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The UCCE Bargaining Unit Advantage

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 What We Offer

1. An established, existing Collective Agreement
2. An established bargaining unit and agency
3. The collective power, solidarity and strength of 3000 members
4. Visible protection and enforcement; an extensive, established Steward’s network
5. Collective Agreement security and protection:

-         Grievance procedure to address unfair and unreasonable treatment, unresolved disputes, and/or violations;

-         Salary schedules, negotiated wage increases;

-         Hours of work templates/guaranteed minimum hours of work;

-         Seniority recognition and protection;

-         Paid vacation, structure, application rules;

-         Pensions;

-         Illness benefits;

-         Health care benefits

6. Historical background of the co-operative workplace; a proven track record
7. Experienced, knowledgeable, expert resources
8. Five (5) fulltime UCCE Executive in the office to service your workplace needs, concerns and issues
9. A true, independent voice, a unified voice in the workplace

An Understanding of Your Issues

-         Wage rollbacks/no wage increases

-         Equitable wage rates/pay grid

-         No rest breaks/lunch periods

-         Inadequate safety and security

-         Lack of fair representation

-         Performance appraisals

-         Job descriptions

-         Job turnover

-         Increasing workload