Settlement Discussion. i. Prior to a grievance being heard at arbitration, either party may request in writing a meeting with the College President to review the issues in grievance. ii. Where the parties agree to hold such a meeting, it shall be held within twenty (20) working days of the request, and prior to the commencement of the arbitration hearing. The scheduling of this meeting will not impact the previously scheduled arbitration dates. iii. Each party shall determine who shall attend the meeting on its behalf and shall notify the other party in advance of the meeting. iv. Legal Counsel shall not attend Settlement Discussions. v. The meeting is intended to discuss related matters and explore avenues for settlement and is to be conducted on a without prejudice and precedent basis. vi. In the event that a settlement is reached or pending, the College President will provide a written response to that effect within five (5) working days. vii. Nothing about the previous shall preclude informal discussions or formal mediation.
Appears in 5 contracts
Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
