REPORT OF THE INAUGURAL NATIONAL CONVENTION UNION OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT WORKERS AUGUST 22-24, 2017

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1 REPORT OF THE INAUGURAL NATIONAL CONVENTION UNION OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT WORKERS AUGUST 22-24, 2017 The Inaugural National Convention of the Union of Health and Environment Workers was opened at 9:00 a.m., August 22 th, 2017, with Brother Todd Pans, National President, in the Chair. The National President welcomed all delegates, observers, guests and spouses to Toronto and thanked all for their patience during their travels in order to support the strike at both the Pearson International Airport in Toronto and the James Armstrong Richardson International Airport in Winnipeg. The National President thanked all the UHEW staff for their help in preparing this Convention. Brother Michael Ballard, National Human Rights Representative, Sister Cheryl Sullivan Regional Vice-President, Ontario and Brother Kevin Lundstrom, Regional Vice-President, Ontario, introduced Elder Whabagoon, Lac Seul First Nation, Loon Clan who blessed the Convention with a smudging ceremony. Sister Cheryl Sullivan, Regional Vice-President, Ontario, introduced the Host Committee Chairperson, Sister Denise Thompson, and thanked the whole Host Committee for their hard work. Sister Denise Thompson welcomed all attendees to Toronto and introduced the members of the Host Committee: i.e., Sisters Sarah Caribou, Alyssa Visram, Leonie Raymond and Michelle Halket. Sister Kim Irwin, the Convention photographer is also introduced. Introduction of National Council Members of the National Council were introduced to the Convention. Sister Shimen Fayad, National Vice-President Brother Jeffrey Irwin, National Vice-President Brother Kevin Lundstrom, Regional Vice-President, Ontario Sister Cheryl Sullivan, Regional Vice-President, Ontario Sister Elizabeth Oliphant, Regional Vice-President, B.C./Yukon Sister Elaine Alt, Regional Vice-President, Alberta, B.C./Yukon Sister Jennifer Higdon, Regional Vice-President, Newfoundland/Labrador Sister Karla Levangie-Connor, Regional Vice-President, Atlantic Brother Robert Ellis, Regional Vice-President, Scotia-Fundy Brother Steven Maund, Regional Vice-President, N.B./P.E.I. Brother Sylvain Guimont, Regional Vice-President, Quebec

2 -2- Introduction of National Council (Cont d) Brother Daniel H Gauthier, Regional Vice-President, Quebec Brother Michel Lépine, Regional Vice-President, National Capital Region Sister Jayne Powers, Regional Vice-President, National Capital Region Sister Faye Kingyens, Regional Vice-President, Manitoba Brother Larry Schlosser, Regional Vice-President, Saskatchewan Brother Dan Grunert, Regional Vice-President, Prairie and Northern Members of the staff were introduced to the delegates and observers in attendance: i.e., Daryl Hoelke, Executive Assistant, Sylvain Meilleur, Finance Officer, Carmine Pacifico, Finance Officer, Julie Lavictoire, Membership Clerk, Mark Hockley, Service Officer and Luc Paquette, Service Officer. The Chairperson introduced the guests who were present; i.e., Sister Robyn Benson, National President, PSAC Sister Bonnie Bates, Political Assistant to the National President, PSAC Brother Tony Tilley, former Co-National President, UHEW The Chairperson officially called to order the Inaugural National Convention of the Union of Health and Environment Workers at 9:54 a.m. The Convention observed one minute of silence for those members who had passed away during the three-year interval between Conventions. Brother Ralph Armstrong (70008) Sister Nasreen Bhimani (70742) Brother Keith Clifford (00709) Sister Kim Dickenson (60067) Sister Donna Dolan (70008) Brother Ron Dugas (Former Executive Secretary) Sister Kathryn Faulkner (00144) Brother Jean-Marc Fortin (70742) Brother Todd Gillis (00144) Brother Harry Hicks (90002) Brother Barry Hubley (00046) Brother Tommy Korobanik (00023) Brother Ray O Brien (70008) Brother Darrell Markowsky (40013) Brother Dan McKenzie (80166) Sister Michelle Moores (90019) Brother Ian Seaton (20147) Brother Leon Slaney (90001) Sister Ivy Vandenbossche (50012) Brother Robert Vogrig (50012) The Harassment Statement was read to those in attendance by Sister Shimen Fayad, Vice- President, and all were advised that Sister Denise Thompson, Chairperson, Host Committee and Brother Daryl Hoelke, Executive Assistant, have been identified as the Harassment Coordinators. The Scent Policy was read by Sister Shimen Fayad, National Vice-President.

3 -3- The Chairperson of the Credentials Committee requested to provide her report as a later time as her Committee was tallying the final numbers. The Convention Chairperson proceeded to explain the tablets provided to all Delegates and Observers and the process of a paperless Convention. He also provided administrative information as well as convention etiquette. Introduction of the Nominations Committee The members of the Nominations Committee were introduced to the Convention; i.e., Sister Faye Kingyens, Chairperson and Regional Vice-President, Manitoba Sister Elizabeth Lewis, Member, Local Sister Sheilagh Hanson, Member, Local The nominations process and deadlines are explained and provided to the delegates. Introduction of the Credentials Committee The members of the Credentials Committee were introduced to the Convention; i.e., Sister Elaine Alt, Chairperson and RVP, Alberta, B.C./Yukon Sister Isabelle Forest, Member, Local Brother Donald Racette, Member, Local Report of the Credentials Committee Motion: m/ s Alt/Forest That the Report of the Credentials Committee be adopted. Number of Delegates Registered 118 Number of Delegates Present 117 Number of Observers Registered 33 Number of Observers Present 33 Number of Guests Registered 3 Number of Guests Present 3

4 -4- Procedural Motions Hours of Sitting Motion: m/s Fayad/Irwin Rules of Order That the Hours of Sitting set out in the Convention Agenda as presented in the tablet be adopted (Appendix B). Motion: m/s Sullivan/Lundstrom That the Rules of Order as presented in the tablet be adopted (Appendix E). Ratification of Elections Procedures Motion: m/s Oliphant/Alt That the Elections Procedure for Delegates to the PSAC 2018 Convention as presented in the tablet be adopted (Appendix F). Ratification of Appointments to Convention Committees Motion: m/s Grunert/Schlosser That the appointment of all Co-Chairpersons and members to the Convention Committees as presented in the tablet be ratified (Appendix G). Referral of Resolutions/Supplementary Resolutions to Convention Committees Motion: m/s Kingyens/J. Powers That the referral of resolutions to their respective Convention Committees as presented in the tablet be adopted.

5 -5- Procedural Motions (Cont d) Ratification of National Council Business Motion: m/s Lépine/Gauthier That the business conducted by the National Council between Conventions be ratified. Adoption of National Council members as automatic Delegates to PSAC Convention Motion: m/s Guimont/Maund Adoption of Agenda That the National Council members be automatic Delegates to the PSAC Convention. Motion: m/s Budden/Gilchrist That the Convention Agenda as presented in the tablet be adopted. Address of the National President, Public Service Alliance of Canada Sister Robyn Benson, National President, addressed the Convention and spoke on a number of subjects including but not limited to the following; i.e., Congratulations on tenacious work of Brothers Todd Panas and Tony Tilley on the merger of UHEW a powerful and forward-thinking Component; Special recognition to Brother Tilley for his help and wisdom over the years; Unions must remain united in order to fight for the members whether different National Unions or within PSAC (Local, Regional, Component, multiple Committees); Keeping Liberal Government accountable regarding unkept promises, i.e.; Bill C-27, child care; Ongoing Phoenix issues; Mental Health issues finally being recognized and addressed by employer; We must encourage Locals to solicit more stewards and provide more training for Local executives; We must return to the basics more face-to-face discussion.

6 -4- Sister Shimen Fayad, National Vice-President, assume the Chair. The Convention Chairperson, Brother Todd Panas, addressed the delegates, observers and guests and presented his report to Convention. Report of the National President Motion: m/s Panas/Grunert That the Report of the National President as contained in the tablet be adopted. (Appendix H). Brother Todd Panas, National President re-assumed the Chair. The Convention adjourned for lunch at 12:15 p.m. and reconvened at 1:45 p.m. with Brother Todd Panas, National President, in the Chair. Reports of the National Vice-Presidents Motion: m/s Irwin/Gauthier That the reports of both National Vice-Presidents as contained in the tablet be adopted (Appendix I). Report of the Credentials Committee Motion: m/ s Alt/Racette That the Report of the Credentials Committee be adopted. Number of Delegates Registered 118 Number of Observers Registered 33 Number of Guests Registered 3 Number of Guests Present 2

7 REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE -7- Members of the Finance Committee were introduced to the Convention. Sister Shimen Fayad, National Vice-President, Committee Co-Chairperson Brother Jeff Irwin, National Vice-President, Committee Co-Chairperson Brother Richard May, Local Brother Larry Schlosser, RVP- Saskatchewan Sister Elizabeth Oliphant, RVP- B.C./Yukon Sister Jayne Powers, RVP- National Capital Region Sister Lois Palmer, Local Brother Benoît Thibault, Local Brother Robert Ellis, RVP- Scotia-Fundy Sister Carole Dostie, Local Brother Robert Chafe, Local Resolution No. 1 Motion: m/s Fayad/Irwin Resolution No. 7 The Committee recommends concurrence in Finance Resolution No. 1 (Budget). Motion: m/s Fayad/Irwin The Committee recommends concurrence in Finance Resolution No. 7 which reads as follows, i.e.; Be it resolved that UHEW implements a subsidy of $1500 per Local, based over three years, as part of a Local Assistance subsidy to encourage members to attend union events and training. Motion: m/s Lennox/Doyle-LeBlanc That the Resolution be referred back to the Committee with instructions to increase the subsidy to $3000.

8 -8- REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 13 Motion: m/s Fayad/Irwin The Committee recommends concurrence in Finance Resolution No. 13 which reads as follows, i.e.; Be it resolved a regulation be developed giving the RVP the financial ability to take each local executive out for a meal once a calendar year. Motion: m/s Van Heusden/Levangie-Connor Carried Main Motion: Carried That the question be called. The Chairperson requested adoption of the Finance Committee Report. Point of order: Brother Mark Power, Local 90001, informed that a vote cannot be conducted as there has been a referral and recommendations of non-concurrence that could possibly be dealt with. Ruling of the Chair: Point well taken. Point of privilege: Sister Faye Kingyens, RVP-Manitoba, questioned a statement made by the Chair of the Committee where it was stated that the cost of travel was included in the amount when in fact it is not. Response from Chair of the Committee: The Resolution only stated the cost of the dinner. REPORT OF THE BY-LAWS COMMITTEE Members of the Bylaws Committee were introduced to the Convention. Brother Steve Maund, RVP-New-Brunswick/Prince-Edward Island, Co-Chairperson Brother Michel Lépine, RVP-National Capital Region, Co-Chairperson Sister Elaine Alt, RVP-Alberta, B.C./Yukon Brother Marc Blanchard, Local Sister Rubin Kooner, Regional HR Representative, National Capital Region Sister Diane Girouard, Local 70008

9 -9- REPORT OF THE BY-LAWS COMMITTEE (Cont d) Brother Daniel H Gauthier, RVP-Quebec Sister Rita Lemick, Alternate RVP-Ontario Sister Jacqueline Gabon, Local Sister Faye Kingyens, RVP-Manitoba Sister Sheilagh Hanson, Local Resolution No. 17 Resolution No. 39 The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 17 which reads as follows, i.e.; The UHEW Draft By-Laws to be amended to ensure consistency with the Canadian Human Right Act. Specifically, Section 5, Sub-section 4b) be amended to use the language of the Act which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 39 which Be it resolved pursuant to By-Law Section 15, create sub-section 3 to read as follows: The National Director for Regulatory Enforcement position will be appointed by the National President as required and subject to any limitations which may be imposed by the National Council. Motion to refer: Brother Michael Ballard moved a motion to ensure that a Committee of representatives from each body of enforcement could be struck to council the Director or Regulatory Enforcement. Ruling of the Chair: Motion to refer is ruled out of order as it changes the intent of the resolution. Main Motion: Carried

10 -10- REPORT OF THE BY-LAWS COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 36 The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 36 which Be it resolved that during the next three-year cycle, UHEW consult our members at the regional conferences, National Presidents Conference, and local meetings on a new delegate entitlement; and Be it further resolved that the Council develop and approve from this consultation a delegate entitlement for delegates to attend the 2020 National Convention; and Be it further resolved that this delegate entitlement formula be promulgated at the Convention in Motion: m/s Bucknell/Mayer Lost. Main Motion: Resolution No. 30 That the resolution be divided the first Be it resolved to be dealt with separately from the other two. The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 30 which Be it resolved that Section 9, Sub-section 6 be divided into 3 parts and reworded as follows (note changes are underlined):

11 -11- REPORT OF THE BY-LAWS COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 36 (Cont d) a. A local shall have the right to have meetings as outlined in its own By- Laws and shall be responsible for all costs involved in such meetings. Each Local shall hold a regular annual membership meeting for the purpose of receiving annual reports from its officers, consideration of such business as may be required by its By-Laws and the election of officers as required by these By-Laws. Each Local shall elect not less than 3 officers who shall be President, Vice President and Treasurer or Secretary-Treasurer to conduct its affairs. Such officers shall be elected annually at a general membership meeting of the Local and their duties shall be consistent with the By-Laws. Notwithstanding the above requirement, Local officers may be elected up to a threeyear period if such a provision is included in the By-Laws of the Local. b. When a local officer will be vacant from their position for 4 months or greater they must resign their position. (Note: The local can subsequently reappoint if they return) c. Annual general meetings shall be scheduled from October through March. All financial reports are due to the National Office no later than April 1. (Note: This scheduling window can be revisited after one 3-year term to determine if it should be altered.) Motion: m/s Morgan/ Van Heusden That the resolution be referred back to the Committee in order to have it amended to include all scenarios and factors and to consider all aspects for all Locals. Ruling of the Chair: The referral is ruled out of order as there is no clear concise direction given to the Committee Motion: m/s Morgan/Van Heusden Lost. Main Motion: That the resolution be referred back to the Committee in order to have it amended to include that when the elected office of Local President is vacated that the Local Vice-President assume the position of Local President for the rest of the term.

12 -12- REPORT OF THE BY-LAWS COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 18 Resolution No. 27 The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 18 which reads as follows: i.e., Be it resolved that the following wording be amended in Section 5, Sub-Section 4, Point D to read as follows; d) Subject to any qualifications stipulated elsewhere in these By-Laws, PSAC constitution, Local, or Area Council By-Laws, to be nominated for & hold office in only one local or component of the PSAC at any given time. The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 27 which Be it resolved that Section 8 subsection 3 (s) be amended as follows: provide representation, or request the alternate RVP or Local to provide representation when required and approved by the National President, for second level grievances within their region, and transmit the grievances and grievance information to third level when required (Sister Sheilagh Hanson wished to be recorded as voting against the Committee s recommendation) Motion: m/s Boudreau/Hanson That the resolution be referred back to the Committee with instruction to remove the wording and approved by the National President.

13 -13- REPORT OF THE BY-LAWS COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 27 (Cont d) Motion: m/s Boudreau/Power That a standing vote be conducted. Referral: Lost (In favour: 39; Against: 55) Motion: m/s Van Heusden/Gilchrist Carried Main Motion: Carried Special Presentation That the question be called. The first UHEW Life Membership is presented to Brother Tony Tilley, retired UHEW National Co-President. After a short video, Brother Tilley addressed the Convention and reminisced about his 41 years as a Union activist. The Convention adjourned at 5:00 p.m. August 22, The Convention was called to order at 8:35 a.m., August 23, 2017 with Brother Todd Panas, National President, in the Chair. Point of privilege: Brother Dan Grunert, RVP-Prairie and Northern, would like to inform the PSAC This is how a Convention is opended! following a spirited performance by First Nation drummer Sue Pewean. Report of the Credentials Committee Motion: m/ s Alt/Forest That the Report of the Credentials Committee be adopted. Number of Delegates Registered 118 Number of Observers Registered 33

14 -14- Report of the Credentials Committee (Cont d) Number of Guests Registered 3 Number of Guests Present 2 REPORT OF THE BY-LAWS COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 19 Resolution No. 20 The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 19 which Be it resolved that all references to the Executive Assistant being included as a member of the ad hoc Advisory Committee be removed from Section 7, Sub-Section 3. Resolution No. 16 The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 20 which Be it resolved that all references to the Executive Assistant being a member of the Standing Finance Committee be removed from Section 7, Sub-Section 4. The Committee recommends concurrence in Finance Resolution No. 16 which Be it resolved for the sake of simplicity of reference, the document titled UHEW By-Laws be amended to change the wording Section as the title for each separate By-Law to the words By-Law; ergo: Section 1 would become By-Law 1 and so forth and in turn, the title sub-section should become section.

15 -15- REPORT OF THE BY-LAWS COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 22 Resolution No. 24 The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 22 which Be it resolved that Section 8, Sub-Section 2 d) be amended as follows; d) Coordinate the orientation & training activities for newly elected council members. Resolution No. 25 The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 24 which Be it resolved that Section 8, Sub-Section 3 d) be amended as follows: d) If available, attend all sessions of one Labour Federation Convention relevant to their region. The Council member is also responsible for coordinating registration and other arrangements with the National Office; attend all sessions of other meetings as requested or approved by the National President. The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 25 which Be it resolved that Section 8, Sub-Section 3 l) be amended by removing the words Area Council

16 -16- REPORT OF THE BY-LAWS COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 26 Resolution No. 29 The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 26 which Be it resolved that Section 8, Sub-Section 3 p) be amended as follows: p) Attend & assist locals to hold AGM, prepare financial statements, and revise Local By-Laws if requested. Resolution No. 32 The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 29 which Be it resolved that Section 8 Sub-Section 3 t) be amended as follows: t) if available, attend all sessions of the CLC convention. The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 32 which Be it resolved that the wording for section 9, sub-section 7, be changed as follows: A Local shall have the right to elect its own officers delegates and alternates to the forthcoming National Convention of this Component in accordance with delegate entitlement. Locals shall have the right to send observers to National Convention at Local expense. Observers shall not have the right to vote or participate in debate at National Conventions.

17 -17- REPORT OF THE BY-LAWS COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 33 The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 33 which Be it resolved that the wording for Section 9, sub-section 10 be changed as follows: Each Local will provide annually to the Component a detailed financial statement of receipts and expenditures within 90 days from when they were presented to the Local s Annual General Meeting. The financial statement shall be validated by 2 local members that are not members of the local executive. Notwithstanding the previous deadline, the financial statements are due to the National Office no later than April 1. In addition, Locals will provide the National Office lists of their elected officers and By-law changes within 30 days from the date of their Local AGM. Motion to refer: Brother Frederic Geoffrion Local 70008, moved a motion to refer the resolution to the Committee with instruction to change the word validated to audited. Point of order: Brother Greg Graham Local informed that using the word audited would have legal implications and that only professionals can audit financial statements, therefore would be a considerable cost to the Locals. Ruling of the Chair: With the indulgence of the Delegates, he asked if they would prefer the words review and validate. After a show of hands, the suggestion was lost. Motion: m/s Thompson/Gilmore Resolution No. 37 That the resolution be referred back to the Committee with instructions to change the word validated to audited. The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 37 which

18 -18- REPORT OF THE BY-LAWS COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 37 (Cont d) Resolution No. 38 Be it resolved that the wording in the first sentence in By-Law Section 14, Subsection 11, be altered to reflect the required financial and membership documents be submitted to the National Office as opposed to the National Council, and Be it further resolved that the wording in the seventh (7th) sentence of section 14, sub-section 11, be altered to rebates as opposed to rebate cheques. Resolution No. 40 The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 38 which Be it resolved that the following sentence be inserted in the text of Section 14, Sub-Section 11, to be added after The Component office shall send confirmation of receipt via These financial statements shall be reviewed annually by a component financial officer. The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 40 which Be it resolved that section 18 of the UHEW bylaws be repealed.

19 -19- REPORT OF THE BY-LAWS COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 41A The Committee divided Resolution 41 into 3 parts (each Be It Resolved), 41A, 41B and 41C. The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 41C which Be it further resolved that a regulation be developed outlining criteria for this award. Motion: m/s Power/Widger That the resolution be referred back to the Committee with instructions to add the words UHEW Voice Award. A motion to Put the question is presented by Sister Lisa Gosse Regional HR Representative, Newfoundland/Labrador. Point of Order: Brother Dan Grunert - RVP, Prairies and Northern, informed that he had been standing and waiting to speak to the Motion of referral and should be given the opportunity to speak. Ruling of the Chair: Well taken. All delegates standing and waiting to speak on the motion will be given the opportunity. Motion to refer: Lost Main Motion: Resolution No. 42B The Committee divided Resolution 42 into 2 parts (each Be It Resolved), 42A and 42B. The Committee recommends concurrence in By-Laws Resolution No. 42B which Be it further resolved that a regulation be developed outlining criteria for a meritorious award.

20 -20- Point of privilege: Sister Cheryl Sullivan RVP, Ontario provides a summary of the symbolism of the Monarch Butterfly used as the Convention theme (rebirth and renewal / merger and new Component). She also urges attendees to visit the David Suzuki Foundation website on ways to help the butterflies therefore help our ecosystem. Point of privilege: Brother Marc Blanchard Local 60067, wished to recognize Sister Carla Carney Regional HR Representative, Scotia-Fundy, for her 30+ years as a union activist, as this will be her las Convention. Motion: m/s Ballard/May That Resolution No. 47, recommended as non-concurrence, be moved as first order of business in the afternoon. REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE Members of the General Committee were introduced to the Convention. Sister Karla Levangi-Connor, RVP-Atlantic, Co-Chairperson Sister Cheryl Sullivan, RVP-Ontario, Co-Chairperson Brother Todd Davies, Local Sister Melanie Trendocher, Local Brother Sylvain Guimont, RVP-Quebec Sister Jody Rowsell, Local Sister Jennifer Higdon, RVP-Newfoundland/Labrador Brother Mark Gilchrist, Local Debbie Corbitt, Local Kevin Lundstrom, RVP-Ontario Resolution No. 44 Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 44 which reads as follows: i.e., Be it resolved that delegates to the Triennial National Convention of the Public Service Alliance of Canada shall consist of the National Council. In the event the National Council member cannot attend, the elected alternate National Council member shall attend in their place,

21 -21- REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 44 (Cont d) Resolution No. 50 Be it further resolved additional delegates shall be elected from the floor at the Component Convention in accordance with the requirements of the Constitution of the Public Service Alliance of Canada. Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan Resolution No. 61 The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 50 which reads as follows: i.e., Be it resolved that the "Union of Health and Environment Workers" establish and maintain a National Human Rights representative who will participate as a member of the PSAC's National Human Rights Committee, and Be it further resolved that the National Human Rights representative be elected by the membership of the "Union of Health and Environment Workers" at the 2017 Convention. Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 61 which Be it resolved that UHEW utilize a level 3 grievance transmittal receipt and status recording tracking form, and Be further it resolved that UHEW provide confirmation of receipt of a level 3 grievance transmittal at UHEW National Office within 1 week of receipt, and

22 -22- REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 61 (Cont d) Resolution No. 62 Be it further resolved that this UHEW level 3 grievance transmittal recording and tracking mechanism clearly indicate the date of receipt by the National Component Office at Level 3 and be updated with the current open level 3 grievance hearing files and be provided at each UHEW inperson National Council Meeting to assist in monitoring completion. Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan Resolution No. 66 The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 62 which Be it resolved that UHEW utilize a level 3 grievance transmittal receipt and file secure storage and maintenance system which minimizes the chance of member grievance file loss and which records who signs out and is in possession of the papers files at any time and which has a scanned and secure electronic back-up system. Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 66 which The UHEW will update and/or increase online tools for the members. Various long term leaves, duty to accommodate, staffing complaint versus grievance and Pay Centre/Phoenix are ongoing questions that need national union answers.

23 -23- REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 66 (Cont d) Point of order: Brother Mark Power Local 90001, asked if the Sister had not closed debate since she spoke twice on the resolution. Ruling of the Chair: Not well taken. She had offered an answer to a question the first time she spoke. Main Motion: Lost Point of privilege: Brother Fred Oliff Local 00145, wished to let everyone know that there a table set up outside the Convention Hill by the Justice Fund where coffee was being sold in order to help the Guatemala, i.e.; build schools. Resolution No. 71 Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 71 which Resolution: The PSAC will support its membership by engaging a law firm to explore the possibility of a class action lawsuit against the Federal Government for failing to pay people accurately and on time. Carried (To be referred to the PSAC Triennial National Convention). Resolution No. 67 Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 67 which Be it resolved that PSAC cover all costs incurred by the Locals delegates, allowing them to recoup loss of salary, meals and incidentals, transport and hotels. Carried (To be referred to the PSAC Triennial National Convention).

24 -24- REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 68 Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 68 which Be it resolved that the PSAC provide funding in the Budget to facilitate for necessary staff training for National and Regional PSAC staff to understand the disability insurance system and be able to defend and appeal denials to our members, and Be it further resolved that any resources deemed necessary to adequately serve the members of the PSAC struggling to receive disability benefits be added from the same budget, and Be it further resolved that a member s disability section be established within PSAC to adequately service and support our members, and Be it further resolved that the funds for this new disability section, as well as the necessary training and resources necessary to adequately serve and support our members, are established under a new allocated transition fund, to be taken from unrestricted surplus of the PSAC. Carried unanimously (To be referred to the PSAC Triennial National Convention). Resolution No. 63 Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 63 which Be it resolved that UHEW play its part and reduce its carbon footprint to as little as possible, and Be it further resolved that all remaining carbon emissions be offset with a yearly purchase of domestic carbon offsets from a verifiable and certified organization.

25 -25- REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 60 Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan Resolution No. 59 The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 60 which Be it resolved that UHEW utilize a convention resolution recording and tracking mechanism which clearly indicates action deadlines for successfully passed resolutions and when these deadlines are completed, and Be it further resolved that this convention resolution recording and tracking mechanism which clearly indicates action deadlines for successful resolutions and when these deadlines are completed be updated and provided at each UHEW in-person National Council Meeting to assist in monitoring completion. The Committee moved to divide Resolution No. 59 into two (2) parts 59A and 59B. Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 59A which Be it resolved that UHEW develop and utilize a convention resolution receipt and recording tracking form, and Be it further resolved that all resolutions submitted to the UHEW National Office by the submission deadline from an approved submitting body be referenced in the Resolution Committee report provided at convention and their respective ruling or status.

26 -26- REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 59 (Cont d) Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan Resolution No. 58 The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 59B which Be it further resolved that confirmation of receipt of UHEW resolutions be given to the submitting body within 1 month of receipt by UHEW National Office. Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan Resolution No. 72 The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 58 which Be it resolved that an elected National UHEW Component Officer not interfere with or cause the cancellation of arranged PSAC officially sanctioned core training for a requesting UHEW local executive where PSAC was fully funding the course and member attendance and providing an experienced Regional Representative to run the training for the benefit of the local. Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 72 which Be it resolved that PSAC enhance and broaden the legal representation to members who are peace and police officers who use force under the Criminal Code of Canada or under another Act of Parliament in the course of their duties. Carried unanimously (To be referred to the PSAC Triennial National Convention).

27 -27- REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE (Cont d) Resolution No. 70 Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 70 which Resolution: The PSAC will remit all dues collected for Rands to the appropriate component and local once the individuals have signed a card and become a full member. (To be referred to the PSAC Triennial National Convention). Resolution No. 74 The Committee moved to divide Resolution No. 74 into two (2) parts 74A and 74B. Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 74A which BE IT RESOLVED that the social justice fund be refocused to fund domestic social justice issues in Canada. (To be referred to the PSAC Triennial National Convention). Point of privilege: Brother Michel Plamondon Local 10050, wished to recognize those members who sat on the negotiation tables and wished to thank them, on behalf of Local and all members, for their patience and their hard work. The Convention adjourned at 12:05 p.m. and reconvened at 1:35 p.m. with Brother Todd Panas, National President, in the Chair. Report of the Credentials Committee Motion: m/ s Alt/Forest That the Report of the Credentials Committee be adopted. Number of Delegates Registered 118

28 -28- Report of the Credentials Committee (Cont d) Carried Number of Observers Registered 33 Number of Guests Registered 4 Number of Guests Present 4 Maude Barlow, Canadian author and activist and co-founder of the Blue Planet Project, which works internationally for the human right to water, was introduced to the Convention attendees. Ms. Barlow proceeded to address all, explained the work of the Blue Planet Project and defined the 3 major problems that is creating our water crisis: mismanagement of our water, privatization of our water and deregulation. REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE (Cont d) Composite Resolution No. 47 Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan The Committee recommends non-concurrence in General Resolution No. 47 which Be it resolved that the "Union of Health and Environment Workers" establish and maintain a National Human Rights structure including a National Officer and Regional Representatives with funding at the level previously maintained by the former Union of Environment Workers, and Be it further resolved that the National Human Right Officer and Regional Representatives be elected by the membership of the "Union of Health and Environment Workers" at the 2017 Convention in Toronto. A motion to Put the question is presented by Sister Lisa Gosse Regional HR Representative, Newfoundland/Labrador. Point of Order: Sister Faye Kingyens - RVP, Manitoba, requested that all those standing should be given the opportunity to speak. Ruling of the Chair: Well taken. All delegates standing and waiting to speak on the motion will be given the opportunity.

29 -29- REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE (Cont d) Composite Resolution No. 47 (Cont d) Motion: m/s Kingyens/Widger That the resolution be referred back to the Committee and have them report back with the costing of the National Officer. Point of order: Brother Michael Lister Local 70712, mentioned that the Delegates had already voted in favour for a National HR Officer. Ruling of the Chair: Point not well taken. The Delegates voted in favour for a National Human Rights Representative to the PSAC Committee. Motion to refer: Resolution No. 69 Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan Lost. The Committee recommends concurrence in General Resolution No. 69 which Be it resolved that section 17, subsection 1 be amended from every three years to every 4 years, and Be it further resolved that all references of triennial convention be amended to quadrennial convention in the PSAC Constitution, and Be it further resolved that this amendment take effect nationally at PSAC in the 2021 PSAC national convention. (Sister Jennifer Higdon wished to be recorded as voting against the Committee s recommendation) Point of privilege: Sister Jennifer Higdon RVP, Newfoundland/Labrador, wished to clarify that the Committee did not vote non-concurrence on Composite Resolution No. 47 because they are against a Human Rights structure - We are all on the same side, we are here to fight for Human Rights ; the Committee voted non-concurrence because of the wording within the Resolution.

30 -30- REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE (Cont d) Composite Resolution No. 47 (Cont d) The Committee provided the costing as requested: $0.15 p/m/m. They also wished to make a friendly amendment from National Officer to National Representative. The referral was lost as it was not unanimous. Motion: m/s Ballard/Van Heusden That Composite Resolution 47 be divided into Composite Resolution 47A and Composite Resolution 47B. Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan The Committee recommends non-concurrence in General Resolution No. 47A which Be it resolved that the "Union of Health and Environment Workers" establish and maintain a National Human Rights structure including a National Officer and Regional Representatives with funding at the level previously maintained by the former Union of Environment Workers. Motion: m/s Irwin/Grunert That the Resolution be tabled. Point of privilege: Brother Mark Power Local 90001, requested that the Chair explain to the new delegates what entails when a resolution/motion is tabled. Chair of the Convention: Brother Todd Panas provided the definition of tabling a resolution/motion. Motion to table: Motion: m/s Levangie-Connor/Sullivan The Committee recommends non-concurrence in General Resolution No. 47B which

31 -31- REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE (Cont d) Composite Resolution No. 47 (Cont d) Be it further resolved that the National Human Right Officer and Regional Representatives be elected by the membership of the "Union of Health and Environment Workers" at the 2017 Convention in Toronto. Motion: m/s Grunert/Irwin That the Resolution be tabled. The Convention adjourned at 4:05 p.m. August 23, The Convention was called to order at 9:05 a.m., August 24, 2017 with Brother Todd Panas, National President, in the Chair. Point of privilege: Sister Irène Bérubé Local 30703, requested that a tally of all Resolutions that were adopted which had a cost be presented. Point of privilege: Sister Cheryl Sullivan RVP, Ontario, wished to thank the very energetic band United Soul Nation. Point of privilege: Brother Michael Ballard National Human Rights Representative, informed the Delegates that there were envelopes containing $1.80 which equals the increase in dues for a year for the Human Rights structure. He graciously paid the first year for them. Point of privilege: Sister Kristen Thompson Local 00709, wished to thank Sister Cheryl Sullivan, RVP-Ontario and the Host Committee for their wonderful work at Convention. Brother Todd Panas, National President, wished to thank Sister Maryse Veilleux Local for her dance in honour of Brother Tony Tilley. He also thanked the photographer Kim Irwin for all the great pictures, some of them being already being shone on the front projectors. Report of the Credentials Committee Motion: m/ s Alt/Recette That the Report of the Credentials Committee be adopted.

32 -32- Report of the Credentials Committee (Cont d) Elections Number of Delegates Registered 118 Number of Observers Registered 33 Number of Guests Registered 4 The Elections Chairperson, Sister Sharon DeSousa, Regional Executive Vice-President - Ontario, is presented. The Elections Chairperson proceeded to explain to the delegates the electronic voting process and the procedure to be followed in the election of the National President; National Vice-President; Fifteen Regional Vice-Presidents and their alternates in Caucus; Point of privilege: Sister Kristen Thompson Local 00709, requested another test in order to see a full 100% vote. Elections Chairperson: The Chairperson informed that another test could be conducted but delegates cannot be forced to vote. The Elections Chairperson completed her explanation of the procedure to be followed for the election of the National H.R. Representative; and Delegates/Alternates to the PSAC Triennial National Convention. Point of privilege: Brother Mark Power Local 90001, is wanting to ensure that those running the caucus elections will be able to vote during their own caucuses. Point of privilege: Sister Faye Kingyens RVP, Manitoba, informed that where more than one region is using the same caucus room, the RVP from one former Component region will run the election for the other former Component region. The Elections Chairperson declared all positions vacant.

33 -33- Elections (Cont d) For the office of National President of the Union of Environment Workers, the Elections Chairperson reported the receipt of the following nominations; i.e., Brother Frederic Geoffrion: Nominator - Sister Miriam Irwin Seconder - Brother James Goyette Sister Marie-Josée Boudreau: Nominator - Sister Louise Sicard Seconder - Brother Frederic Geoffrion Brother Todd Panas : Nominator - Sister Shimen Fayad Seconder - Sister Cheryl Sullivan Results of the 1 st Ballot Brother Todd Panas Sister Marie-Josée Boudreau - 6 Brother Frederic Geoffrion - 5 Brother Todd Panas was declared elected to the position of National President of the Union of Health and Environment Workers. For the office of National Vice-President of the Union of Environment Workers, the Elections Chairperson reported the receipt of the following nominations; i.e., Sister Shimen Fayad : Nominator - Brother Todd Panas Seconder - Sister Karla Levangie-Connor Brother Frederic Geoffrion: Nominator - Sister Miriam Irwin Seconder - Brother James Goyette Results of the 1 st Ballot Sister Shimen Fayad Brother Frederic Geoffrion - 13 Sister Shimen Fayad was declared elected to the position of National Vice-President of the Union of Health and Environment Workers. Delegates are sent to their Regional Caucuses in order to elect their Regional Vice-Presidents and their alternates.

34 -34- Point of privilege: Brother Michael Ballard Local 20147, urged those wanting to return the money envelope to donate it instead to the Clean Water Program. The Convention adjourned at 12:05 p.m. and reconvened at 1:35 p.m. with Sister Sharon DeSousa, Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario, in the Chair. Report of the Credentials Committee Motion: m/ s Alt/Recette Elections (Cont d) That the Report of the Credentials Committee be adopted. Number of Delegates Registered 118 Number of Observers Registered 33 Number of Guests Registered 4 For the office of National Human Rights Representative of the Union of Environment Workers, the Elections Chairperson reported the receipt of the following nominations; i.e., Sister Marie-Josée Boudreau : Nominator - Brother Michael Lister Seconder - Sister Rubin Kooner Brother Michael Ballard : Nominator - Sister Lisa Gosse Seconder - Brother Gholam Alaie Sister Paige Gilmore : Nominator - Sister Cheryl Sullivan Seconder - Sister Kristen Thompson Sister Elaine Lawrence : Nominator - Sister Faye Kingyens Seconder - Sister Sheilagh Hanson Results of the 1 st Ballot Sister Marie-Josée Boudreau - 37 Brother Michael Ballard - 44 Sister Paige Gilmore - 26 Sister Elaine Lawrence - 6

35 -35- Elections (Cont d) As per UHEW By-Law 13, Section 2, since none of the candidates received a clear majority, another will be conducted and the candidate with the least votes is eliminated from the next ballot. Results of the 2 nd Ballot Sister Marie-Josée Boudreau - 44 Brother Michael Ballard - 46 Sister Paige Gilmore - 23 Another vote is needed as none of the candidates received a clear majority. Results of the 3 rd Ballot Sister Marie-Josée Boudreau - 58 Brother Michael Ballard - 55 Sister Marie-Josée Boudreau was declared elected to the position of National Human Rights Representative of the Union of Health and Environment Workers. Election of Regional Vice-Presidents and Alternate Regional Vice-Presidents Newfoundland/Labrador Region The Elections Chairperson reported the election of Brother Robert Chafe as the Regional Vice- President, Newfoundland/Labrador Region, and the election of Sister Jennifer Higdon as the Alternate Regional Vice-President. N.B./P.E.I. Region The Elections Chairperson reported the election of Brother Steven Maund as the Regional Vice- President, N.B./P.E.I. Region, and the election of Brother Todd Davies as the Alternate Regional Vice-President. Scotia-Fundy Region The Elections Chairperson reported the election of Brother Marc Blanchard as the Regional Vice- President, Scotia-Fundy Region, and the election of Brother Scott Mossman as the Alternate Regional Vice-President.

36 -36- Elections (Cont d) Point of privilege: Brother Frederic Geoffrion Local 70008, requested that those who were elected to stand up when named. Atlantic Region The Elections Chairperson reported the election of Sister Karla Levangie-Connor as the Regional Vice-President, Atlantic Region, and the election of Brother Brandon Thorne as the Alternate Regional Vice-President. Quebec Region The Elections Chairperson reported the election of Sister Maryse Veilleux as the Regional Vice- President, Quebec Region. Quebec Region The Elections Chairperson reported the election of Brother Benoît Thibault as the Regional Vice- President, Quebec Region, and the election of Sister Sylvie A Denis as the Alternate Regional Vice-President. National Capital Region The Elections Chairperson reported the election of Brother Michel Lépine as the Regional Vice- President, National Capital Region, and the election of Sister Diane Girouard as the Alternate Regional Vice-President. National Capital Region The Elections Chairperson reported the election of Sister Jayne Powers as the Regional Vice- President, National Capital Region, and the election of Sister Rubin Kooner as the Alternate Regional Vice-President. Ontario Region The Elections Chairperson reported the election of Brother Kevin Lundstrom as the Regional Vice-President, Ontario Region, and the election of Sister Rita Lemick as the Alternate Regional Vice-President Ontario Region The Elections Chairperson reported the election of Sister Cheryl Sullivan as the Regional Vice- President, Ontario Region, and the election of Sister Jacqueline Gabon as the Alternate Regional Vice-President.

37 -37- Elections (Cont d) Prairie and Northern Region The Elections Chairperson reported the election of Brother Mark Gilchrist as the Regional Vice- President, Prairie and Northern Region, and the election of Sister Elizabeth Lewis as the Alternate Regional Vice-President. Manitoba Region The Elections Chairperson reported the election of Sister Faye Kingyens as the Regional Vice- President, Manitoba Region, and the election of Sister Sheilagh Hanson as the Alternate Regional Vice-President. Saskatchewan Region The Elections Chairperson reported the election of Brother Larry Schlosser as the Regional Vice- President, Saskatchewan Region, and the election of Sister Lisa Larocque as the Alternate Regional Vice-President. Alberta, B.C./Yukon Region The Elections Chairperson reported the election of Sister Darlene Lewis as the Regional Vice- President, Alberta, B.C./Yukon Region, and the election of Sister Jasmine MacIver as the Alternate Regional Vice-President. B.C./Yukon Region The Elections Chairperson reported the election of Brother Richard May as the Regional Vice- President, B.C./Yukon Region, and the election of Sister Linda Moen as the Alternate Regional Vice-President. Point of privilege: Sister Carla Carney Local 60067, wished to recognized Brother Robert Bob Ellis, former RVP Scotia-Fundy, how much the Region is proud of him and thankful for all he has done over the years. Point of privilege: Sister Rubin Kooner Local 70712, wished to acknowledge Brother Michael Ballard, former National Human Rights Representative for all his work as a National HR Representative and requested that all former Regional HR Representatives stand up to be recognized. The Elections Chairperson advised that there still elections to be conducted and should proceed with these before requesting recognitions at the microphone.