Common use of – UNION COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES Clause in Contracts

– UNION COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES. 10.01 The Employer agrees to recognize the following representatives of the Union: (a) a Negotiating Committee of not more than two (2) nurses, in addition to an Employment Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Association. (b) a Grievance Committee of not more than two (2) nurses. It is agreed that Union representatives and members of the Grievance Committee have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Employer and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. (1) Nurse Representatives to assist nurses in the presentation of any complaints or grievances that may arise. (c) a Union-Management Committee composed of two (2) members of the Union to meet with no more than two (2) representatives of the Employer. Meetings of this Committee will be held at the request of either party and at least once every four (4) months. The purpose of this Committee is to discuss matters relating to nursing and the provision of the best possible nursing care, including workload and scheduling and the examination of any matters of concern to either party. A written agenda is to be provided by both parties with at least forty-eight (48) hours’ notice, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The Chair of the Committee will rotate between the Union and representatives of the Employer. Minutes will be approved and signed by both parties prior to posting. The Employer agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Union attending at such meetings. 10.02 The Union will provide the Employer in writing within two (2) weeks after election, with the names of its officers, committee members and Nurse Representatives. This list will be revised when changes occur. 10.03 The Employer shall pay officers, representatives and committee members their respective salaries for all regularly scheduled time spent investigating and for processing grievances, negotiating renewal of this Agreement up to and not including conciliation, and while attending meetings with the Employer. 10.04 The Employer agrees to give representatives of the Ontario Nurses' Association or consultants for the Union reasonable access to the premises of the Employer for the purpose of investigating grievances, attending meetings, or otherwise assisting in the administration of this Agreement. Such representatives or consultants shall first make their presence known to the Administrator or his designate.

– UNION COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES. 10.01 6.01 The Employer agrees to will recognize the following representatives of the Unionrepresentation: (a) a Negotiating Committee of not more than two One (21) nurses, in addition to an Employment Relations Officer union representative (one from the full time bargaining unit and one from the part time unit). Upon mutual written agreement of the Ontario Nurses' Associationparties, the foregoing number may be altered from time to time. The union representative shall also comprise the grievance committee. (b) a Grievance Committee A negotiating committee of not more than two (2) nurses. It is agreed that Union representatives employees who shall represent both the full time bargaining unit and members of the Grievance Committee have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Employer and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. (1) Nurse Representatives to assist nurses in the presentation of any complaints or grievances that may arisepart time bargaining unit. (c) a Union-Management A Nursing Committee composed of two (2) members employees and an equal number of the Union to meet with no more than two (2) representatives of the Employer. Meetings of this Committee will shall be held at the request of either party and party, but at least once every four (4) monthsother month. The purpose of this Committee is shall be to discuss matters relating to nursing workload, scheduling matters, job content and the provision of the best possible nursing care, including workload and scheduling and the examination of any other matters of concern to either party. A written agenda is to be provided by both parties with at least forty-eight (48) hours’ notice, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The Chair of the Committee will rotate between the Union and representatives of the Employermutual concern. Minutes will of these meetings shall be approved maintained and signed by both parties. The role of Chairpersons shall rotate between the parties. The parties prior to posting. further agree that suitable subjects for discussion at the Joint Labour Management Committee will include aggressive residents. 6.02 The Employer agrees that to pay for time spent during regular working hours for the extent that it applies to its operations, it will abide by the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1978. 6.03 The Union will supply the Employer with the names of their representatives and any changes thereto, and the Employer shall not be required to recognize such representatives until notified, in writing, by the Union of their appointment. 6.04 The Employer acknowledges the right of the Union attending at such meetings. 10.02 The Union will provide the Employer in writing within to appoint or to otherwise select not more than two (2) weeks after electionrepresentatives to assist with respect to the investigating or processing of grievances, and renegotiation of this Agreement. The Union acknowledges that union representatives, members of the Grievance Committee, and members of the Negotiating Committee, have regular duties to perform on behalf of the Employer and that such persons will not leave their regular duties without obtaining the permission of their immediate supervisor, which permission shall not be unreasonably withheld and, when resuming their regular duties, will report to their immediate supervisor so that the length of time they are absent from their regular duties will be under reasonable control. Provided that representatives comply with the names above conditions, they will not lose money for time spent in the processing of its officersgrievances, committee members and Nurse Representativesattendance at negotiation sessions, or other meetings with the Employer held at a time that the representatives were scheduled to work. This list Payment for negotiation sessions will be revised when changes occur. 10.03 The Employer shall pay officers, representatives and committee members their respective salaries for all regularly scheduled time spent investigating and for processing grievances, negotiating renewal of this Agreement up to and not including conciliation, and while attending meetings with mediation provided the Employeremployees are scheduled to work. 10.04 6.05 The Employer agrees Association Committees shall have the right to give have the assistance of representatives of or consultants from the Ontario Nurses' Association or consultants Association. 6.06 A union representative will be given the opportunity of interviewing a new employee once during the first three (3) weeks of employment for a period of not more than fifteen (15) minutes. The new employee shall be obligated to attend such meeting. The Employer shall advise the Union reasonable access monthly as to the premises names of the persons to be interviewed and shall designate the time and place of each such interview. 6.07 All references to representatives and Committee members in this Agreement shall be deemed to mean representatives and Committee members of the duly chartered local. 6.08 All joint Employer for Association meetings shall be scheduled where practical during the purpose of investigating grievances, attending meetings, or otherwise assisting in the administration of this Agreementnurse’s regular working hours. Such representatives or consultants shall first make their presence known to the Administrator or his designateThe Employer will provide replacement staff where operationally required.

– UNION COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES. 10.01 ‌ 8.01 The Employer agrees to University will recognize the following representatives of the Unionfollowing: (a) a Two (2) Union stewards (one (1) full-time and one (1) part-time). Upon mutual agreement of the parties, the number may be altered from time to time. (b) A Grievance Committee of up to two (2) nurses. (c) A Negotiating Committee of not more than two (2) nurses, in addition to an Employment plus a provincial Labour Relations Officer. (It is understood and agreed that the Labour Relations Officer is the signing authority for the Ontario Nurses' Association and therefore any agreement reached between the parties is of no force or effect without the agreement and signature of the Labour Relations Officer.) (d) One (1) Union xxxxxxx as selected or appointed by the Union from the Bargaining Unit shall sit on the Central Health and Safety Committee. (e) Except as provided for in 8.08, leave required by a Union xxxxxxx(s) to attend University requested committee meetings shall be subject to operational requirements and without loss of pay for scheduled hours. 8.02 The Local Union will supply the University, in writing, with the names of its stewards and changes thereto. 8.03 All reference to officers, representatives and committee members in this Agreement shall be deemed to mean officers, representatives and committee members of the fully chartered Local Union. 8.04 The Union committees shall have the right to have the assistance of representatives or consultants from or acting on behalf of the Ontario Nurses' Association. (b) a Grievance Committee of not more than two (2) nurses. It is agreed that Union Such representatives and members or consultants shall have access to the premises only with the permission of the Grievance Committee have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Employer and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. Such permission University which shall not be unreasonably withheld. (1a) Nurse Representatives It is understood that a local Union xxxxxxx and/or members of the Grievance Committee have regular work to assist nurses perform and that if it is necessary to service a grievance during working hours, will not leave work without first obtaining the permission of the Director, Student Health Services/Designate which shall not be unreasonably withheld. The nurse shall state the destination to the Director, Student Health Services/Designate and shall report again to the Director, Student Health Services/Designate at the time of returning to work. Such approved time shall be paid by the University. (b) Stewards of the Union shall be paid at their regular rate of pay for all approved time used during their regularly scheduled hours of work in attending meetings or fulfilling other duties related to their responsibilities under the presentation of any complaints or grievances that may ariseCollective Agreement. (c) a Union-Management Committee composed of two (2) The University agrees to pay members of the Union to meet with no more than two (2) representatives of the Employer. Meetings of this Negotiating Committee will be held at the request of either party and at least once every four (4) months. The purpose of this Committee is to discuss matters relating to nursing and the provision of the best possible nursing care, including workload and scheduling and the examination of any matters of concern to either party. A written agenda is to be provided by both parties with at least forty-eight (48) hours’ notice, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The Chair of the Committee will rotate between the Union and representatives of the Employer. Minutes will be approved and signed by both parties prior to posting. The Employer agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours in negotiations. (d) On consultation with the Director, Student Health Services/Designate the nurses on the Negotiating Committee shall have the option of receiving paid time off for representatives the evening of the Union attending at such meetingspreceding day or the evening of the actual negotiating day if scheduled to work these shifts. Any differences will be resolved by the Director, Student Health Services/Designate. 10.02 8.06 Acknowledging that mutual benefits are derived from joint consultation, a Union/Management Committee is established to enter into discussions concerning matters related to workload, scheduling, job content, and any other matters of concern not covered by this Collective Agreement. In accord with these principles the parties agree as follows: (a) Meetings between the Union and the University may be held as required at times as mutually agreed, but no more than once monthly. The Union will provide party requesting the Employer meeting shall make the request in writing advising the other party of the matter(s) it wishes to discuss; and (b) Upon notification, a meeting shall be convened within ten (10) days or at a later date if mutually agreed to and chaired by the party making the request; and (c) Each party shall be represented by up to two (2) weeks after election, with the names of its officers, committee members and Nurse Representatives. This list will be revised when changes occurpeople (or more if mutually agreed). 10.03 The Employer shall pay officers8.07 With permission from the University, representatives and committee members their respective salaries for all regularly scheduled time spent investigating and for processing grievances, negotiating renewal of this Agreement up to and not including conciliation, and while attending meetings with the Employer. 10.04 The Employer agrees to give representatives of the Ontario Nurses' Association or consultants for the Union reasonable access to the premises of the Employer for the purpose of investigating grievances, attending meetings, or otherwise assisting in the administration of this Agreement. Such representatives or consultants shall first make their presence known to the Administrator or his designatemay hold meetings on University premises.

– UNION COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES. 10.01 6.01 The Employer agrees to will recognize the following representatives of the Unionrepresentation: (a) a Negotiating Committee Two (2) nurse representatives; (b) A grievance committee of not more than two (2) nurses, in addition to an Employment Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Association.; (bc) a Grievance Committee A negotiating committee of not more than two (2) nurses. The Union reserves the right to appoint an alternate for either committee member. (d) A nursing committee composed of an equal number of appointed representatives of the Employer and the Union. Meetings of this committee shall be held at the request of either party, but at least every other month. The purpose of this committee shall be to discuss matters relating to workload, scheduling matters, job content and other matters of mutual concern. Minutes of these meetings shall be maintained. (a) The parties agree to be guided by any applicable Health and Safety legislation that may be in effect in the Province of Ontario from time to time. It is agreed that one member of any such Health and Safety committee shall be a member of the Union. (b) All time spent by a member of the Health and Safety committee attending meetings of the committee during her regularly scheduled hours and carrying out her duties shall be deemed to be work time for which she shall be paid by her Employer at her regular or premium rate as may be proper and she shall be entitled to such time from her work as is necessary. 6.03 The Union will supply the Employer with names of their representatives and any changes thereto. 6.04 a) The Union acknowledges that the nurse representatives and members of the Grievance Committee grievance committee have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Employer and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. (1) Nurse Representatives to assist nurses in denied. Each of the presentation of any complaints or grievances that may arise. (c) a Union-Management Committee composed of two (2) nurse representatives and members of the Union grievance committee shall advise her immediate supervisor when she has returned to meet with no more than two (2) representatives her regular duties. The nurse representative or member of the Employergrievance committee shall not suffer a loss of pay or benefits during her regularly scheduled hours while investigating and/or processing a grievance. Meetings Only one member in total of this Committee will be held at both the request of either party and at least once every four (4) months. The purpose of this Committee is to discuss matters relating to nursing nurse representatives and the provision of the best possible nursing care, including workload and scheduling and the examination of any matters of concern grievance committee shall be allowed to either party. A written agenda is leave her regular duties to be provided by both parties with at least forty-eight (48) hours’ notice, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The Chair of the Committee will rotate between the Union and representatives of the Employer. Minutes will be approved and signed by both parties prior to posting. The Employer agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Union attending at such meetingsinvestigate and/or process a grievance. 10.02 The Union will provide the Employer in writing within two (2) weeks after election, with the names of its officers, committee members and Nurse Representatives. This list will be revised when changes occur. 10.03 The Employer shall pay officers, representatives and committee members their respective salaries for all regularly scheduled time spent investigating and for processing grievances, negotiating renewal of this Agreement up to and not including conciliation, and while attending meetings with the Employer. 10.04 The Employer agrees to give representatives of the Ontario Nurses' Association or consultants for the Union reasonable access to the premises of the Employer for the purpose of investigating grievances, attending meetings, or otherwise assisting in the administration of this Agreement. Such representatives or consultants shall first make their presence known to the Administrator or his designate.

– UNION COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES. 10.01 6.01 The Employer agrees to will recognize the following representatives of the Unionfollowing: (a) a Negotiating A Nurse Representative. Upon mutual agreement of the parties, the number may be altered from time to time. (b) A Grievance Committee of not more than up to two (2) nurses, in addition to an Employment Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Association. (b) a Grievance Committee of not more than two (2) nurses. It is agreed that Union representatives and members of the Grievance Committee have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Employer and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. (1) Nurse Representatives to assist nurses in the presentation of any complaints or grievances that may arise. (c) a Union-Management A Negotiating Committee composed of two (2) members nurses plus a Labour Relations Officer. It is understood and agreed that the Labour Relations Officer is the signing authority for Ontario Nurses' Association and therefore any agreement reached between the parties is of no force or effect without the agreement and signature of the Labour Relations Officer. (d) A Union to meet with no more than two (2) - Management Committee composed of an equal number of representatives of the EmployerEmployer and the Union. Meetings of this Committee will committee shall be held at the request of either party and party, but at least once every four (4) monthsquarterly, or more frequently as otherwise mutually agreed. The purpose of this Committee is shall be to discuss matters relating to nursing workload, scheduling matters, job content, education opportunities, government initiatives that will impact the bargaining unit, staffing plans and the provision of the best possible nursing care, including workload and scheduling and the examination of any other matters of concern to either party. A written agenda is to be provided by both parties with at least forty-eight (48) hours’ notice, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The Chair of the Committee will rotate between the Union and representatives of the Employermutual concern. Minutes will of this meeting shall be approved maintained and signed by both parties. The role of Chairperson shall rotate between the parties. (e) An Occupational Health and safety Committee which shall be comprised of at least one (1) member of the bargaining unit. (f) All joint Employer Union meetings noted above shall be scheduled where practical, during the employee’s working hours. The parties prior to postingwill schedule such meetings at a mutually agreeable time. The Employer agrees to will provide bargaining unit replacement staff of the same classification where operationally required. The Employer will pay the Bargaining Unit President or designate at her/his regular straight time hourly rate for all time spent during regular working hours for representatives of attending meetings with the Union attending at such meetingsEmployer outside her/his regularly scheduled hours. 10.02 6.02 The Union will provide supply the Employer in writing within two (2) weeks after election, with the names of its officers, committee members representatives and Nurse Representatives. This list will be revised when changes occurthereto. 10.03 The Employer shall pay officers, representatives and committee members their respective salaries (a) If a Representative must leave her regular duties for all regularly scheduled a short period of time spent investigating and for processing grievances, negotiating renewal of this Agreement up in order to and not including conciliation, and while attending meetings with the Employer. 10.04 The Employer agrees attend to give representatives of the Ontario Nurses' Association or consultants for the Union reasonable access to the premises of the Employer for the purpose of investigating grievances, attending meetings, or otherwise assisting business in the administration Home, she will first obtain the permission of this Agreementher Supervisor. Such representatives or consultants shall first make their presence known to the Administrator or his designate.permission will not be unreasonably

– UNION COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES. 10.01 ‌ 8.01 The Employer agrees to University will recognize the following representatives of the Unionfollowing: (a) a Two Union stewards (one full-time and one part-time). Upon mutual agreement of the parties, the number may be altered from time to time. (b) A Grievance Committee of up to two (2) nurses. (c) A Negotiating Committee of not more than two (2) nurses, in addition to an one full-time and one part- time plus a provincial Employment Relations Officer. (It is understood and agreed that the Employment Relations Officer is the signing authority for the Ontario Nurses' Association and therefore any agreement reached between the parties is of no force or effect without the agreement and signature of the Employment Relations Officer.) (d) One (1) Union xxxxxxx as selected or appointed by the Union from the bargaining unit shall sit on the Joint Health and Safety Committee. 8.02 The Local Union will supply the University, in writing, with the names of its stewards and changes thereto. 8.03 All reference to officers, representatives and committee members in this Agreement shall be deemed to mean officers, representatives and committee members of the fully chartered Local Union. 8.04 The Union Committees shall have the right to have the assistance of representatives or consultants from or acting on behalf of the Ontario Nurses' Association. (b) a Grievance Committee of not more than two (2) nurses. It is agreed that Union Such representatives and members or consultants shall have access to the premises only with the permission of the Grievance Committee have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Employer and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. Such permission University which shall not be unreasonably withheld. (1a) Nurse Representatives It is understood that a local Union xxxxxxx and/or members of the Grievance Committee have regular work to assist nurses perform and that if it is necessary to service a grievance during working hours, will not leave work without first obtaining the permission of the Director, Student Health Services/Designate which shall not be unreasonably withheld. The nurse shall state the destination to the Director, Student Health (b) Stewards of the Union shall be paid at their regular rate of pay for all approved time used during their regularly scheduled hours of work in attending meetings or fulfilling other duties related to their responsibilities under the presentation of any complaints or grievances that may ariseCollective Agreement. (c) a Union-Management Committee composed of two (2) The University agrees to pay members of the Union to meet with no more than two (2) representatives of the Employer. Meetings of this Negotiating Committee will be held at the request of either party and at least once every four (4) months. The purpose of this Committee is to discuss matters relating to nursing and the provision of the best possible nursing care, including workload and scheduling and the examination of any matters of concern to either party. A written agenda is to be provided by both parties with at least forty-eight (48) hours’ notice, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The Chair of the Committee will rotate between the Union and representatives of the Employer. Minutes will be approved and signed by both parties prior to posting. The Employer agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours in negotiations. (d) On consultation with the Director, Student Health Services/Designate the nurses on the Negotiating Committee shall have the option of receiving paid time off for representatives the evening of the Union attending at such meetingspreceding day or the evening of the actual negotiating day if scheduled to work these shifts. Any differences will be resolved by the Director, Student Health Services/Designate. 10.02 8.06 Acknowledging that mutual benefits are derived from joint consultation, a Union/Management Committee is established to enter into discussions concerning matters related to work load, scheduling, job content, and any other matters of concern not covered by this Collective Agreement. In accord with these principles the parties agree as follows: (a) Meetings between the Union and the University may be held as required at times as mutually agreed but no more than once monthly. The Union will provide party requesting the Employer meeting shall make the request in writing advising the other party of the matter(s) it wishes to discuss; and (b) Upon notification, a meeting shall be convened within ten (l0) days or at a later date if mutually agreed to and chaired by the party making the request; and (c) Each party shall be represented by up to two (2) weeks after election, with the names of its officers, committee members and Nurse Representatives. This list will be revised when changes occurpeople (or more if mutually agreed). 10.03 The Employer shall pay officers8.07 With permission from the University, representatives and committee members their respective salaries for all regularly scheduled time spent investigating and for processing grievances, negotiating renewal of this Agreement up to and not including conciliation, and while attending meetings with the Employer. 10.04 The Employer agrees to give representatives of the Ontario Nurses' Association or consultants for the Union reasonable access to the premises of the Employer for the purpose of investigating grievances, attending meetings, or otherwise assisting in the administration of this Agreement. Such representatives or consultants shall first make their presence known to the Administrator or his designatemay hold meetings on University premises.

– UNION COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES. 10.01 6.01 The Employer agrees to will recognize the following representatives of the Unionfollowing: (a) a A Union representative. Upon mutual agreement of the parties, the number may be altered from time to time. (b) A Grievance Committee of up to one (1) nurse, excluding the grievor(s). (c) A Negotiating Committee of not more than two (2) nurses, in addition to an Employment nurses plus a Labour Relations Officer. It is understood and agreed that the Labour Relations Officer is the signing authority for Ontario Nurses' Association and therefore any agreement reached between the parties is of no force or effect without the agreement and signature of the Labour Relations Officer. (d) An Association-Management Committee composed of an equal number of representatives of the Employer and the Union. Meetings of this Committee shall be held at the request of either party, but at least every three (3) months. The purpose of this Committee shall be to discuss matters relating to workload, scheduling matters, job content, and other matters of mutual concern. Minutes of this meeting shall be maintained and signed by both parties. The role of Chairperson shall rotate between the parties. (e) An Occupational Health and Safety Committee which shall be comprised of at least one (1) member of the Bargaining Unit. (f) The Joint Health and Safety Committee will discuss and may recommend appropriate measures to promote health and safety in workplaces, including, but not limited to:  Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention  Needle Stick Injury Prevention  Personal Protective Equipment  Training designed to ensure competency under the Act for those persons with supervisory responsibilities. 6.02 The Union will supply the Employer with the names of its representatives and changes thereto. (a) If a representative must leave her/his regular duties for a short period of time in order to attend to Union business in the Home, she/he will first obtain the permission of her/his supervisor. Such permission will not be unreasonably withheld. Upon completion of her/his business, the representative will report to her/his supervisor and then return to her/his regular duties. (b) Representatives of the Union shall be paid at their regular rate of pay for all time used during their regularly scheduled hours of work in attending meetings or fulfilling other duties related to their responsibilities under the Collective Agreement. (c) The Employer agrees to pay members of the Negotiating Committee for time spent during regular working hours in negotiations up to but not including Arbitration. (d) Nurses on the Negotiating Committee shall have the option of receiving paid time off for the evening or night shift of the preceding day, or the evening or night shift of the actual negotiating day, if scheduled to work these shifts. 6.04 The Union Committees shall have the right to have the assistance of representatives or consultants from or acting on behalf of the Ontario Nurses' Association. (b) a Grievance Committee of not more than two (2) nurses. It is agreed that Union representatives and members of the Grievance Committee have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Employer and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. (1) Nurse Representatives to assist nurses in the presentation of any complaints or grievances that may arise. (c) a Union-Management Committee composed of two (2) members of the Union to meet with no more than two (2) representatives of the Employer. Meetings of this Committee will be held at the request of either party and at least once every four (4) months. The purpose of this Committee is to discuss matters relating to nursing and the provision of the best possible nursing care, including workload and scheduling and the examination of any matters of concern to either party. A written agenda is to be provided by both parties with at least forty-eight (48) hours’ notice, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The Chair of the Committee will rotate between the Union and representatives of the Employer. Minutes will be approved and signed by both parties prior to posting. 6.05 The Employer agrees to pay provide a representative of the Union with a reasonable period of time within the Orientation Programme, in order to meet with newly hired nurses. 6.06 The Employer agrees when nurses are required to serve on committees, the meeting shall be scheduled during the nurses' regular hours, or the nurse shall be paid for time all hours spent during outside her/his regular working hours for representatives at her/his regular rate of the Union attending at such meetingspay. 10.02 The Union will provide the Employer in writing within two (2) weeks after election, with the names of its officers, committee members and Nurse Representatives. This list will be revised when changes occur. 10.03 The Employer shall pay officers, representatives and committee members their respective salaries for all regularly scheduled time spent investigating and for processing grievances, negotiating renewal of this Agreement up to and not including conciliation, and while attending meetings with the Employer. 10.04 The Employer agrees to give representatives of the Ontario Nurses' Association or consultants for the Union reasonable access to the premises of the Employer for the purpose of investigating grievances, attending meetings, or otherwise assisting in the administration of this Agreement. Such representatives or consultants shall first make their presence known to the Administrator or his designate.

– UNION COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES. 10.01 6.01 The Employer agrees to will recognize the following representatives of the Unionfollowing: (a) a A Union representative. Upon mutual agreement of the parties, the number may be altered from time to time. (b) A Grievance Committee of up to one (1) nurse, excluding the grievor(s). (c) A Negotiating Committee of not more than two (2) nurses, in addition to an Employment nurses plus a Labour Relations Officer. It is understood and agreed that the Labour Relations Officer is the signing authority for Ontario Nurses' Association and therefore any agreement reached between the parties is of no force or effect without the agreement and signature of the Labour Relations Officer. (d) An Association-Management Committee composed of an equal number of representatives of the Employer and the Union. Meetings of this Committee shall be held at the request of either party, but at least every three (3) months. The purpose of this Committee shall be to discuss matters relating to workload, scheduling matters, job content, and other matters of mutual concern. Minutes of this meeting shall be maintained and signed by both parties. The role of Chairperson shall rotate between the parties. (e) An Occupational Health and Safety Committee which shall be comprised of at least one (1) member of the Bargaining Unit. (f) The Joint Health and Safety Committee will discuss and may recommend appropriate measures to promote health and safety in workplaces, including, but not limited to: • Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention • Needle Stick Injury Prevention • Personal Protective Equipment • Training designed to ensure competency under the Act for those persons with supervisory responsibilities. 6.02 The Union will supply the Employer with the names of its representatives and changes thereto. (a) If a representative must leave her/his regular duties for a short period of time in order to attend to Union business in the Home, she/he will first obtain the permission of her/his supervisor. Such permission will not be unreasonably withheld. Upon completion of her/his business, the representative will report to her/his supervisor and then return to her/his regular duties. (b) Representatives of the Union shall be paid at their regular rate of pay for all time used during their regularly scheduled hours of work in attending meetings or fulfilling other duties related to their responsibilities under the Collective Agreement. (c) The Employer agrees to pay members of the Negotiating Committee for time spent during regular working hours in negotiations up to but not including Arbitration. (d) Nurses on the Negotiating Committee shall have the option of receiving paid time off for the evening or night shift of the preceding day, or the evening or night shift of the actual negotiating day, if scheduled to work these shifts. 6.04 The Union Committees shall have the right to have the assistance of representatives or consultants from or acting on behalf of the Ontario Nurses' Association. (b) a Grievance Committee of not more than two (2) nurses. It is agreed that Union representatives and members of the Grievance Committee have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Employer and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisor. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. (1) Nurse Representatives to assist nurses in the presentation of any complaints or grievances that may arise. (c) a Union-Management Committee composed of two (2) members of the Union to meet with no more than two (2) representatives of the Employer. Meetings of this Committee will be held at the request of either party and at least once every four (4) months. The purpose of this Committee is to discuss matters relating to nursing and the provision of the best possible nursing care, including workload and scheduling and the examination of any matters of concern to either party. A written agenda is to be provided by both parties with at least forty-eight (48) hours’ notice, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The Chair of the Committee will rotate between the Union and representatives of the Employer. Minutes will be approved and signed by both parties prior to posting. 6.05 The Employer agrees to pay provide a representative of the Union with a reasonable period of time within the Orientation Programme, in order to meet with newly hired nurses. 6.06 The Employer agrees when nurses are required to serve on committees, the meeting shall be scheduled during the nurses' regular hours, or the nurse shall be paid for time all hours spent during outside her/his regular working hours for representatives at her/his regular rate of the Union attending at such meetingspay. 10.02 The Union will provide the Employer in writing within two (2) weeks after election, with the names of its officers, committee members and Nurse Representatives. This list will be revised when changes occur. 10.03 The Employer shall pay officers, representatives and committee members their respective salaries for all regularly scheduled time spent investigating and for processing grievances, negotiating renewal of this Agreement up to and not including conciliation, and while attending meetings with the Employer. 10.04 The Employer agrees to give representatives of the Ontario Nurses' Association or consultants for the Union reasonable access to the premises of the Employer for the purpose of investigating grievances, attending meetings, or otherwise assisting in the administration of this Agreement. Such representatives or consultants shall first make their presence known to the Administrator or his designate.

– UNION COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES. 10.01 6.01 The Employer agrees to will recognize the following representatives of the Unionfollowing: (a) a Negotiating One (1) employee representative. Upon mutual agreement of the parties, the number may be altered from time to time. (b) A Grievance Committee of not more than two (2) nursesemployees. (c) A Negotiating Committee of the employee representative and one (1) other member of the bargaining unit. (d) A Union-Management Committee composed of an equal number of representatives of the Employer and the Union. Meetings of this Committee shall be held at the request of either party, in addition but no more than once quarterly, unless required pursuant to Article 19.01, or more frequently as otherwise mutually agreed. The purpose of this Committee shall be to discuss matters relating to workload, scheduling matters, job content, government initiatives that will impact the bargaining unit, and other matters of mutual concern. Minutes of these meetings shall be maintained and signed by both parties. The role of Chairperson shall rotate between the parties. (e) All joint Employer Union meetings noted above shall be scheduled where practical, during the employee’s working hours. The Employer will provide replacement staff where operationally required. (f) Where an Employment Relations Officer ONA representative has a conflict of interest representing a member, she/he will ensure that an alternate ONA representative is available. 6.02 The Union will supply the Employer with the names of its representatives and any changes thereto. 6.03 The committees shall have the right to have the assistance of representatives or consultants from or acting on behalf of the Ontario Nurses' Association. (a) The Employer shall pay representatives and Committee members their respective salaries for all time lost from regularly scheduled hours investigating and/or processing grievances, up to but not including the arbitration stage, negotiating the Collective Agreement and renewals thereof, up to and including conciliation, and while attending meetings with the Employer. Employees on the evening and night shift shall receive paid time off for the actual day of the negotiating meeting. Notwithstanding the foregoing, it is understood and agreed that in circumstances where local issue bargaining commences after a central conciliation process, the first day of such local negotiations will be treated for purposes of pay as if the negotiations commenced prior to conciliation. (b) a Grievance Committee of not more than two (2) nurses. It is agreed that Union representatives and members of the Grievance Committee may require a reasonably brief period of time during the day to fulfill their duties as Committee members as set out in a) above. However, it is further agreed that members of the Grievance Committee have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Employer and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisorsupervisor or designate. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. (1) Nurse Representatives to assist nurses in the presentation of any complaints or grievances that may arise. (c) a Union-Management Committee composed of two (2) members of the Union to meet with no more than two (2) representatives of the Employer. Meetings of this Committee will be held at the request of either party and at least once every four (4) months. The purpose of this Committee is to discuss matters relating to nursing and the provision of the best possible nursing care, including workload and scheduling and the examination of any matters of concern to either party. A written agenda is to be provided by both parties with at least forty-eight (48) hours’ notice, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The Chair of the Committee will rotate between the Union and representatives of the Employer. Minutes will be approved and signed by both parties prior to posting. 6.05 The Employer agrees that a Union representative shall be given the opportunity of interviewing each newly hired employee, for a period not to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Union attending at such meetings. 10.02 The Union will provide the Employer in writing within two exceed fifteen (215) weeks after election, with the names of its officers, committee members and Nurse Representatives. This list will be revised when changes occur. 10.03 The Employer shall pay officers, representatives and committee members their respective salaries for all regularly scheduled time spent investigating and for processing grievances, negotiating renewal of this Agreement up to and not including conciliationminutes, and while attending meetings with as early as practical during the Employer. 10.04 The Employer agrees to give representatives of the Ontario Nurses' Association or consultants probation period, for the Union reasonable access to purposes of advising such employees of their rights and obligations under the premises of the Employer for the purpose of investigating grievances, attending meetings, or otherwise assisting in the administration terms of this Agreement. Such representatives or consultants shall first make their presence known to , and the Administrator or his designateUnion may provide membership forms at this meeting.

– UNION COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES. 10.01 6.01 The Employer agrees to will recognize the following representatives of the Unionfollowing: (a) a Negotiating Committee of not more than There shall be two (2) nursesEmployee Representatives, one of whom shall be a part-time employee, selected from the employees in addition to an Employment Relations Officer of the Ontario Nurses' Associationbargaining unit. (b) a A Grievance Committee of not more than up to two (2) nurses. It is agreed that Union representatives and members of the Grievance Committee have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Employer and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission employees selected from their immediate supervisor. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. (1) Nurse Representatives to assist nurses among employees in the presentation of any complaints or grievances that may arisebargaining unit. (c) a A Negotiating Committee of up to two (2) employees selected from among employees in the bargaining unit plus an Employment Relations Officer from the Union. It is understood and agreed that the Employment Relations Officer is the signing authority for the Ontario Nurses' Association and therefore any agreement reached between the parties is of no force or effect without the agreement and signature of the Employment Relations Officer. (d) An Union-Management Committee composed comprised of an equal number of Representatives of the Employer and employees employed in the bargaining unit. The Committee shall meet every two (2) members of the Union to meet with no more than two months unless otherwise agreed and as required under Article 18.01 (2a) representatives of the Employeri). Meetings Minutes of this Committee will meeting shall be held at the request of either party and at least once every four (4) months. The purpose of this Committee is to discuss matters relating to nursing and the provision of the best possible nursing care, including workload and scheduling and the examination of any matters of concern to either party. A written agenda is to be provided by both parties with at least forty-eight (48) hours’ notice, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The Chair of the Committee will rotate between the Union and representatives of the Employer. Minutes will be approved maintained and signed by both parties prior parties. The role of the Chairperson shall alternate between Representatives of the Employer and Representatives from the employees in the bargaining unit. (e) An Occupational Health and Safety Committee which shall be comprised of at least one (1) employee from the bargaining unit. 6.02 The Union will supply the Employer with the names of its Representatives and changes thereto. (a) If a Representative must leave her/his regular duties for a short period of time in order to postingattend to Union business in the Home, she/he will first obtain the permission of her/his Supervisor. Such permission will not be unreasonably withheld. Upon completion of her/his business, the Representative will report to her/his Supervisor and then return to her/his regular duties. (b) Representatives of the Union shall be paid at their regular rate of pay for all time used during their regularly scheduled hours of work in attending meetings or fulfilling other duties related to their responsibilities at this Home under this Collective Agreement. (c) The Employer agrees to that members of the Negotiating Committee shall not suffer any loss of pay for time spent during regular working hours in negotiations up to but not including Arbitration. (d) Employees on the Negotiating Committee shall have the option of receiving paid time off for representatives the night shift of the Union attending at such meetingspreceding day, or the afternoon shift of the actual negotiating day if scheduled to work these shifts. 10.02 6.04 The Union will provide Committees shall have the Employer in writing within two (2) weeks after election, with right to have the names assistance of its officers, committee members and Nurse Representatives. This list will be revised when changes occur. 10.03 The Employer shall pay officers, representatives and committee members their respective salaries for all regularly scheduled time spent investigating and for processing grievances, negotiating renewal of this Agreement up to and not including conciliation, and while attending meetings with the Employer. 10.04 The Employer agrees to give representatives Representatives or Consultants from or acting on behalf of the Ontario Nurses' Association or consultants for Union. 6.05 The Employer agrees to provide a Representative of the Union with a reasonable access period of time within the Orientation Programme in order to meet with newly hired employees. 6.06 The Employer agrees that when employees are required to serve on Committees, such Committee meetings shall be scheduled during the premises employee's regular working hours, where possible. The employee shall be paid for all hours spent outside her/his regular working hours at her/his regular rate of the Employer for the purpose of investigating grievances, attending meetings, or otherwise assisting in the administration of this Agreement. Such representatives or consultants shall first make their presence known to the Administrator or his designatepay.

– UNION COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES. 10.01 6.01 The Employer agrees to will recognize the following representatives of the Unionfollowing: (a) Up to three (3) employee representatives. Upon mutual agreement of the parties, the number may be altered from time to time. (b) A Grievance Committee of three (3) employees. Only two (2) members may attend a meeting of the committee at any one time. (c) A Negotiating Committee of not more than two three (23) nursesemployees. (d) A Union-Management Committee composed of an equal number of representatives of the Employer and the Union. Meetings of this Committee shall be held at the request of either party, in addition but no more than once quarterly. The purpose of this Committee shall be to an Employment Relations Officer discuss matters relating to workload, scheduling matters, job content and other matters of mutual concern. Minutes of these meetings shall be maintained and signed by both parties. The role of Chairperson shall rotate between the parties. (e) All joint Employer Union meetings noted above shall be scheduled where practical, during the employee’s working hours. The Employer will provide replacement staff where operationally required. 6.02 The Union will supply the Employer with the names of its representatives and any changes thereto. 6.03 The committees shall have the right to have the assistance of representatives or consultants from or acting on behalf of the Ontario Nurses' Association. (a) The Employer shall pay representatives and Committee members their respective salaries for all time lost from regularly scheduled hours investigating and/or processing grievances, up to but not including the arbitration stage, negotiating the Collective Agreement and renewals thereof, up to and including conciliation, and while attending meetings with the Employer. Employees on the evening and night shift shall receive paid time off for the actual day of the negotiating meeting. Notwithstanding the foregoing, it is understood and agreed that in circumstances where local issue bargaining commences after a central conciliation process, the first day of such local negotiations will be treated for purposes of pay as if the negotiations commenced prior to conciliation. (b) a Grievance Committee of not more than two (2) nurses. It is agreed that Union representatives and members of the Grievance Committee may require a reasonably brief period of time during the day to fulfill their duties as Committee members as set out in a) above. However, it is further agreed that members of the Grievance Committee have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Employer and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisorsupervisor or designate. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. (1) Nurse Representatives to assist nurses in the presentation of any complaints or grievances that may arise. (c) a Union-Management Committee composed of two (2) members of the Union to meet with no more than two (2) representatives of the Employer. Meetings of this Committee will be held at the request of either party and at least once every four (4) months. The purpose of this Committee is to discuss matters relating to nursing and the provision of the best possible nursing care, including workload and scheduling and the examination of any matters of concern to either party. A written agenda is to be provided by both parties with at least forty-eight (48) hours’ notice, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The Chair of the Committee will rotate between the Union and representatives of the Employer. Minutes will be approved and signed by both parties prior to posting. 6.05 The Employer agrees that a Union representative shall be given the opportunity of interviewing each newly hired employee, for a period not to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Union attending at such meetings. 10.02 The Union will provide the Employer in writing within two exceed fifteen (215) weeks after election, with the names of its officers, committee members and Nurse Representatives. This list will be revised when changes occur. 10.03 The Employer shall pay officers, representatives and committee members their respective salaries for all regularly scheduled time spent investigating and for processing grievances, negotiating renewal of this Agreement up to and not including conciliationminutes, and while attending meetings with as early as practical during the Employer. 10.04 The Employer agrees to give representatives of the Ontario Nurses' Association or consultants probation period, for the Union reasonable access to purposes of advising such employees of their rights and obligations under the premises of the Employer for the purpose of investigating grievances, attending meetings, or otherwise assisting in the administration terms of this Agreement. Such representatives or consultants shall first make their presence known to , and the Administrator or his designateUnion may provide membership forms at this meeting.

– UNION COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES. 10.01 6.01 The employer will recognize a Union Committee of two (2) nurses per home, whose function shall be to deal with grievances, and labour-management issues. The Employer agrees will recognize a Union Committee of three (3) nurses whose function shall be to recognize deal with negotiations. 6.02 The privilege of such representatives to leave their work without loss of salary for the purpose of meeting with the Employer shall be granted on the following representatives of the Unionconditions: (a) a Negotiating Committee of not more than two (2) nurses, in addition The time shall be devoted to an Employment Relations Officer the prompt handling of the Ontario Nurses' Associationsaid business. (b) a Grievance Committee The representative concerned shall obtain the permission of not more than two (2) nurses. It is agreed that Union representatives and members of the Grievance Committee have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Employer and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisorhis/her supervisor before leaving her work. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. (1c) Nurse Representatives to assist nurses The time away from work shall be reported in accordance with the presentation timekeeping methods of any complaints or grievances that may arisethe Home. (cd) a Union-Management Committee composed of two (2) members of The Employer reserves the Union right to meet with no more than two (2) representatives of limit such time if the Employertime so taken is unreasonable. Meetings of this Committee Incidental expenses incurred such as mileage, meals, etc. will be held at borne by the request of either party and at least once every four (4representative(s) months. The purpose of this Committee is to discuss matters relating to nursing and the provision of the best possible nursing care, including workload and scheduling and the examination of any matters of concern to either party. A written agenda is to be provided by both parties with at least forty-eight (48) hours’ notice, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The Chair of the Committee will rotate between the Union and representatives of the Employer. Minutes will be approved and signed by both parties prior to posting. The Employer agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Union attending at such meetingsconcerned. 10.02 6.03 The Union will provide supply the Employer in writing within two (2) weeks after election, with the names of its officers, committee members representatives and Nurse Representatives. This list will be revised when changes occurthereto. 10.03 6.04 The Employer Committees shall pay officers, have the right to have the assistance of representatives and committee members their respective salaries for all regularly scheduled time spent investigating and for processing grievances, negotiating renewal of this Agreement up to and not including conciliation, and while attending meetings with the Employer. 10.04 The Employer agrees to give representatives from or acting on behalf of the Ontario Nurses' Association or consultants Association. 6.05 The Employer agrees that a Union representative shall be given the opportunity of interviewing, each newly hired nurse, for a period of at least fifteen (15) minutes, and as early as practical during the probation period, for the Union reasonable access to purposes of advising such nurses of their rights and obligations under the premises of the Employer for the purpose of investigating grievances, attending meetings, or otherwise assisting in the administration terms of this Agreement. Such representatives , and the Union may provide membership forms at this meeting. 6.06 Scheduled work time lost to meet with the employer will be compensated at the nurse’s regular rate of pay up to but not including arbitration and conciliation. 6.07 Where a nurse is required to attend work for the purposes of an in-house Committee or consultants shall first make their presence known to in-service program, the Administrator or his designatenurse will be compensated at his/her regular rate of pay for the time spent. 6.08 The parties agree that if incidents involving aggressive client action occur such action will be recorded and reviewed at the Occupational Health and Safety Committee.

– UNION COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES. 10.01 ‌ 6.01 The Employer agrees to will recognize the following representatives of the Unionrepresentation: (a) Up to four (4) Union Representatives in the bargaining unit. Upon mutual agreement of the parties the foregoing number may be altered from time to time. Where a Negotiating Union Representative commences on an extended leave of absence, the Union will endeavour to find a temporary replacement for the Union Representative from within the Home. (b) A Grievance Committee of not more than up to two (2) nursesemployees in the bargaining unit. (c) A Negotiating Committee of up to two (2) employees in the bargaining unit and an alternate and two (2) employees from management excluding Union and management negotiators. (d) A Union - Management Committee composed of an equal number of representatives of the Employer and the Union. Meetings of this Committee shall be held at the request of either party, in addition at least quarterly, or more frequently as otherwise mutually agreed. The purpose of this Committee shall be to discuss matters relating to workload, scheduling matters, job content, education opportunities, government initiatives that will impact the bargaining unit and other matters of mutual concern. Minutes of these meetings shall be maintained and signed by both parties. The role of Chairperson shall rotate between the parties. (e) Where an Employment Relations Officer ONA representative has a conflict of interest representing a member, she/he will ensure that an alternate ONA representative is available. 6.02 The Union will supply the Employer with the names of its representatives and any change. (a) The committees shall have the right to have the assistance of representatives or consultants from or acting on behalf of the Ontario Nurses' ’ Association. (b) a Grievance All committee members shall be employees of the Employer who have completed probation. (a) The Employer shall pay representatives and Committee members their respective salaries for all time lost from regularly scheduled hours investigating and/or processing grievances, up to but not including the arbitration stage, negotiating the Collective Agreement and renewals thereof, up to and including conciliation, but excluding arbitration, and while attending meetings with the Employer. Notwithstanding the definition of not more than two the first shift of the day employees on the night shift proceeding or the evening and night shift on the actual day shall receive paid time off. In no event shall such attendance result in overtime pay of any sort. (2b) nurses. It is agreed that Union representatives and members of the Grievance Committee may require a reasonably brief period of time during the day to fulfill their duties as Committee members as set out in a) above. However, it is further agreed that members of the Grievance Committee have their regular duties and responsibilities to perform for the Employer and shall not leave their regular duties without first obtaining permission from their immediate supervisorsupervisor or designate. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. (1) Nurse Representatives to assist nurses in the presentation of any complaints or grievances that may arise. (c) a Union-Management Committee composed of two (2) members of the Union to meet with no more than two (2) representatives of the Employer. Meetings of this Committee will be held at the request of either party and at least once every four (4) months. The purpose of this Committee is to discuss matters relating to nursing and the provision of the best possible nursing care, including workload and scheduling and the examination of any matters of concern to either party. A written agenda is to be provided by both parties with at least forty-eight (48) hours’ notice, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The Chair of the Committee will rotate between the Union and representatives of the Employer. Minutes will be approved and signed by both parties prior to posting. The Employer agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Union attending at such meetings. 10.02 The Union will provide the Employer in writing within two (2) weeks after election, with the names of its officers, committee members and Nurse Representatives. This list will be revised when changes occur. 10.03 6.05 The Employer shall pay officersadvise a Union Representative of all new hires and agrees that a Union representative shall be given the opportunity of interviewing each newly hired employee, representatives at a time mutually convenient between the parties for a period not to exceed fifteen (15) minutes, solely for the purposes of advising such employees of their rights and committee members their respective salaries for all regularly scheduled time spent investigating and for processing grievances, negotiating renewal obligations under the terms of this Agreement up to and not including conciliationagreement, and while attending meetings with the Employer. 10.04 The Union may provide membership forms at this meeting. Where the Labour Relations Officer is the designated Union representative, the Employer agrees to give representatives of shall advise the Ontario Nurses' Association or consultants Labour Relations Officer and arrange a time for the Union reasonable access to the premises of the Employer for the purpose of investigating grievances, attending meetings, or otherwise assisting in the administration of this Agreement. Such representatives or consultants shall first make their presence known to the Administrator or his designateinterview.