Common use of Central      Committee Clause in Contracts

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central bargaining between the Service Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitration. Upon reference to Arbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital be entitled to such payments. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee before negotiations commence of those employees to be paid under this provision. Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the Hospitals accordingly.

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Canadian Union of Public Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitalsparticipating hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee in Negotiating Committee direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. negotiating Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingsarbitration hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven, and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee negotiating Committee, before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the seven Hospitals accordinglyUnion Stewards Hospital agrees to recognize Union stewards to be elected or appointed from amongst employees the bargaining unit who have completed their probationary period for the purpose of dealing with Union business as provided under this collective Agreement. A Chief Xxxxxxx or designate may, the absence of any xxxxxxx, assist in the presentation of any grievance, or with any xxxxxxx function. The Union shall keep the Hospital notified writing of the names of Union stewards appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effective date of their respective appointments. It agreed that Union stewards have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Hospital and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. If, the performance of his duties, a Union xxxxxxx is required to enter an area within the Hospital which he not originally employed, he shall report his presence to the supervisor in the area immediately upon entering it. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. When resuming his regular duties and responsibilities, such xxxxxxx shall again report to his immediate supervisor. A Union xxxxxxx shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent in performing the above duties during his regular scheduled working hours. Nothing this Article shall preclude full- time stewards from representing part-time employees and vice-versa. The number of stewards and the areas which they represent, are to be determined Grievance Committee Hospital will recognize a Grievance Committee composed of the Chief Xxxxxxx and not more than (as set out in Local Provisions Appendix employees selected by the Union who have completed their probationary period. A general representative of the Union may be present at any meeting of the Committee. The purpose of the Committee to deal with complaints or grievances as set out this Collective Agreement. The Union shall keep the Hospital notified writing of the names of the members of the Grievance Committee appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effective date of their respective appointments. A member shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent during their regular scheduled working hours in attending grievance meetings with the Hospital up to, but not including arbitration. The number of employees on the grievance Committee shall be determined locally.

Central      Committee. In the event Where the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate renegotiate this agreement using central negotiations, the Union shall appoint or elect a Central Negotiating Committee as stipulated by the Terms of Reference for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter Negotiating Process for the purpose of bargaining on Local Mattersnegotiating amendments to the collective agreement. It is understood Re: Return to Work Program and agreed Labour Market Re-Entry The employee acknowledges her obligations and the Employer acknowledge the I Employer's obligations regarding an Early and Safe Return to Work and Labour Market Re-Entry programs under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act and the Union agrees that "Local Matters" means this Collective Agreement will be interpreted in such a way as to permit those matters which have been determined obligations to be discharged. Each facility or employer group by mutual agreement between will review with the Central Negotiating Union at the Labour Management Committee respectively representin each of the parties by November its Early and Safe Return to this A as being subjects Work and Labour Market Re-Entry programs for directly between parties to this Agreementwork related injuries. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central bargaining between the Re: Staffing LETTER TO THE MINISTER OF HEALTH AND LONG TERM CARE Service Employees International Union Union, Local I.on and the participatingParticipating Nursing Homes in the joint collective bargaining process for make the following statements to The Honourable Xxxxxx S Minister of Health and Long Term Care: The Employers, Hospitalsemployees and their union, an employee serving wish to make the Minister aware of the fact that the increasing care needs of the residents of Homes, combined with Ontario's lower levels of staffing provided due to the underfunding of Homes by the Government of Ontario, risk compromising the quality of care all long term care residents deserve. The increasing .burden on employees to meet the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall care needs of our seniors in homes is putting those employees at risk of personal injury and "burnout". Employees and employers have a desire to provide high quality care and services to our residents and are frustrated by the severe demands and limitations placed on them by the underfunding of the long term care system. When public statements are made alleging inferior service or uncaring attitudes of some employees and/or employers it casts a negative shadow on all those providing services to long term care residents. We are all tired of being the scapegoats of a system that has been neglected for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating meetings far too long. We ask that the Government provide the sector with the Hospitals' Central committee in direct negotiations funding necessary to staff at the levels required to provide a quality of care and service whereby all those connected with the system, residents, employers, employees, families, bureaucrats and politicians, can stand up to the point of Arbitration. Upon reference to Arbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital be entitled to such payments. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee before negotiations commence of those employees say we are proud to be paid under this provision. Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the Hospitals accordinglyassociated with long term care in Ontario.

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Canadian Union of Public Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitalsparticipating hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Hospitals Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingsarbitration hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital a' hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee Committee, before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the seven (7) Hospitals accordingly. Union Stewards (See Local Appendix, Article for number of stewards) The Hospital agrees to recognize Union stewards to be elected or appointed from amongst employees in the bargaining unit who have completed their probationary period for the purpose of dealing with Union business as provided under this Collective Agreement. A Chief Xxxxxxx or designate may, in the absence of any xxxxxxx, assist in the presentation of any grievance, or with any xxxxxxx function. The Union shall keep the Hospital notified in writing of the names of Union stewards appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effective date of their respective appointments. It is agreed that Union stewards have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Hospital and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. If, in the performance of his duties, a Union xxxxxxx is required to enter an area within the Hospital in which he is not originally employed, he shall report his presence to the supervisor in the area immediately upon entering it. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. When resuming his regular duties and responsibilities such xxxxxxx shall again report to his immediate supervisor. A Union xxxxxxx shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent in performing the above duties during his regular scheduled working hours. Nothing in this Article shall preclude full-time stewards from representing part-time employees and The number of stewards and the areas which they represent, are to be determined locally.

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Canadian Union of Public Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitalsparticipating hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingsarbitration hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee Committee, before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the seven (7) Hospitals accordingly." "The Hospital agrees to recognize Union stewards to be elected or appointed from amongst employees in the bargaining unit who have completed their probationary period for the purpose of dealing with Union business as provided under this Collective Agreement. A Chief Xxxxxxx or designate may, in the absence of any xxxxxxx, assist in the presentation of any grievance, or with any xxxxxxx function. The Union shall keep the Hospital notified in writing of the names of Union stewards appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effective date of their respectiveappointments. It is agreed that Union stewards have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Hospital and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. If, in the performance of his duties, a xxxxxxx is required to enter an area within the Hospital in which he is not originally employed, he shall report his presence to the supervisor in the area immediately upon entering it. Such permission shall not be unreasonablywithheld. When resuming his regular duties and responsibilities, such xxxxxxx again report to his immediate supervisor. A Union xxxxxxx shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent in performing the above duties during his regular scheduled working hours. Nothing in this Article shall preclude full-time stewards from representing part-time employees and vice-versa. The number of stewards and the areas which they represent, are to be determined locally.”

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Canadian Union of Public Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitalsparticipating hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingsarbitration hearings. It is understood and understoodand agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee Committee, before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the seven (7) Hospitals accordinglyaccordingIy Union Stewards "The Hospital agrees to recognize Union stewards to be elected or appointed from amongst employees in the bargaining unit who have completed their probationary period for the purpose of dealing with Union business as provided under this Collective Agreement. A Chief Steward xx xxxignate may, in the absence of any steward, xxxxxt in the presentation of any grievance, or with any steward xxxxxxon. The Union shall keep the Hospital notified in writing of the names of Union stewards appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effective date of their respective appointments. It is agreed that Union stewards have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Hospital and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permissionfrom their immediate supervisor. If, in the performance of his duties, a Union steward xx xxxuired to enter an area within the Hospital in which he is not originally employed, he shall report his presence to the supervisor in the area immediately upon entering it. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. When resuming his regular duties and responsibilities, such steward xxxxx again report to his immediate supervisor. A Union steward xxxxx suffer no loss of earnings for time spent in performingthe above duties during his regular scheduled working hours. Nothing in this Article shall preclude full-time stewards from representing part-time employees and vice-versa. The number of stewards and the areas which they represent, are to be determined Grievance Committee "The Hospital will recognize a Grievance Committee composed of the Chief Steward xxx xxt more than (as set out in Local Provisions Appendix) employees selected by the Union who have completed their probationary period. A general representative of the Union may be present at any meeting of the Committee. The purpose of the Committee is to deal with complaints or grievances as set out in this Collective The Union shall keep the Hospital notified in writing of the names of the members of the Grievance Committee appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effective date of their respective appointments. A committee member shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent during their regular scheduled working hours in attending grievance meetings with the Hospital up to, but not including arbitration. The number of employees on the Grievance Committee shall be determined locally." _ -

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Canadian Union of Public Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitalsparticipating hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingsarbitration hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee Committee, before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the Hospitals accordingly.seven (7) HospitaIs accordingIy Union Stewards "The Hospital agrees to recognize Union stewards to be elected or appointed from amongst employees in the bargaining unit who have completed their probationary period for the purpose of dealing with Union business as provided under this Collective Agreement. A Chief Stexxxx xx designate may, in the absence of any stexxxx, xssist in the presentation of any grievance, or with any stexxxx xxnction. The Union shall keep the Hospital notified in writing of the names of Union stewards appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effective date of their respective appointments. It is agreed that Union stewards have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Hospital and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. If, in the performance of his duties, a Union stexxxx xx required to enter an area within the Hospital in which he is not originally employed, he shall report his presence to the supervisor in the area immediately upon entering it. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. When resuming his regular duties and responsibilities, such stexxxx xxall again report to his immediate supervisor. A Union stexxxx xxall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent in performing the above duties during his regular scheduled working hours. Nothing in this Article shall preclude full-time stewards from representing part-time employees and vice-versa. The number of stewards and the areas which they represent, are to be dete m ned XxcaII

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Union of Public Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitals, participating an employee serving sewing on the Union's ’s Central Negotiating Committee shall paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours of at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitration. Upon reference to Arbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingshearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital hospital be entitled to such payments. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee Committee, before negotiations commence of those employees to be paid under this provision. Central Negotiating The Hospitals’ Committee shall advise the Hospitals (7) accordingly. The agrees to Union to be elected or from amongst employees in the bargaining unit who have completed their probationary period for the of dealing with Union as provided under this A Chief Xxxxxxx or designate may, in the absence of any xxxxxxx, assist in the presentation of any grievance, or with any xxxxxxx function. The Union shall keep Hospital notified writing of the names of stewards appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effective date their respective appointments. It is agreed that Union stewards have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Hospital and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. If, in the performance of his duties, a Union xxxxxxx is required to enter an area within the Hospital in which he is not originally employed, he shall report his presence to the supervisor in the area immediately upon entering it. Such permission shall not unreasonably withheld. When resuming his regular duties and responsibilities, such xxxxxxx shall again report to his immediate supervisor. A Union xxxxxxx shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent in performing the above duties during his regular scheduled working hours. Nothing in this Article shall preclude full-time stewards from representing part- time and vice-versa. The number of stewards and the areas which they represent, are to be locally.

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Canadian Union of Public Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitalsparticipating hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingsarbitration hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee Committee, before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the seven (7) Hospitals accordinglyaccordi Iy Union Stewards "The Hospital agrees to recognize Union stewards to be elected or appointed from amongst employees in the bargaining unit who have completed their probationary period for the purpose of dealing with Union business as provided under this Collective Agreement. A Chief Stxxxxx xr designate may, in the absence of any stxxxxx, assist in the presentation of any grievance, or with any stxxxxx xunction. The Union shall keep the Hospital notified in writing of the names of Union stewards appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effective date of their respective appointments. It is agreed that Union stewards have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Hospital and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate If, in the performance of his duties, a Union stxxxxx xs required to enter an area within the Hospital in which he is not originally employed, he shall report his presence to the supervisor in the area immediately upon entering it. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. When resuming his regular duties and responsibilities, such stxxxxx xhall again report to his immediate supervisor. A Union stxxxxx xhall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent in performing the above duties during his regular scheduled working hours. Nothing in this Article shall preclude full-time stewards from representing part- time employees and vice-versa. The number of stewards and the areas which they represent, are to be determined locally."

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal re- newal through the process of Central Bargainingcentral bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters local matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six 6 calendar months, not months nor later than three 3 calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining ofbargaining on Local Matterslocal matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" “local mat- ters” means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee central negotiating commit- tees respectively representin representing each of the parties to this A Agreement as being subjects for local bargaining directly between be- tween the parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees central ne- gotiating committees referred to above. Central The future Central above In future, central bargaining between the Service Serv- ice Employees International Union and the participating, participating Hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's ’s Central Negotiating Ne- gotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal nor- mal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' ’ Central committee Negotiating Commit- tee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitration. Upon reference to Arbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum maxi- mum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members mem- bers entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central ’ Cen- tral Negotiating Committee before negotiations commence of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals’ Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the 7 Hospitals accordingly.. Local Negotiating Committee:

Central      Committee. “In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Canadian Union of Public Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitalsparticipating hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's ’s Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' ’ Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingsarbitration hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this underthis provision shall be seven and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' ’ Central Negotiating Committee Committee, before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals’ Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the seven Hospitals accordingly.” Union Stewards Hospital agrees to Union stewards to be elected or appointed from amongst employees in the bargaining unit who have completed their probationary period for the purpose of dealing with Union business as provided under this Collective Agreement. A Chief Xxxxxxx or designate may, in the absence of any xxxxxxx, assist in the presentation of any grievance, or with any xxxxxxx function. The Union shall keep the Hospital notified in writing of the names of Union stewards appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effective date of their respective appointments. It is agreed that Union stewards have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Hospital and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. If, in the performance of his duties, a Union xxxxxxx is required to enter an area within the Hospital in which he is not originally employed, he shall report his presence to the supervisor in the area immediately upon entering it. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. When resuming his regular duties and responsibilities, such xxxxxxx shall again report to his immediate supervisor. A Union xxxxxxx shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent in performing the above duties during his regular scheduled working hours. Nothing in this Article shall preclude full-time stewards from representing part-time employees and vice-versa. The number of stewards and the areas which they represent, are to be determined locally.”

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Canadian Union of Public Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitalsparticipating hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee in Negotiating direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingsarbitration hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital be entitled to such payments. hospital payment The Union shall advise the Hospitals' be entitled to such Central Negotiating Committee Committee, before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. Central The Negotiating Committee shall advise the accordingly Union Stewards Hospitals' Central seven (7) Hospitals accordinglyHospital agrees to recognize Union stewards to be elected or appointed from amongst employees in the bargaining unit who have completed their probationary period for the purpose of dealing with Union business as provided under this Collective Agreement. A Chief Xxxxxxx or designate may, in the absence of any xxxxxxx, assist in the presentation of any grievance, or with any xxxxxxx function. The Union shall keep the Hospital notified in writing of the names of Union stewards appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effective date of their respective appointments. It is agreed that Union stewards have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Hospital and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. If, in the performance of his duties, a Union xxxxxxx is required to enter an area within the Hospital which he not originally employed, he shall report his presence to the supervisor in the area immediately upon entering it. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. When resuming his regular duties and responsibilities, such xxxxxxx shall again report to his immediate supervisor. A Union xxxxxxx shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent performing the above duties during his regular scheduled working hours. Nothing this Article shall preclude full-time stewards from representing part-time employees and vice-versa. The number of stewards and the areas which they represent, are to be determined locally."

Central      Committee. (a) In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, and not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin representing each of the parties to this A Agreement as being subjects for local bargaining directly between the parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central bargaining between the Service Employees International Union and the participating, participating Hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Hospitals Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitration. Upon reference to Arbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital be entitled to such payments. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee before negotiations commence of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the Hospitals accordingly.

Central      Committee. (a) In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Employees International Union and the participating, participating Hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingsarbitration hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven, and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee Committee, before negotiations commence negotiationscommence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the seven Hospitals accordingly. Local Negotiating Committee The Hospital agrees to recognize a Negotiating Committee comprising of members to be elected, or appointed from amongst employees in the bargaining unit, who have completed their probationary period. Where the Hospital participates in central bargaining, the purpose of the Negotiating Committee shall be to negotiate local issues as defined. Where the Hospital does not participate in central bargaining, the purpose of the Negotiating Committee shall be to negotiate a of this Collective Agreement. The Hospital agrees that the members of the Negotiating Committee shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent during their regular scheduled working hours in attending such negotiating meetings with the Hospital up to, but not including, arbitration. Nothing in this provision is intended to preclude the Union Negotiating Committee from having the assistance of any representatives of the Union when negotiating with the Hospital. The number of employees on the Negotiating Committee shall be locally.

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central (a) central bargaining between the Service Canadian Union of Public Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitalsparticipating hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingsarbitration hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee NegotiatingCommittee, before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. , The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the seven (7) I Hospitals accordingly." "Vice-Presidents of the Ontario Council of Hospital Unions shall be granted leave of absence by their employers in accordance with (a) above or Article as the case may be, in order to fulfil the duties of their position," Union Stewards "The Hospital agrees to recognize Union stewards to be elected or appointed from amongst employees in the bargaining unit who have completed their probationary period for the purpose of dealing with Union business as provided under this Collective Agreement. A Chief Xxxxxxx or designate may, in the absence of any xxxxxxx, assist in the presentation of any grievance, or with any xxxxxxx function. The Union shall keep the Hospital notified in writing of the names of Union stewards appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effective date of their respective appointments. It is agreed that Union stewards have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Hospital and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. If, in the performance of his duties, a Union xxxxxxx is required to enter an area within the Hospital in which he is not originally employed, he shall report his presence to the supervisor in the area immediately upon entering it. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. When resuming his regular duties and responsibilities, such xxxxxxx shall again report to his immediate supervisor. A Union xxxxxxx shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent in performing the above duties during his regular scheduled working hours. Nothing in this Article shall preclude full-time stewards from representing part-time employees and vice-versa. The number of stewards and the areas which they represent, are to be determined I ocaIIy

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Canadian Union of Public Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitalsparticipating hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for for. attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingsarbitration hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee Committee, before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the seven (7) Hospitals accordingly.. The Hospital agrees to recognize Union stewards to be elected or appointed from amongst employees in the bargaining unit who have completed their probationary period for the purpose of dealing with Union business as provided under this Collective Agreement. A Chief Xxxxxxx or designate may, in the absence of any xxxxxxx, assist in the presentation of any grievance, or with any xxxxxxx function. The Union shall keep the Hospital notified inwriting of the names of Union stewards appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effective date of their respective appointments. It is agreed that Union stewards have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Hospital and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. If, in the performance of his duties, a Union xxxxxxx is requiredto enter an area within the Hospital in which he is not originally employed, he shall report his presence to the supervisor in the area immediately upon entering it. Such shall not be unreasonably withheld. When resuming his regular duties and responsibilities, such xxxxxxx shall again report to his immediate supervisor. A Union xxxxxxx shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent in performing the above duties during his regular scheduled working hours. Nothing in this Article shall preclude full-time stewards from representing part-time employees and vice-versa. The number of stewards and the areas which they represent, are to be determined locally. The Hospitalwill recognizea Grievance Committee composed of the Chief Xxxxxxx and not more than (as set out in ProvisionsAppendix) employees selected by the Union who have completed their probationary A general representative of the Union may be present at any meeting of the Committee. The purpose of the Committee is to deal with complaints or grievances as set out in this Collective Agreement. The Union shall keep the Hospital notified in writing of the names of the members of the Grievance Committee appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effectivedate of their respective appointments. A Committee member shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent during their regular scheduled working hours in attending grievance meetings with the Hospital up to, but not arbitration. The number of employees on the Grievance Committee shall be determined locally. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement any question as to matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure an employee shall have the right upon request to the presence of xxxxxxx. In the case of suspension or discharge the Hospitalshall notify the employee of this right in advance. It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that of employees shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that an employee has no grievance until he has first given his immediate the opportunity of adjusting his complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the employee and failing settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days following advice of his immediate supervisor's decision in the following manner and sequence:

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Canadian Union of Public Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitalsparticipating hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingsarbitration hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee Committee, before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the seven (7) Hospitals accordingly.according y Union Stewards "The Hospital agrees to recognize Union stewards to be elected or appointed from amongst employees in the bargaining unit who have completed their probationary period for the purpose of dealing with Union business as provided under this Collective Agreement. A Chief Xxxxxxx or designate in the absence of any xxxxxxx, assist in the presentation of any grievance, or with any xxxxxxx function. The Union shall keep the Hospital notified in writing of the names of Union stewards appointed or selected under this Article as well as effective date of their respective appointments. agreed that Union stewards have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Hospital and shall not their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. If, in the of duties, a Union xxxxxxx is required to enter an area within the Hospital in which he is not originally employed, he shall report his presence to the supervisor in the area immediately upon entering it. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. When resuming his regular duties and responsibilities, such xxxxxxx shall again report to his immediate supervisor. A Union xxxxxxx shall suffer no loss of earnings for spent in performing the above duties during his regular scheduled working hours. Nothing in this Article shall preclude full-time stewards from representing part-time employees and vice-versa. The number of stewards and the areas which they represent, are to be determined

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitalsparticipating hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee Cen- tral Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Nego- tiating Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingsarbitration hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven, and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee Committee, before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Negotia- ting Committee shall advise the seven Hospitals accordingly. Local Negotiating Committee The Hospital agrees to a Negotiating Commit- tee comprising of four members to be elected, or appointed from amongst employees in the bargaining unit, who have completed their probationary period. Where the Hospital participates in central bargaining the purpose of the Negotiating Committee shall be to negotiate local issues as defined. Where the Hospital does not participate in central bargaining, the purpose of the Negotiating Committee shall be to negotiate a renewal of this Collective Agreement. The Hospital agrees that the members of the Negotia- ting Committee shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent during their regular scheduled working hours in attending such negotiating meetings with the Hospital up to, but not including, arbitration. Nothing in this provision is intended to preclude the Union Negotiating Committee from having the assistance of any representatives of the Union when negotiating with the Hospital. The number of employees on the Negotiating Committee shall be determined locally. Union Activity The Hospital and the Union agree that there shall be no discrimination, interference, restriction or coercion exercised or practised by any of their representatives with respect to any employee because of membership or non membership in the Union and that there will be no Union activity, solicitation for mem- bership or collection of dues on Hospital premises except with the permission of the Hospital or as specifically provided for in this agreement.

Central      Committee. In Notwithstanding the foregoing provisions, in the event the parties to this Agreement agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargainingcentral bargaining, either party to this Agreement agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters local matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not months nor later than three (3) calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreementagreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within fifteen 5) days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. local ma It is understood and agreed that "Local Matterslocal matters" means those matters which that have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee Committees respectively representin representing each of the parties to this A agreement as being subjects for local bargaining directly between the parties to this Agreementagreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The In future Central central bargaining between the Service Employees International Union CAW and the participating, Hospitalsparticipating hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingsarbitration hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be eight and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' ’ Central Negotiating Committee Committee, before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals‘ Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the Hospitals accordinglyeight hospitals accord i It is understood that this clause does not apply to a Hospital that is not participating in CentraI Bargaining Local Committee The Hospital agrees to recognize three (3) Negotiating Committee members as outlined in the local appendix to represent their respective bargaining units. This committee shall be comprised of the unit chairperson in addition to two committee members to be elected or appointed from amongst employees in the Unit who have completed their probationary period. Where the Hospital participates in master bargaining, the purpose of the Local Negotiating Committee shall be to negotiate local issues as defined by the central parties. Where the Hospital does not participate in master bargaining, the purpose of the Local Negotiating Committee shall be to negotiate a renewal of this Collective Agreement. The Hospital agrees that the members of the Negotiating Committee shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent during their regular scheduled working hours in attending such negotiating meetings with the Hospital up to and including conciliation. Hours compensated during negotiations will be credited towards part-time employee’s seniority in accordance with this article. Nothing in this provision is intended to preclude the Local Negotiating Committee from having the assistance of any CAW National or Local representatives when engaged in local negotiations with the Hospital. Committee The parties agree that matters of mutual concern should be discussed at a Committee meeting. Membership shall consist of equal numbers of representatives that shall be determined locally. Meetings will be conducted as necessary with either party requesting a meeting in writing coupled with a proposed agenda. The committee representatives shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent during their regular scheduled working hours in attending these meetings. The Hospital shall grant the President of the Local Union and the National Representatives of the Union entry into the Hospital upon proper notification of who may be present with the Committee at any meeting with the Hospital.

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Employees International Employee's Union and the participating, participating Hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven (7) and in no case will more than one (1) employee from a Hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the seven (7) Hospitals accordingly.. Local Negotiating Committee The to recognize a (4) members to be elected, or from amongst employees in the Bargaining Unit, who have completed their probationary period. Where the participates in central bargaining the purpose of the Negotiation Committee shall be to negotiate local issues as defined. Where the Hospital does not participate in central bargaining, the purpose of the Negotiating Committee shall be to negotiate a renewal of this Collective Agreement. The Hospital agrees that the members of the Negotiating Committee shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent during their regular scheduled working hours in attending such negotiating meetings with the Hospital up to, but not including, arbitration. Nothing in this provision is intended to preclude the Union Negotiating Committee from having the assistance of any Representatives of the Union when negotiating with the Hospital. The number of employees on the Negotiating Committee shall be determined locally. Such shall include part time representation. The Union shall advise the Hospital of the names of members of the said Committee as soon as they are appointed and shall subsequently inform the Hospital forthwith of any changes in its

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Canadian Union of Public Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitalsparticipating hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearingsarbitration hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee Committee, before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the Hospitals accordinglyseven (7) Is accordingly Union Stewards The Hospital agrees to recognize Union stewards to be elected or appointed amongst employees in the bargaining unit who have their probationary period for the purpose of dealing with Union business as provided under this Collective Agreement. A Chief Xxxxxxx or designate may, in the absence of any xxxxxxx, assist in the presentation of any grievance, or with any xxxxxxx function. The Union shall keep the Hospital notified in writing of the names of stewards appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effective date of their respective appointments. is agreed that Union stewards have their regular duties and responsibilities perform for the Hospital and shall not leave their regular duties obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. If, in the of his duties, a Union xxxxxxx is required to enter an area within the Hospital in which he is not originally employed, he shall report his presence to the supervisor in the area immediately upon entering it. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. When resuming his regular duties and responsibilities, such xxxxxxx shall again report to his immediate supervisor. A Union xxxxxxx shall suffer no loss of earnings for time spent in performing the above duties during his regular scheduled working hours. Nothing in this Article shall preclude full-time stewards from representing part- time employees and vice-versa. The number of stewards and the areas which they represent, are to be determined locally.

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central central bargaining between the Service Canadian Union of Public Employees International Union and the participating, Hospitalsparticipating hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating central negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitrationarbitration. Upon reference to Arbitrationarbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. shall Committee members receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearings. arbitration It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be seven and in no case will more than one employee employed from a Hospital hospital be entitled to such paymentspayment. The Union shall shaft advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee Committee, before negotiations commence commence, of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the seven Hospitals accordingly.. The Hospital agrees to recognize Union stewards to be elected or appointed from amongst employees in the bargaining unit who have completed their probationary period for the purpose of dealing with Union business as provided under this Collective Agreement. A Chief Xxxxxxx or designate may, in the absence of any xxxxxxx, assist in the presentation of any grievance, or with any xxxxxxx function. The Union shall keep the Hospital notified in writing of the names of Union stewards appointed or selected under this Article as well as the effective date of their respective appointments. It is agreed that Union stewards have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Hospital and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. If, in the performance of his duties, a Union xxxxxxx is required to enter an area within the Hospital in which he is not employed, he shall report his presence to the supervisor in the area immediately upon entering it. Such permission shall not be unreasonably When resuming his regular duties and responsibilities, such xxxxxxx shall again report to his immediate supervisor. A Union xxxxxxx shall suffer no loss of earnings for spent in performing the above duties during his regular scheduled working hours. The number of stewards and the areas which they represent, are to be determined

Central      Committee. In n the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, and not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin each of the parties to this A as being subjects for local directly between parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central bargaining between the Service Employees International Union and the participating, participating Hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending ,Central Negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee Negotiating Committee in direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitration. Upon reference to Arbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time lime off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital be entitled to such payments. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee before negotiations commence of those employees to be paid under this provision. The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the Hospitals accordingly.

Central      Committee. In the event the parties to this Agreement agree to negotiate for its renewal through the process of Central Bargaining, either party to this Agreement may give notice to the other party of its desire to bargain for amendments on Local Matters proposed for incorporation in the renewal of this Agreement not earlier than six calendar months, not later than three calendar months prior to the normal termination date of this Agreement. .. Upon receipt of such notice by one party from the other, both parties will meet within days thereafter for the purpose of bargaining on Local Matters. It is understood and agreed that "Local Matters" means those matters which have been determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committee respectively representin representing each of the parties to this A Agreement as being subjects for local bargaining directly between the parties to this Agreement. It is also agreed that local bargaining shall be subject to such procedures as may be determined by mutual agreement between the Central Negotiating Committees referred to above. Central The future Central bargaining between the Service Employees International Union and the participating, participating Hospitals, an employee serving on the Union's Central Negotiating Committee shall be paid for time lost from his normal straight time working hours at his regular rate of pay and without loss of leave credits for attending Central Negotiating meetings with the Hospitals' Central committee in Negotiating Committee direct negotiations up to the point of Arbitration. Upon reference to Arbitration, the Negotiating Committee, members. Committee members shall receive unpaid time off for the purpose of attending Arbitration Hearings. It is understood and agreed that the maximum number of Union Central Negotiating Committee members entitled to payment under this provision shall be and in no case will more than one employee from a Hospital be entitled to such payments. The Union shall advise the Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee before negotiations commence of those employees to be paid under this provision. , The Hospitals' Central Negotiating Committee shall advise the Hospitals accordingly.