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Local 500 shop stewards pose for picture following
orientation session held on May 12, 2011

May 13, 2011

Thirteen Local 500 Stewards Attend Orientation Session

On May 12, thirteen stewards from Local 500 attended a shop steward orientation session held at the Union Centre. The steward orientation is a brief introduction to the job of a union steward and to the structure of our Local.

Shop stewards are the key to making the union strong. They work with members to help solve problems, and with the employer to make sure your contract is followed. They are also a key source of information about important workplace issues and developments.

In order to assist our Shop Stewards in performing their function more effectively, CUPE Local 500 offers a Steward Orientation and Introduction to Stewarding Course.

Are you interested in becoming a Steward?

If you are interested in becoming a shop steward, you should contact a member of your unit executive or the Local 500 office at 942-1001or complete the 'get active' form on our website and register today.