What is the role of a union steward?

The union steward will be the liaison between the membership and your CUPE 5555 executive. They shall represent all union members fairly, equally and without prejudice to the best of their ability.

The union steward should be familiarized with the Collective Agreement to the best of his/her ability. If in doubt regarding its content, the Union Steward should always request assistance from another union steward and/or executive committee member.

You should never enter a meeting with management regarding work performance without a Steward present

Please contact a steward when representation is needed……it is your right!