Mediation Process. After receipt of the decision by the Superintendent/designate, within 10 working days, either party may request that a Mediator be appointed to meet with the parties, investigate and define the issues in dispute and facilitate a resolution. Both parties must agree to this mediation process The mediator shall be appointed by mutual agreement between the parties. The purpose of the Mediator’s involvement in the process is to assist the parties in reaching a resolution of the dispute. Any discussions, proposals, and/or materials generated for that purpose are to be considered privileged. Both parties shall disclose all materials and information relevant to the issue in dispute. The expenses of the Mediator shall be borne equally by both parties. The grievance may be resolved by mutual agreement between the parties, within 10 working days of the first meeting the parties, having considered the issue in dispute and the terms of the collective agreement, the Mediator shall issue a report including non-binding recommendation.
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
