Hello everyone,

 

due to unforeseen circumstances my previous petition was deleted. I suspect National, along with their legal department had something to do with it. 
I have had to start a new one. And keep it vague as to the identity of these members, to prevent this from getting taken down as well. 
I have reached out to change.org to inquire about the previous petition. But as there is only a 30 day limit to submit a review of decision; I have opted to start a new one - so I apologize for any of those of you that already signed.

for many of us ; there have been negative impacts caused by these members. I have personally made several in the last few years; and I’m sure others have too. 
strangely these members come out unscathed by the accusations against them. 
More and more they are protected and continue to take this union and its members, in contempt. 

Once again they have tried to silence these members who were in this petition, but the members are the highest authority in this union and won’t be ignored for a select few. 

If anyone needs any further information feel free to contact me ; and reach out. If you have questions. 

But just in the contract negotiations and ratifications this is how many violations they had done.

 

Under the Constitution

 

Article 3

 

To guarantee that every member receives equal treatment under the Constitution

To guarantee accountability and transparency in our decision making and our actions

To ensure that our union belongs to its members, is driven by their common objectives and provides ample opportunities for democratic participation. 

 

Article 4: Code of Conduct

 

4.1 - Unifor, its Officers, Directors, Staff and members shall be bound by the highest possible standards of ethics, democratic practice and personal conduct

4.2 - …All decisions affecting the welfare of the members, their collective agreements and other terms and conditions of employment should be made through the bodies set out in the constitution in a manner allowing the fullest possible participation of members.

4.5 - in all proceedings of the union, the constitution and all bylaws, rules or procedures will be applied consistently, reasonably and with fairness

4.7 - No corruption, discrimination, or anti-democratic behaviour can be permitted

4.10 - The affairs of the union shall not be conducted in any manner which results in personal profit or advantage to any officer, member of the executive board, bargaining committee or representative of the union, whether elected or appointed

4.19 - the ethical and democratic practices in this code must be well understood and enforced by the union at all levels. Even the appearance of any violation of these standards can be the basis for investigation under the constitution. 

5.4 - Members have the right to fair and reasonable consideration of their individual interests and concerns when collective decisions are made. Members have the right to a review of any decision which they believe adversely affects them, as set out in this Constitution. 

 

Article 8 : Responsibilities of National Officers

 

8A.3 - The president must act in conformity with the constitution

 

Article 17: Collective Bargaining

 

A.2 - Local Unions and Bargaining committees shall be kept informed of all bargaining

A.5 - Where a number of locals or bargaining units are involved in a bargaining group, rules and ratification procedures shall be determined in advance and approved by the membership of the Local Unions

 

Unifor 4000 Bylaws

 

Article 3 - Duties of Officers, Committees, and Staff

 

3.1.01 - All Officers, Representatives and Committeespersons of National Council 4000 and it’s five regional Local Unions have the duty and obligation to support, advance and carry out all provisions of the National Union’s Constitution and Policies, and the National Council and Regional Local’s Bylaws and Policies, which should remain consistent with policies of the National Union.

3.4.05 - Establishes and maintains a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity, and teamwork with all Locals under their jurisdiction

3.4.06 - Visit workplaces where national council 4000 members are employed and monitoring working conditions and identifying other industrial relations issues.

3.4.07 - Regional Representatives must provide a written report at Local meetings, and demonstrate skills in effective, clear, and persuasive oral and written communication.

6.5.02 - Every effort will be made by members to maintain costs of travel to a minimum. Where possible, travel will be undertaken on VIA Rail, or, whenever possible, by using unionized transportation by air or bus.

 

 

this is not something the National can bury their head about and ignore; especially some of the more blatant, obvious transgressions, and I hope you’ll stand with me in saying that the union this membership wants is not what they are getting. 
And these members do not want to support that at all