not be operative at the arbitration stage of the grievance procedure or to such other arbitration, conciliation and mediation as may be provided by legislation or by mutual agreement. 6.04 The Employer agrees with the Local Association to the establishment of a Labour Management Committee. This Committee, which employee shall be composed advised of equal representation from each party, of not more than four (4) members from each party, shall endeavour to meet not less than every second month, at the request of either party, for the purpose of discussing items relevant to the services to residents of the Lodge, matters of safety, health and welfare and other matters of mutual concern, other than grievances, relative to the operation of the Lodge. It is understood, however, that there may be times when equal representation cannot be achieved and the parties may agree to proceed or make adjustments on either side to balance the representation. An agenda of items to be put forward for discussion shall be forwarded to the other party by the party requesting the meeting at least two (2) weeks this right in advance of the proposed meeting. At action being taken. 7.05 The Union shall have the request right at any time to have the assistance of either party a Representative representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association may be present at any meeting of the Labour Management Committee’ Association. 6.05 The Employer agrees that an Officer of the Association or nurse representative shall be allowed a reasonable period during regular working hours to interview newly hired nurses during their probationary period. During such interview, membership forms may be provided to the nurse. These interviews shall be scheduled in advance as determined by the Director of Nursing/or designate. 6.06 Every effort will be made to schedule committee meetings as referenced in article 6 when committee members are working. In the event that a committee meeting is scheduled on a day off for the committee member, the member will be paid straight time for all hours in attendance at the committee meeting.

Association Representation. 6.01 The Employer agrees to will recognize the following representatives of the local Associationfollowing: (a) Three (3) Nurse Representatives, one from each site and the Bargaining Unit President. (b) The Employer will recognize a Grievance Committee consisting of two (2) representatives from the bargaining unit. A committee member may investigate and process grievances in accordance with the grievance procedure set out in this Agreement. (c) A Negotiating Committee of not more than four (4) employee nurses. (b) A Grievance Committee of not more than three (3) nurses. Every attempt will be made to have a representative representatives (one from each Lodge where a grievance occurs attend the grievance meeting. The employer recognizes site and the Bargaining Unit President, or their designate as ) and a member of the grievance committee. 6.02 The Negotiating Committee and the Grievance Committee shall have the right of the assistance of their Labour Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Association at these meetings with the EmployerAssociation. 6.03 (d) The Employer agrees that there shall be a Management- Association acknowledges that Committee members have regular duties which must be performed on behalf composed of an equal number of representatives of the Employer and Association. It is understood and agreed that all absences from neither party shall have more than two (2) representatives on this committee. Meetings of this committee shall be held at times mutually agreed to by the parties and at least once every three (3) months. It is understood that failure to meet more than once every three (3) months will not be the subject of a grievance unless it's an emergency meeting requested pursuant to Article 20. The purpose of this committee shall be to discuss matters relating to work load, scheduling matters, job content or other matters of mutual concern. Minutes of these meetings shall be maintained and signed by both parties. The role of chairperson shall rotate between the parties. 6.02 The Association will supply the Employer with the names of its representatives and committee members and changes thereto, in writing. (a) If a Representative or committee member(s) must leave her regular duties for a period of time in order to attend Grievance or Committee meetings must be authorized by to Association business on the Employerpremises, she will first obtain the permission of her Supervisor. Such permission will not be withheld unreasonablyunreasonably withheld. In accordance with this understanding Upon completion of her business, the Representative will report to her Supervisor and provided then return to her regular duties. (b) Whenever possible Association business shall be performed outside regular working hours. It is understood that the time is kept at spent by a minimum, the Employer will pay Committee members for such time when it is spent during the nurses' scheduled nurse outside regular working hours and on the premises of the Employer. Provided, however, that the foregoing for Association business shall not be operative at the arbitration stage compensated. (c) The Home agrees to pay members of the grievance procedure or to such other arbitrationNegotiating Committee for time spent during working hours in negotiations with the Home for a renewal agreement up to, but not including, conciliation and mediation as may be provided by legislation or by mutual agreementthat the nurse was scheduled to work. 6.04 The Employer agrees with Association Committees shall have the Local Association right to have the establishment assistance of a Labour Management Committee. This Committee, which shall be composed of equal representation representatives or consultants from each party, of not more than four (4) members from each party, shall endeavour to meet not less than every second month, at the request of either party, for the purpose of discussing items relevant to the services to residents or acting on behalf of the Lodge, matters of safety, health and welfare and other matters of mutual concern, other than grievances, relative to the operation of the LodgeOntario Nurses' Association. It is understood, however, that there may be times when equal representation cannot be achieved and the parties may agree to proceed or make adjustments on either side to balance the representation. An agenda of items to be put forward for discussion shall be forwarded to the other party by the party requesting the meeting at least two (2) weeks in advance of the proposed meeting. At the request of either party a Representative The representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association may be present at any meeting will obtain prior consent of the Labour Management CommitteeAdministrator before entering the Home. Such consent shall not be arbitrarily withheld. 6.05 The During the orientation period, the Employer agrees that an Officer of the Association or to provide a nurse representative shall be allowed from the bargaining unit with a reasonable period during of time within regular working hours to interview meet with newly hired nurses during their probationary period. During such interview, membership forms may be provided to the nurse. These interviews shall be scheduled in advance as determined by the Director of Nursing/or designatenurses. 6.06 Every effort will be made to schedule committee meetings as referenced in article 6 when committee members are working. In the event that a committee meeting is scheduled on a day off for the committee member, the member will be paid straight time for all hours in attendance at the committee meeting.

Association Representation. 6.01 (a) The Employer agrees to recognize Region recognizes the following representatives and committee members of the local Association’s duly chartered Local namely Halton Health Programs Bargaining Unit, Ontario Nurses’ Association, all of whom are nurses of the Region and who have completed their probationary term of employment: (ai) A Negotiating Committee negotiating committee of not more than four (4) employee nursesnurses who shall act on behalf of the Association in the negotiating of this agreement. (ii) A Grievance committee of three (3) nurses who shall assist any nurse in the presentation of a grievance. (iii) Nine (9) nurse representatives. (b) The parties agree to form an Association-Management Committee consisting of seven (7) members appointed by the Region and seven (7) members appointed by the Local Association to discuss matters of mutual interest. Meetings between the Association and Region Representatives may be held at mutually convenient times. A Grievance Committee representative or consultant of not more than three (3) nurses. Every attempt will both the Ontario Nurses’ Association and the Region may attend such meeting if requested to be made to have a representative from each Lodge where a grievance occurs attend the grievance meeting. The employer recognizes the Bargaining Unit President, or their designate as a member of the grievance committeepresent by either party. 6.02 6:02 The Negotiating Committee and the Grievance Committee Association shall have the right of at any time to have the assistance of their Labour Relations Officer a representative of the Ontario Nurses' ’ Association. 6:03 The Association at these meetings will provide the Region with the Employernames of its officers, committee members and nurse representatives and shall keep such list up to date at all times. 6.03 The Association acknowledges that 6:04 Committee members have or nurse representatives shall not leave their regular duties which must be performed for the purposes of conducting business on behalf of the Employer and that all absences from regular duties to attend Grievance Association or Committee meetings must be authorized by the Employer. Such permission will not be withheld unreasonably. In accordance in connection with this understanding and provided Agreement without first obtaining the time is kept at a minimumpermission of their immediate manager or his/her designate, nor shall the Employer will pay Committee members for such time when it is spent Association or any nurse engage in Association activities during the nurses' scheduled working hours and or hold meetings at any time on the premises of the Employer. Provided, however, that Regional Corporation without permission in writing from the foregoing shall not be operative at the arbitration stage designated Director for use of such premises. 6:05 Nurses who are members of the grievance procedure or negotiating committee shall suffer no loss of pay while attending negotiating meetings with the Region up to such other arbitration, conciliation and mediation as may be provided by legislation or by mutual agreementincluding conciliation. 6.04 The Employer agrees with 6:06 A representative of the Local Association to the establishment of a Labour Management Committee. This Committee, which shall be composed of equal representation from each party, of not more than four (4) members from each party, shall endeavour to meet not less than every second month, at the request of either party, for the purpose of discussing items relevant to the services to residents of the Lodge, matters of safety, health and welfare and other matters of mutual concern, other than grievances, relative to the operation of the Lodge. It is understood, however, that there may be times when equal representation cannot be achieved and the parties may agree to proceed or make adjustments on either side to balance the representation. An agenda of items to be put forward for discussion shall be forwarded to the other party by the party requesting the meeting at least two (2) weeks in advance of the proposed meeting. At the request of either party a Representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association may be present at any meeting of the Labour Management Committee. 6.05 The Employer agrees that an Officer of the Association or nurse representative shall be allowed a reasonable period during regular working hours fifteen (15) minutes within the Department’s orientation program to interview discuss with newly hired nurses during their probationary period. During such interview, membership forms may be provided nurse(s) the benefits and duties of Association Membership and responsibility to the nurse. These interviews shall be scheduled in advance as determined by Association and to the Director of Nursing/or designateRegion. 6.06 Every effort will be made 6:07 The Association and the Region shall establish a Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Meetings shall take place at times mutually agreeable to schedule committee meetings as referenced both parties except in article 6 when committee members are working. In the event that a committee meeting is scheduled on a day off for the committee member, the member will be paid straight time for all hours in attendance at the committee meetingcase of emergencies.

Association Representation. 6.01 The Employer agrees to recognize the following representatives of the local Association: (a) A Negotiating Committee of not more than four (4) employee nurses. (b) A Grievance Committee of not more than three (3) nurses. Every attempt will be made to have a representative representatives from each Lodge where a grievance occurs attend the grievance meeting. The employer recognizes the Bargaining Unit President, or their designate as a member of the grievance committee. 6.02 The Negotiating Committee and the Grievance Committee shall have the right of the assistance of their Labour Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Association at these meetings with the Employer. 6.03 The Association acknowledges that Committee members have regular duties which must be performed on behalf of the Employer and that all absences from regular duties to attend Grievance or Committee meetings must be authorized by the Employer. Such permission will not be withheld unreasonably. In accordance with this understanding and provided the time is kept at a minimum, the Employer will pay Committee members for such time when it is spent during the nurses' scheduled working hours and on the premises of the Employer. Provided, however, that the foregoing shall not be operative at the arbitration stage of the grievance procedure or to such other arbitration, conciliation and mediation as may be provided by legislation or by mutual agreement. 6.04 The Employer agrees with the Local Association to the establishment of a Labour Management Committee. This Committee, which shall be composed of equal representation from each party, of not more than four three (43) members from each party, shall endeavour to meet not less than every second month, at the request of either party, for the purpose of discussing items relevant to the services to residents of the Lodge, matters of safety, health and welfare and other matters of mutual concern, other than grievances, relative to the operation of the Lodge. It is understood, however, that there may be times when equal representation cannot be achieved and the parties may agree to proceed or make adjustments on either side to balance the representation. An agenda of items to be put forward for discussion shall be forwarded to the other party by the party requesting the meeting at least two (2) weeks in advance of the proposed meeting. At the request of either party a Representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association may be present at any meeting of the Labour Management Committee. 6.05 The Employer agrees that an Officer of the Association or nurse representative shall be allowed a reasonable period during regular working hours to interview newly hired nurses during their probationary period. During such interview, membership forms may be provided to the nurse. These interviews shall be scheduled in advance as determined by the Director of Nursing/or designate. 6.06 Every effort will be made to schedule committee meetings as referenced in article 6 when committee members are working. In the event that a committee meeting is scheduled on a day off for the committee member, the member will be paid straight time for all hours in attendance at the committee meeting.

Association Representation. 6.01 7.01 The Employer agrees to recognize the following representatives of the local Associationwill recognize: (a) A Negotiating Committee negotiating committee composed of not more than four three (43) employee nurses, whose duties shall be to negotiate renewal agreements. (b) A Grievance Committee of not more than three (3) nurses whose function shall be outlined in the grievance procedure; (c) One (1) nurse per office site to act as Nurse Representatives; (d) A Joint Labour Relations Committee comprised of four (4) representatives of the Association and four (4) management representatives shall meet at the request of either party once every quarter for the purpose of providing effective two way communication of information and ideas, resolving concerns and issues through ongoing discussion to reach an equitable resolution, and to establish, enhance and maintain positive relations. The Association President representative and the Human Resources Management representative will act as the main Committee contacts and alternate Committee Chairs. Ad hoc meetings may be called by either the Association President or the Human Resources Management Chairs if required to address specific issues. The Association President and the Human Resources Management representative may contact one another at any time to discuss issues as they arise and schedule a meeting of the Joint Labour Relations Committee when required. In advance of a meeting, the Committee members shall indicate to the Chair any pertinent items they would like added to the agenda for discussion. The agenda will be circulated one (1) week in advance of the meeting, in order that necessary information may be obtained. Minutes of the meeting will be kept and provided to Committee members without prejudice. (e) The Employer acknowledges the desire to maintain, to the extent within its control, standards of health and safety for its nurses. Every attempt will be made to have a representative It is, therefore, agreed that one (1) Nurse Representative as selected or appointed by the Association from each Lodge where a grievance occurs attend the grievance meeting. The employer recognizes the Bargaining Unit President, or their designate as a shall sit on the Occupational Health and Safety Committee and such representative shall be the certified member pursuant to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The Occupational Health and Safety Committee shall carry out its functions pursuant to the Occupational Health and Safety Act of the grievance committeeOntario. 6.02 The Negotiating Committee and the Grievance Committee shall have the right of the assistance of their Labour Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Association at these meetings with the Employer. 6.03 7.02 The Association acknowledges that Committee members have regular duties which must be performed to perform on behalf of the Employer and that all absences such nurses will therefore not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission to do so from their immediate supervisor. When resuming regular duties they will be required to report back to their immediate Supervisor. It is understood that the taking of such time away from regular duties will be kept to attend Grievance a minimum and that permission will not therefore be unreasonably withheld. 7.03 The Employer agrees to pay for time spent for Representatives of the Association attending meetings of any one Committee listed in 7.01, provided the Representative would otherwise be at work at the time of the meeting. 7.04 It is agreed that a nurse, or Committee meetings must be authorized group of nurses, shall have the right to have a Union representative present at any time the nurse(s) feels it is, or becomes, necessary and it is reasonable to do so. In the case of a disciplinary action by the Employer. Such permission will not be withheld unreasonably. In accordance with this understanding and provided the time is kept at a minimum, the Employer will pay Committee members for such time when it is spent during the nurses' scheduled working hours and on the premises of the Employer. Provided, however, that the foregoing shall not be operative at the arbitration stage of the grievance procedure or to such other arbitration, conciliation and mediation as may be provided by legislation or by mutual agreement. 6.04 The Employer agrees with the Local Association to the establishment of a Labour Management Committee. This Committee, which nurse shall be composed advised of equal representation from each party, of not more than four (4) members from each party, shall endeavour to meet not less than every second month, at the request of either party, for the purpose of discussing items relevant to the services to residents of the Lodge, matters of safety, health and welfare and other matters of mutual concern, other than grievances, relative to the operation of the Lodge. It is understood, however, that there may be times when equal representation cannot be achieved and the parties may agree to proceed or make adjustments on either side to balance the representation. An agenda of items to be put forward for discussion shall be forwarded to the other party by the party requesting the meeting at least two (2) weeks this right in advance of the proposed meeting. At action being taken. 7.05 The Union shall have the request right at any time to have the assistance of either party a Representative representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association may be present at any meeting of the Labour Management Committee’ Association. 6.05 The Employer agrees that an Officer of the Association or nurse representative shall be allowed a reasonable period during regular working hours to interview newly hired nurses during their probationary period. During such interview, membership forms may be provided to the nurse. These interviews shall be scheduled in advance as determined by the Director of Nursing/or designate. 6.06 Every effort will be made to schedule committee meetings as referenced in article 6 when committee members are working. In the event that a committee meeting is scheduled on a day off for the committee member, the member will be paid straight time for all hours in attendance at the committee meeting.