Common use of INTERNAL COMPETITIONS Clause in Contracts

INTERNAL COMPETITIONS. (a) Unless waived by mutual agreement in writing, internal competitions will be held for positions in the bargaining unit which the Company wishes to fill. Such competitions may arise either from a vacancy created by a retirement, transfer or termination, or due to new work where such work would fall within the scope of this bargaining unit. Notices detailing the qualifications required, the work involved and the classification(s) appropriate to the position will be posted for at least six (6) working days before the closing date of the competition. Qualifications so detailed will be consistent with those documented in the job specifications appropriate to the Bargaining Unit. (b) A Bargaining Unit position will only be posted for competition after consideration has been given to all eligible Bargaining Unit members in the following situations in order of seniority: (i) on notice of ▇▇▇▇▇▇; (ii) on a recall list; or (iii) has been laid off/bumped out of the position within the last two (2) years. Human Resources will confirm to the Union President that such consideration has been given. (c) All CRTT applications (Category 1) will be considered before other applicants from outside CRTT (Category 2). All CRTT applications (Category 1) will be forwarded to the appropriate branch manager for consideration. If they meet the specified qualifications, including the capacity to perform the particular work required with a familiarization period appropriate to the job level, they will be selected. Should no suitable CRTT applicant be selected, other candidates will be considered. It is agreed that, in the interest of improved productivity and greater return on training costs, people in positions who have satisfied the criteria below may apply in writing for internal competitions: (i) have completed a period of twelve (12) months in their current position, or (ii) are within the last 3 months of their term. If the above criteria is not met, requests for exemption will be discussed with the Company and shall not be unreasonably denied. This provision is not intended to restrict normal career development. (d) Within thirty (30) working days of transfer to a different position within CRTT, the employee may elect to return to the employee’s former position, or the Company may re‐assign the employee to such former position. (e) All positions which are to be filled on a non‐permanent basis while the incumbent is absent on maternity leave or short‐term assignment will be posted. Should the incumbent fail to return to the position, it will be posted for competition unless otherwise agreed by the Union. 13.02 The skill and experience of an employee and the employee's capacity to perform the required task (with a familiarization period appropriate to the job level if necessary) shall be the determining factors in all cases of transfer, internal competitions and increase in the working forces, and in promotion to higher classifications and where two (2) or more employees are equally qualified, seniority shall be the determining factor. 13.03 The successful applicant to an internal competition will be notified as soon as possible. Following receipt of acceptance, the name of the successful applicant will be posted on competition notice boards. All unsuccessful CRTT applicants will be notified that they were not selected for the position. On request, unsuccessful applicants shall have a post‐selection interview with a representative of the Branch or organizational unit conducting the competition. At this interview, applicants will be advised of the reasons for their non‐selection and will be given an opportunity to discuss areas in which the employee can enhance their skills and qualifications for future competitions. 13.04 The President of the Union shall be supplied with copies of the notices of competitions no later than the day of posting, and supplied with a list of candidates to the position, including indication of the successful candidate at the completion of the competition.

INTERNAL COMPETITIONS. ‌ (a) Unless waived by mutual agreement in writing, internal competitions will be held for positions in the bargaining unit which the Company wishes to fill. Such competitions may arise either from a vacancy created by a retirement, transfer or termination, or due to new work where such work would fall within the scope of this bargaining unit. Notices detailing the qualifications required, the work involved and the classification(s) appropriate to the position will be posted for at least six (6) working days before the closing date of the competition. Qualifications so detailed will be consistent with those documented in the job specifications appropriate to the Bargaining Unit. (b) A Bargaining Unit position will only be posted for competition after consideration has been given to all eligible Bargaining Unit members in the following situations in order of seniority: (i) on notice of ▇▇▇▇▇▇layoff; (ii) on a recall list; or (iii) has been laid off/bumped out of the position within the last two (2) years. Human Resources will confirm to the Union President that such consideration has been given. (c) All CRTT applications (Category 1) will be considered before other applicants from outside CRTT (Category 2). All CRTT applications (Category 1) will be forwarded to the appropriate branch manager for consideration. If they meet the specified qualifications, including the capacity to perform the particular work required with a familiarization period appropriate to the job levellevel if necessary, they will be selected. Should no suitable CRTT Bargaining Unit applicant be selected, other candidates will be considered. It is agreed that, in the interest of improved productivity and greater return on training costs, people in positions who have satisfied the criteria below may apply in writing for internal competitions: (i) have completed a period of twelve (12) months in their current position, or (ii) are within the last 3 months of their term. If the above criteria is not met, requests for exemption will be discussed with the Company and shall not be unreasonably denied. This provision is not intended to restrict normal career development. (d) Within thirty (30) working days of transfer to a different position within CRTT, the employee may elect to return to the employee’s former position, or the Company may re‐assign re-assign the employee to such former position. (ea) All positions which are In order to be filled on a non‐permanent basis while the incumbent is absent on maternity leave or short‐term assignment will be posted. Should the incumbent fail to return to the position, it will be posted for competition unless otherwise agreed meet target group representation as specified by the Federal Employment Equity Act, after consultation with, and agreement of the Union, a competition may be limited to target group applicants. 13.02 (b) The skill and experience of an employee and the employee's capacity to perform the required task (with a familiarization period appropriate to the job level if necessary) shall be the determining factors in all cases of transfer, internal competitions and increase in the working forces, and in promotion to higher classifications classifications, and where two (2) or more employees are equally qualified, seniority shall be the determining factor. 13.03 The successful applicant to an internal competition will be notified as soon as possible. Following receipt of acceptance, the name of the successful applicant will be posted on competition notice boards. All unsuccessful CRTT bargaining unit applicants will be notified that they were not selected for the position. On request, unsuccessful applicants shall have a post‐selection post-selection interview with a representative of the Branch or organizational unit conducting the competition. At this interview, applicants will be advised of the reasons for their non‐selection non-selection and will be given an opportunity to discuss areas in which the employee can enhance their skills and qualifications for future competitions. 13.04 The President of the Union shall be supplied with copies of the notices of competitions no later than the day of posting, and supplied with a list of candidates to the position, including indication of the successful candidate at the completion of the competition. 13.05 In the interest of improved productivity and greater return on training costs for people new in positions, it is preferable that employees remain in positions acquired through internal or external competition for a period of twelve (12) months before applying for other internal competitions, unless otherwise agreed by management. This provision shall not restrict normal career development. Requests for exemption will be discussed with the parties and shall not be unreasonably denied.

INTERNAL COMPETITIONS. (a) Unless waived by mutual agreement in writing, internal competitions will be held for positions in the bargaining unit which the Company wishes to fill. Such competitions may arise either from a vacancy created by a retirement, transfer or termination, or due to new work where such work would fall within the scope of this bargaining unit. Notices detailing the qualifications required, the work involved and the classification(s) appropriate to the position will be posted for at least six (6) working days before the closing date of the competition. Qualifications so detailed will be consistent with those documented in the job specifications appropriate to the Bargaining Unit. (b) A Bargaining Unit position will only be posted for competition after consideration has been given to all eligible Bargaining Unit members as referenced in the following situations in order of seniority: (i) on notice of ▇▇▇▇▇▇; (ii) on a recall list; or (iii) has been laid off/bumped out of the position within the last two (2) years. Human Resources will confirm to the Union President that such consideration has been givenArticle 24. (c) All CRTT applications (Category 1) will be considered before other applicants from outside CRTT (Category 2). All CRTT applications (Category 1) will be forwarded to the appropriate branch manager for consideration. If they meet the specified qualifications, including the capacity to perform the particular work required with a familiarization period appropriate to the job levellevel if necessary, they will be selected. Should no suitable CRTT Bargaining Unit applicant be selected, other candidates will be considered. It is agreed that, in the interest of improved productivity and greater return on training costs, people Employees will normally remain in positions who have satisfied the criteria below may apply in writing acquired through internal or external competition for internal competitions: (i) have completed a period of twelve (12) months in their current position, or (ii) are within the last 3 months of their term. If the above criteria is not met, requests before applying for exemption will be discussed with the Company and shall not be unreasonably denied. This provision is not intended to restrict normal career developmentother internal competitions unless otherwise agreed by management. (d) Within thirty (30) working days of transfer to a different position within CRTT, the employee may elect to return to the employee’s former position, or the Company may re‐assign the employee to such former position. (e) All positions which are to be filled on a non‐permanent basis while the incumbent is absent on maternity leave or short‐term assignment will be posted. Should the incumbent fail to return to the position, it will be posted for competition unless otherwise agreed by the Union. 13.02 The skill and experience of an employee and the employee's capacity to perform the required task (with a familiarization period appropriate to the job level if necessary) shall be the determining factors in all cases of transfer, internal competitions and increase in the working forces, and in promotion to higher classifications and where two (2) or more employees are equally qualified, seniority shall be the determining factorclassifications. 13.03 The successful applicant to an internal competition will be notified as soon as possible. Following receipt of acceptance, the name of the successful applicant will be posted on competition notice boards. All unsuccessful CRTT bargaining unit applicants will be notified that they were not selected for the position. On request, unsuccessful applicants shall have a post‐selection post‐ selection interview with a representative of the Branch or organizational unit conducting the competition. At this interview, applicants will be advised of the reasons for their non‐selection and will be given an opportunity to discuss areas in which the employee can enhance their skills and qualifications for future competitions. 13.04 The President of the Union shall be supplied with copies of the notices of competitions no later than the day of posting, and supplied with a list of candidates to the position, including indication of the successful candidate at the completion of the competition.

INTERNAL COMPETITIONS. 13.01 The Company and the Union value the process of job postings and competitions, particularly as a means for employees to achieve job satisfaction and career development, and as a means for the Company to achieve a matching of its human resources to its work requirements while taking employee preferences into account. (a) Unless waived by mutual agreement in writing, internal competitions will be held for positions in the bargaining unit Bargaining Unit which the Company wishes to fill. Such competitions may arise either from a vacancy created by a retirement, transfer or termination, or due to new work where such work would fall within the scope of this bargaining unitBargaining Unit. Notices detailing the qualifications required, the work involved and the classification(s) appropriate to the position will be posted for at least six ten (610) working days before the closing date of the competition. Qualifications so detailed will (including education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities) to perform the required duties shall be consistent with those documented fully stated in the job specifications appropriate to Internal Competition Postings and shall govern the interview and selection of successful candidates in all competitions within the Bargaining Unit. Applicants from within the Bargaining Unit will be given first preference over external (non-Bargaining Unit) applicants. (b) A Bargaining Unit position will only be posted for competition after consideration has been given to all eligible Bargaining Unit members in the following situations in order of seniorityseniority and also as exempt below: (i) on notice of ▇▇▇▇▇▇layoff; (ii) on a recall list; or; (iii) has been laid positions to be filled by new graduates; iv) positions to be filled by transfer within a Business Unit or assignment to a project; v) positions to be filled by Bargaining Unit members returning from off/bumped out of the position within the last two (2) years. -site assignments; Human Resources will confirm to the Union President that such consideration has been given. (c) All CRTT applications (Category 1) Applicants from within the Bargaining Unit will be considered before other applicants from outside CRTT (Category 2). All CRTT applications (Category 1) will be forwarded to the appropriate branch manager for consideration. If applicants, and, if they meet the specified qualifications, including the capacity to perform the particular work required with a familiarization period appropriate to the job levellevel if necessary, they will be selected. Should no suitable CRTT Bargaining Unit applicant be selected, other candidates will be considered. It is agreed that, in the interest of improved productivity and greater return on training costs, people Employees will normally remain in positions who have satisfied the criteria below may apply in writing acquired through internal or external competition for internal competitions: (i) have completed a period of twelve (12) months in their current position, or (ii) are within the last 3 months of their term. If the above criteria is not met, requests before applying for exemption will be discussed with the Company and shall not be unreasonably denied. This provision is not intended to restrict normal career development. (d) Within thirty (30) working days of transfer to a different position within CRTT, the employee may elect to return to the employee’s former position, or the Company may re‐assign the employee to such former position. (e) All positions which are to be filled on a non‐permanent basis while the incumbent is absent on maternity leave or short‐term assignment will be posted. Should the incumbent fail to return to the position, it will be posted for competition other internal competitions unless otherwise agreed by the Unionmanagement. 13.02 The skill and experience of an employee and the employee's capacity to perform the required task (with a familiarization period appropriate to the job level if necessary) shall be the determining factors in all cases of transfer, internal competitions and increase in the working forces, and in promotion to higher classifications and where two (2) or more employees are equally qualified, seniority shall be the determining factorclassifications. 13.03 The successful applicant to an internal competition will be notified as soon as possible. Following receipt of acceptance, the name of the successful applicant will be posted on competition notice boards. All unsuccessful CRTT Bargaining Unit applicants will be notified that they were not selected for the position. On request, unsuccessful applicants shall have a post‐selection post-selection interview with a representative of the Branch or organizational unit conducting the competition. At this interview, applicants will be advised of the reasons for their non‐selection and will be given an opportunity to discuss areas in which the employee can enhance their skills and qualifications for future competitions. 13.04 The President of the Union shall be supplied with copies of the notices of competitions no later than the day of posting, and supplied with a list of candidates to the position, including indication of the successful candidate at the completion of the competition. 13.05 The successful employee in a competition will be appointed to the position within six (6) weeks of the date of notification unless special circumstances exist. In these circumstances, extension of the period will be discussed with the Union, but in no case will the period exceed twelve

INTERNAL COMPETITIONS. (a) Unless waived by mutual agreement in writing, internal competitions will be held for positions in the bargaining unit which the Company wishes to fill. Such competitions may arise either from a vacancy created by a retirement, transfer or termination, or due to new work where such work would fall within the scope of this bargaining unit. Notices detailing the qualifications required, the work involved and the classification(s) appropriate to the position will be posted for at least six (6) working days before the closing date of the competition. Qualifications so detailed will be consistent with those documented in the job specifications appropriate to the Bargaining Unit. (b) A Bargaining Unit position will only be posted for competition after consideration has been given to all eligible Bargaining Unit members as referenced in the following situations in order of seniority: (i) on notice of ▇▇▇▇▇▇; (ii) on a recall list; or (iii) has been laid off/bumped out of the position within the last two (2) years. Human Resources will confirm to the Union President that such consideration has been givenArticle 24. (c) All CRTT bargaining unit applications (Category 1) will be considered before other applicants from outside CRTT (Category 2). All CRTT Category 1 applications (Category 1) will be forwarded to the appropriate branch manager for consideration. If they meet the specified qualifications, including the capacity to perform the particular work required with a familiarization period appropriate to the job levellevel if necessary, they will be selected. Should no suitable CRTT Bargaining Unit applicant be selected, other candidates will be considered. It is agreed that, in the interest of improved productivity and greater return on training costs, people Employees will normally remain in positions who have satisfied the criteria below may apply in writing acquired through internal or external competition for internal competitions: (i) have completed a period of twelve (12) months in their current position, orbefore applying for other internal competitions unless otherwise agreed by management. (iid) are The successful employee in a competition will be appointed to the position within six (6) weeks of the last 3 months date of their termnotification unless special circumstances exist. If In these circumstances, extension of the above criteria is not met, requests for exemption period will be discussed with the Company Union, but in no case will the period exceed twelve (12) weeks without the consent of the employee. Once a transfer date has been determined for the employee (based on discussion with the current manager, hiring manager and shall not be unreasonably denied. This provision is not intended to restrict normal career developmentHR), the hiring manager will immediately advise the employee of the transfer date. (de) Within thirty (30) working days of transfer to a different position within CRTTthe bargaining unit, the employee may elect to return to the employee’s former position, or the Company may re‐assign re-assign the employee to such former position. (e) All positions which are to be filled on a non‐permanent basis while the incumbent is absent on maternity leave or short‐term assignment will be posted. Should the incumbent fail to return to the position, it will be posted for competition unless otherwise agreed by the Union. 13.02 The skill and experience of an employee and the employee's capacity to perform the required task (with a familiarization period appropriate to the job level if necessary) shall be the determining factors in all cases of transfer, internal competitions and increase in the working forces, and in promotion to higher classifications classifications, and where two (2) or more employees are equally qualified, seniority shall be the determining factor. 13.03 The successful applicant to an internal competition will be notified as soon as possible. Following receipt of acceptance, the name of the successful applicant will be posted on competition notice boards. All unsuccessful CRTT bargaining unit applicants will be notified that they were not selected for the position. On request, unsuccessful applicants shall have a post‐selection post-selection interview with a representative of the Branch or organizational unit conducting the competition. At this interview, applicants will be advised of the reasons for their non‐selection non-selection and will be given an opportunity to discuss areas in which the employee can enhance their skills and qualifications for future competitions. 13.04 The President of the Union shall be supplied with copies of the notices of competitions no later than the day of posting, and supplied with a list of candidates to the position, including indication of the successful candidate at the completion of the competition.

INTERNAL COMPETITIONS. (17.07 a) Unless waived The Employer retains its right to fill positions by mutual agreement appointment. However, when a position in writing, internal competitions will be held for positions in the bargaining unit which the Company wishes to fill. Such competitions may arise either from a vacancy created by a retirement, transfer or termination, or due to new work where such work would fall classification coming within the scope of this bargaining unit. Notices detailing agreement is opened for competition as an internal competition, the following rules will apply: i) The details of the competition will be posted and will remain open for a minimum of fifteen (15) days and will indicate: • job classification • qualifications required, including equivalency, if any • the work involved and position analysis shall be attached to each job bid • location • whether the classification(scompetition may be used to fill more than one position • whether the competition may be used to fill future opportunities and, if so, the period of time for which the competition will be valid • such other information as the Employer deems pertinent ii) appropriate A copy of the competition will be sent to the position will be posted for at least six (6) working days before the closing date Business Manager of the competition. Qualifications so detailed will be consistent with those documented in the job specifications appropriate to the Bargaining Unit. (b) A Bargaining Unit position will only be posted for competition after consideration has been given to all eligible Bargaining Unit members in the following situations in order of seniority: (i) on notice of ▇▇▇▇▇▇; (ii) on a recall list; or (iii) has been laid off/bumped out of the position within the last two (2) years. Human Resources will confirm to the Union President that such consideration has been given. (c) All CRTT applications (Category 1) will be considered before other applicants from outside CRTT (Category 2). All CRTT applications (Category 1) will be forwarded to the appropriate branch manager for consideration. If they meet the specified qualifications, including the capacity to perform the particular work required with a familiarization period appropriate to the job level, they will be selected. Should no suitable CRTT applicant be selected, other candidates will be considered. It is agreed that, in the interest of improved productivity and greater return on training costs, people in positions who have satisfied the criteria below may apply in writing for internal competitions: (i) have completed a period of twelve (12) months in their current position, or (ii) are within the last 3 months of their term. If the above criteria is not met, requests for exemption will be discussed with the Company and shall not be unreasonably denied. This provision is not intended to restrict normal career development. (d) Within thirty (30) working days of transfer to a different position within CRTT, the employee may elect to return to the employee’s former position, or the Company may re‐assign the employee to such former position. (e) All positions which are to be filled on a non‐permanent basis while the incumbent is absent on maternity leave or short‐term assignment will be posted. Should the incumbent fail to return to the position, it will be posted for competition unless otherwise agreed by the Union. 13.02 The skill and experience 17.07 b) Selection of an employee and applicants for appointment to classifications falling within the employee's capacity to perform the required task (with a familiarization period appropriate to the job level if necessary) scope of this agreement shall be the determining factors in all cases of transfer, internal competitions based on ability and increase in the working forces, qualifications. When ability and in promotion to higher classifications and where two (2) or more employees qualifications are equally qualifiedequal, seniority shall govern. When ability 17.07 c) Relocation costs, if applicable, will be in accordance with corporate policy (as may be amended from time to time). Employees who are bidding for location where no promotion results will be required to pay the determining factorcosts of relocation. 13.03 The successful applicant 17.07 d) Every effort shall be made by the Employer to advise employees who shall not receive an internal competition interview, prior to completing the interview process. When the selection is made, those applicants not selected will be notified as soon as possibleso advised. Following receipt The names of acceptance, the name of both the successful applicant will be posted on competition notice boards. All and unsuccessful CRTT applicants will be notified supplied to the Business Manager. 17.07 e) Employees who wish to be considered for acting assignments, temporary assignments or other opportunities that they were not selected for may be filled by the position. On request, unsuccessful applicants shall have a post‐selection interview with a representative appointment process should indicate their interest to the Employment Office of the Branch or organizational unit conducting Employer and to their local management. 17.07 f) When an Administrative Support Representative position, within the scope of this agreement, is open for competition. At this interview, applicants will be advised ; the Union is entitled to have one (1) member of the reasons for their non‐selection and will be given an opportunity to discuss areas in which bargaining unit on the employee can enhance their skills and qualifications for future competitions. 13.04 The President interview team. Selection of the Union shall be supplied with copies members of the notices of competitions no later than the day of posting, and supplied with a list of candidates to the positioninterview teams, including indication of the successful candidate at bargaining unit representative, rests solely with the completion of the competitionEmployer.