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Greetings HSAS Members! It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to Convention 2019, the 47th Annual Convention of HSAS. We should be proud of the accomplishments of the past year. With diligence, a great deal of work was undertaken by our staff, Executive Council and Committee members. Take time to review the reports contained within this Convention booklet and the activities of your Union this past year. I encourage you all to participate at this Convention fully, and with pride! In solidarity, Karen Wasylenko HSAS President
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ANNUAL CONVENTION book table of contents 2019 2019 ANNUAL CONVENTION AGENDA
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2019 CONVENTION SPEAKERS & TOPICS
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2019 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AGENDA
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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING PROCEDURES
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HSAS RESOLUTIONS
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CONSTITUTION & BYLAWS REFERENCE ARTICLES 2018 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING MINUTES
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THE HSAS MEMBERSHIP
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HSAS PROFESSION GROUPS
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HSAS REPORTS TO CONVENTION
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HSAS EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
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HSAS EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
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HSAS BOARD OF GOVERNORS
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2018 Annual HSAS Convention Delegates, Executive Council, Staff and Registered Guests.
Photo credit: Cindy Moleski
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ANNUAL CONVENTION event agenda 2019 October 24, 2019 11:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m.
Open Registration for Delegates and Non-Delegates
12:00 - 12:50 p.m. Lunch 12:50 - 1:00 p.m.
Convention Welcome
1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Fatigue Science
Mike Harnett
President, Solaris Fatigue Management
Refreshment Break
2:30 - 3:00 p.m.
3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Personal Cybersecurity
Joshua Crumbaugh
Cybersecurity Expert and Hacker
HSAS Members’ Social & Reception
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
October 25, 2019 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast Buffet
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Annual General Meeting
10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Refreshment Break
11:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m.
Labour Relations Update
Kier Vallance
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Legal Counsel, Bainbridge Jodouin Cheecham
Lunch
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Members’ Forum
2:30 p.m.
Adjournment
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ANNUAL CONVENTION speakers & topics 2019
I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead Mike Harnett
President, Solaris Fatigue Management & Director of Operations for WorkSMART Ergonomics
Twice you've dozed off at the wheel, only to wake up as you're entering the ditch. You manage only 6 hours of sleep, if you're lucky. You have the energy of a slug, you're arguing more and more with your family, and there's a small nuclear reaction bubbling up in your stomach again. It never used to be this bad... what's going on? When our body and mind are out of balance, chaos ensues and results in damaging fatigue. Come and hear the latest advances in fatigue science and what you can do to put your world back in balance and regain your sanity. Mike Harnett specializes in optimizing worker health, safety and performance. She has over 25 years of experience consulting with various government agencies including NASA, the Canadian Standards Association, and Transportation Safety Boards in both the US and Canada. She has assisted with both ergonomic and fatigue management program development for a variety of organizations including nuclear, airline, oil & gas, municipal, health care, first responder, and film & entertainment industries. With a background in human factors and sleep neurobiology, Ms. Hartnett is recognized for her ability to take complex subjects and deliver their content in a simplified and innovative manner for all to understand. An award-winning speaker, she is known for her sense of humor and is an internationally sought-after presenter and educator.
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Personal Cybersecurity Joshua Crumbaugh
Cybersecurity Expert & Chief Hacker, PeopleSec
Joshua Crumbaugh is one of the world’s leading security awareness experts and internationally renowned cybersecurity speaker. He is the developer of the Human Security Assurance Maturity Model (HumanSAMM) and Chief Hacker at PeopleSec. He is also an expert social engineer who has talked his way into bank vaults, Fortune 500 data centers, corporate offices, restricted areas of casinos and more. Mr. Crumbaugh’s presentation will review a series of real-life stories about cybercriminals and online predators as well as lessons learned and what could have been done to avoid these scenarios in the first place. The internet is an amazing resource, but just like driving a car, it can be very dangerous without appropriate precautions. Attendees will also learn non-technical and simple ways to protect themselves against cyber attacks.
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2019 Annual General Meeti ng during the
47th HSAS Annual Conventi on Friday, October 25, 2019 Delta Hotels by Marriott Regina Regina, SK
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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING agenda 2019 1.
Call to Order and Introductory Remarks
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Credentials Report
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Appointment of Scrutineers
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Meeting Procedures
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Adoption of Agenda
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Adoption of the October 26, 2018 Annual General Meeting Minutes
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President’s Annual Report
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Executive Director’s Annual Report
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Finance a. Presentation of Audited Financial Statements b. Appointment of Auditor for 2019-2020 fiscal year
10. Committee Reports (Written Reports) a. Annual Convention b. Communications c. Governance d. Finance: Awards, Charitable Donations, Professional Contributions, Education Fund, Scholarships, Emergency Fund e. Grievance f. Member Engagement g. Negotiating h. Occupational Health and Safety 11. Resolutions 12. Executive Council Seat Elections Results 13. Adjournment
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MEETING PROCEDURES for the annual general meeting General Rules 1. Once recognized by the Chair, delegates wishing to speak shall state their name and Union Region. 2. Debate or comments shall be limited to two minutes for each speaker. A speaker shall not speak more than once on the same question unless everyone who wishes to has spoken. No member may speak more than two times on any one motion. 3. Only one speaker speaks at a time. 4. Debate is limited to the motion. 5. No person shall interrupt a speaker, except to make a point of order. At the request of the Chair, a speaker shall be seated until a point of order is decided. 6. All comments shall be directed to the Chair. No comments should be directed to or at another delegate. 7. Side conversations are discouraged, as it can be distracting to other delegates. 8. All votes require a simple majority, except in special circumstances or outlined in the Bylaws. Here are some special circumstances where a simple majority is required: a. To amend the Bylaws b. To close debate when it appears some people still want to debate.
Moti ons 1. A motion is not debatable until a motion has been made, seconded and restated by the Chair. 2. The maker of the motion has the right to be the first speaker on the motion if he chooses. 3. The maker of the motion is prohibited from speaking against the motion. 4. For the AGM, a resolution cannot be postponed beyond this AGM.
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HSAS RESOLUTIONS
for the constitution & bylaws 2018-19 Resoluti on #1 To adopt the proposed changes to the arti cle with substanti ve revisions aff ecti ng Arti cle 10.02 (b) Board of Governor Qualifi cati ons. Throughout the Proposed Changes secti on of the Document: • • • •
Yellow highlighting indicates that there has been a change. Yellow highlighting underlined indicates something has been added. Red strikeout means something has been deleted. Each article will have a summary of the changes that are proposed for the article.
ARTICLE 10 – BOARD OF GOVERNORS Current Language 10.02 Qualifications (a)
(b)
No individual shall become or continue to be a member of the Board of Governors if that individual: (i) is less than eighteen (18) years of age; (ii) is of unsound mind and has been so found by a competent tribunal or a court Saskatchewan or elsewhere; (iii) has the status of bankrupt; or (iv) is not an Active Member. Any Active Member who: (i) is not disqualified in accordance with subsection 10.02(a), and (ii) has served at least two (2) full terms on the Executive Council, at least one (1) of which was served on the Executive Committee, is eligible to be appointed to the Board of Governors.
Proposed Changes 10.02 Qualifications (a)
No individual shall become or continue to be a member of the Board of
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(b)
(c)
Governors if that individual: (i) is less than eighteen (18) years of age; (ii) is of unsound mind and has been so found by a competent tribunal or a court Saskatchewan or elsewhere; (iii) has the status of bankrupt; or (iv) is not an Active Member. Any Active Member who: (i) is not disqualified in accordance with subsection 10.02(a), and (ii)(A) has served at least two (2) full terms on the Executive Council, and at least one (1) of which was served twentyfour (24) months on the Executive Committee, or (B) has served at least thirty-six (36) months on the Executive Council and thirty-six (36) months on the standing committees of the Executive Council, is eligible to be appointed to the Board of Governors. Nominees for a position on the Board of Governors may be, but do not need to be, current members of the Executive Council when appointed to the Board of Governors.
Background Informati on and Rati onale Board of Governors (Bylaw Arti cle 10.01) It is the Executive Council who appoints an individual to the Board of Governors (Article 10.01 of the Bylaws) Duti es of the Board of Governors (Bylaw Arti cle 10.04) The Board of Governors provides guidance and counsel to the Executive Council on all Constitution and Bylaw matters brought before the Executive council, vote on all Constitution and Bylaw matters in accordance with the Bylaws, provides guidance and counsel to the Executive council on all matters within the administration of the Association. Also, the Board of Governors are responsible for the review of the performance and duties of the Executive Director and make recommendations to the Executive Council regarding the Executive Director. The Board of Governors carry out review and guidance functions relating to budgetary matters in accordance with the Bylaws. For a full review of the duties and responsibility of the Board of Governors, please review Article 10.04 of the Bylaws. Rati onale: • The new language is intended to expand criteria for consideration of individuals who have not served on Executive Committee positions (such as President, VicePresident, Secretary, Treasurer), but who have served on Executive Council and other standing Committees of Executive Council. • The current language prevents other individuals (who may have served on Executive Council and standing committees of Executive Council) from being considered for
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appointment to the Board of Governors, and who may be excellent individuals to serve on the Board of Governors, because of their experiences on Executive Council and standing committees. • The Board of Governors is a very important governance body and requires well rounded, experienced individuals who are willing to commit to the work of the Union and specifically, the Board of Governors. • The new language is an additional option to the current language for the Executive Council to consider for Board of Governors appointments. • Additional new language in (c) simply allows Executive Council to consider current members of the Executive Council, or those individuals not currently on Executive Council, to the Board of Governors.
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CONSTITUTION & BYLAWS reference articles ARTICLE 3 - ASSOCIATION MEETINGS 3.01
Annual Meeti ng
The Annual Meeting shall be held within seventy (70) days after the end of each Fiscal Year of the Association. 3.03
Noti ce of Meeti ng
(a) The President shall give Members notice of the time and place of an Association Meeting at least fifteen (15) days before the proposed Association Meeting. (b)
The notice of an Association Meeting shall: (i)
be given in the manner provided in article 14;
(ii)
specify the nature of the matters to be presented to the Association Meeting;
and (iii)
include the full wording of resolutions to be considered at the Association Meeting.
(c)
The fact that a Member does not receive notice of an Association Meeting shall not invalidate the proceedings or the business transacted at that Association Meeting.
3.04
Delegates
(a)
Only Delegates, or in their absence, alternate Delegates, selected in the manner described in this section 3.04, are entitled to vote at Association Meetings.
(b)
Each Union Region with up to and including one hundred (100) Active Members is entitled to elect one (1) Delegate to attend each Association Meeting.
(c)
Each Union Region with more than one hundred (100) Active Members is entitled to elect one (1) additional Delegate for each additional one hundred (100) Active Members
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or portion of one hundred (100) Active Members to attend each Association Meeting. (d)
In addition to the Delegates elected in accordance with subsections 3.04(b) and 3.04(c), each member of the Executive Council is automatically a Delegate to each Association Meeting.
(e)
Only an Active Member employed within a Union Region is eligible to be elected as a Delegate in the Union Region in which she is employed.
(f)
An Active Member who is employed in more than one Union Region is eligible to be nominated and elected in only one Union Region.
(g)
Only an Active Member employed within a Union Region is entitled to nominate an individual to the position of Delegate for that Union Region.
(h)
Where a ballot is required to elect one or more Delegates, Active Members shall vote for Delegates by mail-in ballot, handled in the manner described in article 4.
(i)
A nominee not elected as a Delegate for a Union Region shall be deemed to be an alternate Delegate for that Union Region, and, where there is more than one, they shall be ranked in order of the number of votes received.
(j)
Except as set out in the Bylaws, the procedures for electing Delegates and alternate Delegates shall be as established by the Executive Council, and the Executive Council shall notify all Members of those procedures annually before the Annual Meeting.
(k)
An alternate Delegate, when attending and voting in place of the Delegate she is replacing, is deemed to be the Delegate.
(l)
Each Delegate shall: (i)
attend the Association Meeting for which she has been elected as a Delegate;
and (ii)
act in the best interests of the Association.
(m)
A Delegate holds office as a Delegate for the Association Meeting for which she was elected a Delegate.
3.06
Chair of an Associati on Meeti ng
(a)
The President, or in her absence, the Vice-President, or, in the absence of both the President and the Vice-President, the President’s designate, shall preside as Chair at every Association
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Meeting. (b)
If there is no Chair for an Association Meeting, or if a Chair is not present within thirty (30) minutes after the time appointed for holding the Association Meeting, or if the individual described in subsection 3.06(a) is unwilling to act as Chair, the members of the Executive Committee who are present at the Association Meeting shall appoint one of their number to be Chair of the Association Meeting.
3.07
Resoluti ons
(a)
The rules relating to resolutions to be considered at an Association Meeting are set out in this section 3.07.
(b)
Subject to subsection 3.07(f), a resolution shall be considered and voted on at an Association Meeting only if either of (i)
the Executive Council, or
(ii)
a group of at least ten (10) Active Members,
has given written notice of the resolution to the Secretary at least sixty-five (65) days before the Association Meeting at which the Executive Council or the group of at least ten (10) Active Members intends for the resolution to be considered. (c)
When the Secretary receives a resolution that has originated from a group of at least ten (10) Active Members, the Secretary shall forward the full text of that resolution to the Executive Council for its consideration.
(d)
When the Executive Council has received a resolution from the Secretary in accordance with subsection 3.07(c), it shall consider the resolution and specify the details of its support or lack of support for the resolution, including reasons.
(e)
The notice from the Secretary of an upcoming Association Meeting shall include:
(f)
(i)
the full text of all resolutions the Secretary has received in accordance with subsection 3.07(b); and
(ii)
the details, including reasons, of the Executive Council’s support or lack of support for each resolution.
If, in the opinion of the Executive Council or the group of at least ten (10) Active Members putting forward a resolution, circumstances have prevented the Executive Council or the group of at least ten (10) Active Members from giving written notice of its resolution to the Secretary
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at least sixty-five (65) days before the Association Meeting at which it is proposed the resolution be considered, the following rules will apply to the resolution: (i)
Those proposing to expedite the resolution as provided in subsection 3.07(f) shall forward it in writing to the members of the Executive Committee in attendance at the Association Meeting at which it is proposed the resolution be considered.
(ii)
If at least a Simple Majority of the members of the Executive Committee, present and voting at a special meeting of the Executive Committee, determines that the resolution should be expedited and presented to the Delegates for their consideration, the resolution shall be presented at that Association Meeting.
(iii)
The decision of at least a Simple Majority of the Executive Committee, as contemplated in paragraph 3.07(f)(ii), is final and there is no appeal from it.
(g)
A resolution affecting the Constitution or the Bylaws shall be handled in the manner provided in article 20.
(h)
A resolution regarding a proposed budget, when required to be brought before an Association Meeting, shall be handled in the manner described in subsection 16.04(b).
3.08
Voti ng
(a)
Only Delegates are entitled to vote at Association Meetings.
(b)
Each Delegate is entitled to one (1) vote on each question that comes before the Association Meeting for which that Delegate has been elected.
(c)
No Delegate is entitled to vote by proxy.
(d)
Voting at an Association Meeting shall be by show of hands, except where a motion to have a ballot vote is passed by at least a Simple Majority vote of the Delegates.
(e)
The Chair is entitled to seek the assistance of the scrutineers to ascertain whether or not a motion by a show of hands has been carried or lost.
(f)
Subject to subsection 3.08(g), a ruling of the Chair that a resolution has been carried or lost is conclusive evidence of that fact without proof of the number or proportion of votes recorded in favour of or against the motion, and the result of the vote so taken and declared shall be the decision of he Members, through their Delegates, upon the question.
(g)
The Delegates at an Association Meeting are entitled to appeal any ruling of the Chair and, in doing so, must follow the provisions of Robert’s Rules of Order.
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(h)
Except for those to which article 20 applies, all resolutions require the support of at least a Simple Majority of the Delegates present and voting at an Association Meeting.
ARTICLE 16 - FINANCIAL AFFAIRS 16.02 Budget (a)
Before the end of each Fiscal Year, the Finance Committee shall provide to the Executive Council a proposed Association budget for the next Fiscal Year.
(b)
At its last meeting in each Fiscal Year, the Executive Council will consider the Financ Committee’s proposed budget for the next Fiscal Year and, by at least a Simple Majority of those present voting, will also:
and
(i)
approve it;
(ii)
approve it with amendments; or
(ii)
reject it and request the Finance Committee to prepare a new proposed budget.
(c)
After the Executive Council approves a proposed budget, or a proposed budget with amendments, it will forward it to the Board of Governors for its consideration.
(d)
The Board of Governors will consider the Executive Council’s proposed budget and, by at least a Simple Majority of those present and voting at a Board of Governors meeting, will also: (i)
approve it;
(ii)
approve it with amendments; or
(iii)
reject it.
16.05 Financial Statements (a) (b)
The Executive Council, by at least a Simple Majority, shall, approve the quarterly unaudited and annual audited financial statement of the Association. The Treasurer or her designate shall present to the Delegates at every Annual Meeting: (i)
the financial statements for the most recent Fiscal Year ended before that Annual
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Meeting; (ii)
the report of the auditor on the financial statements for the most recent Fiscal Year ended before that Annual Meeting; and
(iii)
any further information respecting the financial affairs of the Association.
(c)
The Delegates at the Annual Meeting, by at least a Simple Majority of those present and voting, shall receive the annual audited financial statements of the Assocation.
(d)
Following the Annual Meeting, any Member may request and the Association will deliver to that Member a copy of the Association’s most recently approved annual audited financial statements and the report of the auditor.
ARTICLE 19 - PROCEDURE 19.01 Robert’s Rules Except where otherwise provided in the Bylaws, all matters of procedure at any meeting of the Association or the Executive Council shall be decided in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order. ARTICLE 20 - CONSTITUTION AND BYLAW AMENDMENTS 20.02 Presenti ng Resoluti ons Aff ecti ng the Consti tuti on and Bylaws A resolution affecting the Constitution or the Bylaws may be presented to an Association Meeting only if: (a)
it has been put forward by: (i)
the Executive Council; or
(ii)
a group of at least ten (10) Active Members who have given written notice of their resolution to the Secretary at least sixty-five (65) days before the Association Meeting at which those Members intend for their resolution to be considered;
and (b)
there has been full compliance with the rules set out in section 20.03.
20.03 Rules for Resoluti ons Aff ecti ng the Consti tuti on or Bylaws
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(a)
(b)
If a resolution affecting the Constitution or the Bylaws comes to the Secretary from the Executive Council, the following rules apply: (i)
Before the Executive Council sends the resolution to the Secretary, the resolution must have received the support of at least two-thirds (2/3) of the members of the Executive Council present and voting at a meeting of the Executive Council, and in this subsection 20.03(a), when a such a resolution has been so approved, it shall be called an “Executive Council approved resolution.�
(ii)
If a resolution has not received the support of at least two-thirds (2/3) of the members of the Executive Council present and voting at a meeting of the Executive Council, the resolution shall die.
(iii)
The Executive Council shall forward its Executive Council approved resolution to the Board of Governors for its consideration.
(iv)
If the Board of Governors ratifies the Executive Council approved resolution by at least a two-thirds (2/3) majority of those present and voting at a meeting of the Board of Governors, the Board of Governors shall notify the Executive Council of its approval and the Executive Council will ensure that the resolution goes to the Members with the notice of the Association Meeting.
(v)
If the Board of Governors does not ratify the Executive Council approved resolution by at least a two-thirds (2/3) majority of those present and voting at a meeting of the Board of Governors, the Board of Governors shall notify the Executive Council of its decision and the Executive Council and the Board of Governors shall meet to attempt to reach agreement on the resolution.
(vi)
If the Executive Council and the Board of Governors cannot reach agreement on the Executive Council approved resolution, the Secretary shall forward the full text of the resolution to the Members with the notice of the Association Meeting along with the details of the disagreement between the Executive Council and the Board of Governors.
If a resolution affecting the Constitution or the Bylaws comes to the Secretary from a group of at least ten (10) Active Members, the following rules apply: (i)
The Secretary shall forward the resolution to the Executive Council for its consideration.
(ii)
If the Executive Council does not approve the resolution by at least a two-thirds (2/3) majority of those present and voting at a meeting of the Executive Council, the resolution shall die.
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(iii)
If the Executive Council approves the intent of the resolution by at least a two thirds (2/3) majority of those present and voting at a meeting of the Executive Council: (A)
the Executive Council may make amendments to the resolution if, in the view of the members of the Executive Council, the amendments are in keeping with the spirit of the resolution, and may do so by at least a Simple Majority of the members of the Executive Council present and voting at a meeting of the Executive Council; and
(B)
it shall forward the resolution, as amended, if applicable, to the Board of Governors for its consideration.
(iv)
If the Board of Governors ratifies, by at least a two-thirds (2/3) majority of those present and voting at a meeting of the Board of Governors, the resolution it receives from the Executive Council, the Board of Governors shall notify the Executive Council of its approval and the Executive Council will ensure that the resolution goes to the Members with the notice of the Association Meeting.
(v)
If the Board of Governors does not ratify, by at least a two-thirds (2/3 majority of those present and voting at a meeting of the Board of Governors, the resolution it receives from the Executive Council, the Board of Governors shall notify the Executive Council of its decision and the Executive Council and the Board of Governors shall meet to attempt to reach agreement on the resolution.
(vi)
If the Executive Council and the Board of Governors cannot reach agreement on the resolution, the Secretary shall forward the full text of the resolution, as amended by the Executive Council, if applicable, to the Members with the notice of the Association Meeting along with the details of the disagreement between the Executive Council and the Board of Governors.
ARTICLE 21 - CODE OF ETHICS 21.01 Code Each of the following acts shall constitute conduct unbecoming a Member of the Association: (a)
crossing a picket line established by the Association;
(b)
obtaining or soliciting membership by misrepresentation;
(c)
knowingly failing to comply with the Constitution or the Bylaws;
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(d)
knowingly publishing or circulating false reports or misrepresentations among the Members;
(e)
working in the interests of another union to the detriment of the Association;
(f)
without proper authority using the name of the Association to solicit funds or to advertise;
(g)
misappropriating assets belonging to the Association;
(h)
furnishing to anyone, without proper authority or for any purpose not in the best interest of the Association, a list or a portion of a list of Members of the Association;
(i)
failing, without reasonable excuse, to pay initiation fees, membership dues, or assessments of the Association;
(j)
slandering or libelling, that is, spreading defamatory comments, either verbally or in writing, which would tend to injure the reputation of a Member or an officer of the Association or any of the component parts of the Association;
(k)
failing to follow the lawful order of the Chair of any Association Meeting or its component parts to the point where business of the Association Meeting may not be fairly and reasonably conducted;
(l)
interfering with the performance of the duties of any officer of the Association or its component parts;
(m)
engaging in conduct detrimental or prejudicial to the best interest of the Association;
(n)
wilfully neglecting the duties of an elected Association position;
(o)
failing to follow the lawful directions and ruling of the Executive Council;
(p)
filing frivolous, unnecessary or vindictive charges against a Member of the Association;
(q)
harassing any Member or staff member of the Association; and
(r)
violating the published policies of the Association.
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Minutes of the
2018 Annual General Meeti ng During the
46th HSAS Annual Conventi on Friday, October 26, 2018 Sheraton Cavalier Hotel Saskatoon, SK
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Minutes of the 2018 AGM 46th Annual Convention October 26, 2018 Sheraton Cavalier Hotel, Saskatoon, SK
Delegates Registered: Anna Angelinas Jen Bacon Angela Barsalou Juliana Cook Crystal Corey Ken Cross Mary Deren Glenda Erickson Tracy Erickson Amy Ewart Ann Farn Bill Feldbruegge Lori Fielder Bill Fischer Lindsay Freistadt Sarah Friesen Jennifer Gareau Deborah Gray Brenda Hadland Natalie Horejda Colleen Howe Judy Jones Marisa Kermack Maureen Kraemer Amanda Kryklywicz Melanie Liast Michelle Marud Brad Mee Terry Nordgulen Shannon Orell Bast Haley Oshowy Judith Painter Marcel Peloquin Jodi Posehn John Prince Pam Ritsco Anil Sarkar
Union Region 9 Union Region 7 Secretary Union Region 7 Union Region 9 Union Region 12 Union Region 12 Union Region 8 Union Region 8 Treasurer Union Region 11 Executive Council Executive Council Executive Council Union Region 11 Union Region 7 Union Region 7 Union Region 10 Union Region 4 Union Region 11 Executive Council Union Region 5 Union Region 6 Vice President Union Region 11 Union Region 7 Union Region 7 Union Region 3 Union Region 11 Executive Council Executive Council Union Region 4 Executive Council Union Region 7 Union Region 7 Union Region 7 Union Region 7
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Health Inspector Speech Language Pathologist Respiratory Therapist Physical Therapist Assessor Coordinator Public Health Inspector Health Educator Occupational Therapist Addictions Counsellor Mental Health Therapist Assessor Coordinator Speech Language Pathologist Social Worker EMTP Public Health Inspector Psychologist Addictions Counsellor Respiratory Therapist Assessor Coordinator Physical Therapist Assessor Coordinator Social Worker Social Worker Social Worker Public Health Inspector Speech Language Pathologist Assessor Coordinator EMTP Mental Health Therapist Assessor Coordinator Dietitian Assessor Coordinator Clinical Associate Addictions Counsellor Public Health Inspector Assessor Coordinator Respiratory Therapist
Minutes of the 2018 AGM 46th Annual Convention October 26, 2018 Sheraton Cavalier Hotel, Saskatoon, SK
Marcel Shevalier Tanja Smiljic Rob Snell Shawna Stevens Marie Stimson Dan Szmutko Jillian Urquhart Brent Vanin Krishna Vegunta Karen Wasylenko Deborah Youden
Union Region 11 Union Region 11 Union Region 11 Union Region 11 Union Region 11 Union Region 7 Union Region 7 Executive Council Executive Council President Union Region 3
Addictions Counsellor Assessor Coordinator EMT Public Health Inspector EMTA Occupational Therapist Social Worker Pharmacist Physical Therapist Speech Language Pathologist Mental Health Therapist
Staff Registered: Mark Jagoe, Office Manager Dean Job, Executive Director Brandi Kinzel, Administrative Assistant Dawn Brown, Communications Officer Holly Bratt, Executive Assistant Guest Registered: Cori Debert Lara Ewanchuk Kristen Freistadt Karla Nogue
Union Region 7 Union Region 7 Union Region 7 Union Region 7
Speech Language Pathologist Occupational Therapist Recreational Therapist Recreational Therapist
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Minutes of the 2018 AGM 46th Annual Convention October 26, 2018 Sheraton Cavalier Hotel, Saskatoon, SK
Forty Eight (48) voting delegates were present. Quorum of twenty-five (25) established as per Article 3.5 of By-Laws. (48 delegates, 4 guests, 5 staff) President Karen Wasylenko called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. 1. Call to Order and Introductory Remarks – 9:00 a.m. • Welcome – by Karen Wasylenko 2. Credenti als Report for Conventi on – Karen Wasylenko Registered: Forty Eight (48) delegates, Four (4) guests and five (5) staff members. Quorum 25 Moti on #AC2018-10-26-01: To adopt the Credentials Report Motion made by: Ken Cross Union Region 12 Motion seconded by: Sarah Friesen Union Region 7 Moti on #AC2018-10-26-01: To adopt the Credentials Report Carried. 3. Appointment of Scruti neers Moti on #AC2018-10-26-02: To Appoint Cori Debert and Lara Ewanchuk as Scrutineers Motion made by: Colleen Howe Union Region 11 Motion seconded by: Bill Fischer Union Region 11 Moti on #AC2018-10-26-02: To Appoint Cori Debert and Lara Ewanchuk as Scrutineers Carried. 4. Meeti ng Procedures Provided in the AGM handout. Moti on #AC2018-10-26-03: To adopt the Meeting Procedures provided in the AGM Handout. Motion made by: Mary Deren Union Region 12 Motion seconded by: Rob Snell Union Region 11
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Minutes of the 2018 AGM 46th Annual Convention October 26, 2018 Sheraton Cavalier Hotel, Saskatoon, SK
Moti on #AC2018-10-26-03: To adopt the Meeting Procedures provided in the AGM Handout. Carried.
5. Adopti on of Agenda Moti on #AC2018-10-26-04: To adopt the Agenda Motion made by: John Prince Union Region 7 Motion seconded by: Jen Bacon Union Region 7 Moti on #AC2018-10-26-04: To adopt the Agenda Carried. 6. Adopti on of October 27, 2017 Annual General Meeti ng Minutes Correction to the Adjournment Motion number to #AC2017-10-27-13. Moti on #AC2018-10-26-05: To adopt the minutes of the October 27, 2017, Annual General Meeting Minutes as corrected. Motion made by: Colleen Howe Union Region 11 Motion seconded by: Bill Fischer Union Region 11
Moti on #AC2018-10-26-05: To adopt the minutes of the October 27, 2017, Annual General Meeting Minutes as corrected Carried.
7. President’s Annual Report The President’s written report was made available to members prior to the commence ment of the meeting. Karen Wasylenko addressed the assembly. Moti on #AC2018-10-26-06: To accept the President’s Annual Report Motion made by: Lori Fielder Union Region 5 Motion seconded by: Rob Snell Union Region 11 Moti on #AC2018-10-26-06: To accept the President’s Annual Report Carried.
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8. Executi ve Director’s Annual Report The Executive Director’s report was made available to members prior to the commencement of the meeting. Dean Job addressed the assembly. Moti on #AC2018-10-26-07: To accept the Executive Director’s Annual Report Motion made by: Terry Nordgulen Union Region 11 Motion seconded by: Marcel Peloquin Union Region 7
Moti on #AC2018-10-26-07: To accept the Executive Director’s Annual Report Carried.
9. Finance – Presentati on of Audited Financial Statements The Audited Financial Statements were made available to members prior to the commencement of the meeting. Amy Ewart reviewed the Statements with Delegates. Moti on #AC2018-10-26-08: To accept the 2017/2018 General Audited Financial Statements as circulated and presented Motion made by: Amy Ewart Union Region 11 Motion seconded by: Ken Cross Union Region 12
Moti on #AC2018-10-26-08: To accept the 2017/2018 General Audited Financial Statements as circulated and presented Carried. a. Appointment of Auditor for 2018-2019 Fiscal Year Moti on #AC2018-10-26-09: To appoint Heagy Altogge Marchett LLP and Partners as HSAS Auditor for the 2018/2019 Fiscal Year Motion made by: Amy Ewart Union Region 11 Motion seconded by: Mary Deren Union Region 12
Moti on #AC2018-10-26-09: To appoint Heagy Altogge Marchett LLP and Partners as HSAS Auditor for the 2018/2019 Fiscal Year Carried.
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10. Committ ee Reports (Writt en Reports) a. Annual Convention b. Communications c. Governance d. Finance – Awards, Charitable Donations, Professional Contributions, Education Fund, Scholarships, Emergency Fund e. Grievance f. Membership Engagement Committee g. Negotiating h. OH&S Moti on #AC2018-10-26-10: To accept the written Committee Reports Moved by: Judy Jones Union Region 5 Seconded by: Shannon Orell Bast Union Region 11 Moti on #AC2018-10-26-10: To accept the written Committee Reports Carried. 11. Executi ve Council Seat Electi ons Results – AGM 2018 Ken Cross - Public Health Inspector – Representing Public Health Inspectors, Infection Control Practitioners, Health Educators, Dental Therapists, Term Expires 2020 Cori Debert - Speech Language Pathologist – Representing Speech Language Pathologists, Audiologists, Orthoptists, Music Therapists, Autism Spectrum Disorder Consultants, Bereavement Coordinators, Term Expires 2020 Tracy Erickson - Addictions Counsellor – Representing Addictions Counsellors, Term Expires 2019 Lara Ewanchuk - Occupational Therapist – Representing Occupational Therapists, Term Expires 2020 Amy Ewart - Mental Health Therapist – Representing Mental Health Therapists & Recreation Therapists, Term Expires 2020 Maureen Kraemer - Social Worker – Representing Social Workers, Family Support Workers, Medical Education Coordinators, Vocational Counsellors, Term Expires 2020 Michelle Marud - Assessor Coordinator – Representing Assessor Coordinators, Term Expires 2020
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Minutes of the 2018 AGM 46th Annual Convention October 26, 2018 Sheraton Cavalier Hotel, Saskatoon, SK
Haley Oshowy – Dietitian – Representing Dietitians, Research Dietitians, Nutritionists, Research Approval Coordinators, Term Expires 2020 Marcel Peloquin – Clinical Associate – Representing Psychologists, Psychometricians, Term Expires 2020 Krishna Vegunta – Physical Therapist – Representing Physical Therapists, Orthotists, Prosthetists, Exercise Conditioning Therapists, Term Expires 2020 VACANT – Physical Therapists, Orthotists, Prosthetists, Exercise Conditioning Therapists, Rehab Program Team Coordinators – Term Expires 2019 Outgoing Executi ve Council Members Brent Latimer, Public Health Inspector – Saskatoon Bill Feldbruegge, SLP – Saskatoon Colleen Howe, Assessor Coordinator – Regina 12. Adjournment Moti on #AC2018-10-26-11: To adjourn the Annual General Meeting Moved by: Natalie Horejda Union Region 11 Seconded by: Marisa Kermack Union Region 6
Moti on #AC2018-10-26-11: To adjourn the Annual General Meeting Carried. Adjournment time: 9:55 a.m.
The 2019 AGM and the 47th Annual Conventi on will be held on October 24 & 25, 2019 at the Delta Hotels by Mariott -Regina, Regina SK. , President , Secretary
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HSAS MEMBERSHIP
report to annual convention 2018-19 The Health Sciences Association of Saskatchewan (HSAS) is a union representing more than 4,000 Health Care Professionals, who work within the Saskatchewan Health Authority, several privately-owned ambulance services in Saskatchewan and at the Canadian Blood Services in Regina. We were founded in 1972, by a group of dedicated professionals who believed that the unique interests of the varied and specialized professions would be best represented by a separate, independent union.
4,027
HSAS MEMBERS IN SASKATCHEWAN HEALTH CARE
2,495 FULL-TIME POSITIONS
826
706
PART-TIME POSITIONS
79%
CASUAL POSITIONS
21%
FEMALE MEMBERS
MALE MEMBERS
A Union of Health Care Professionals 31
HSAS UNION REGIONS 4,027 Members in Saskatchewan
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293
87
215 127 1,421
158
188 1,068
129
125 162 32
As of August 31, 2019
332
14
419
Addictions Counsellors
Anaesthesia Assistants
Assessor Coordinators
10
17
176
Audiologists
Dental Therapists
Dietitians
601
2
60
Emergency Medical
Services
Epidemiologists
Exercise/Conditioning
7
122
35
Therapists
Genetics Counsellors
Health Educators
Infection Control
104
15
7
Mental Health
Therapists
Midwives
HSAS also represents 89 members in unique classifications.
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Practitioners
Music Therapists
18
270
9
Nutritionists
Occupational Therapists
Orthoptists
4
9
275
Orthotists
Perfusionists
Pharmacists
365
Physical Therapists
4
114
Prosthetists
Psychologists
12
78
58
Psychometricians
Public Health Inspectors
Recreation Therapists
182
480
139
Respiratory Therapists
Social Workers 34
Speech Language
Pathologists
As of August 31, 2019
EXECUTIVE REPORTS
to annual convention 2018-19 All reports found within capture the September 1, 2018 - August 31, 2019 fiscal year.
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PRESIDENT’S
report to annual convention 2018-19 It has been an honor to serve as your President over the past year and a privilege to work with the dedicated members of your Executive Council, the Committees of Executive Council and the HSAS staff. Please take time to review the reports of the work completed by your Union in the 2018-2019 fiscal year. This year, your union continued to face the challenges of the 12 regional health authorities move to a single health authority. At the beginning of the year we learned that the Health Authority was moving to a single payroll system and also, moving to an electronic time card system. We anticipate that this initiative will be an expensive one and not without implementation hurdles. The Employer has indicated that the electronic time card system is to be fully implemented in the spring of 2020. With continued demands for Member services and the ongoing challenges of the transition to a single health authority, HSAS faced the need for an expansion of those services and resources. Over the years, Executive Council has relied on input from the membership and Labour Relations staff when considering the current capacity for delivering services and when planning for future operations. This input has been critical. During Executive Council’s annual strategic planning, areas of improvement were identified as needed and necessary. These improvements would ensure that HSAS could run at full capacity in the delivery of service to the Membership, including the provision of Labour Relations staff resources necessary to serve the Membership in a responsible and principled way. Increased resources needed were identified in the areas of Records Management, Communications, Finance and Payroll, Market Supplement Program support, Benefits and Labour Relations. New staff positions were created to meet the challenges of the current state and for future growth and expansion. Our Executive Director has worked diligently in the planning and execution of services, reorganization and reallocation of the resources. There are number of new staff joining HSAS this year, and this promises to be a significant milestone in the history of HSAS as we approach 50 years as a health care union, now representing over 4,000 Members province-wide. We continue to foster relationships with other public sector unions and attend meetings of mutual concern. In the past year we attended meetings with representatives from public sector unions, Faculty Associations of both Saskatchewan Universities, Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF), as well as health care unions. Meetings focused on information sharing with respect to bargaining and the state of bargaining within the province. The meetings were informative and provided a greater understanding of what other unions were facing in the process of negotiating new collective bargaining agreements. Community engagement has once again been a prominent theme for HSAS this year. Many HSAS professionals see the direct and indirect consequences of a lack of appropriate nutrition firsthand in their daily work, HSAS continues to support and promote the critical work which food banks fulfill. HSAS continues to support the Saskatoon and Regina Food Banks and Learning Centres as part of its community engagement program.
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We are aware that HSAS Members also contribute as individuals in community engagement within their local community. The Community Engagement Volunteer Fund allows individual HSAS Members who are involved with a recognized charitable or humanitarian event, to apply for funding for that event. Some HSAS members across the province have already applied to the Fund for their respective initiatives. Continuing education is valued by all of the members in HSAS. In response to ongoing and increased demand for education dollars, Executive Council approved the 2019-2020 budget which will see an increase in the allocation to the Continuing Education fund. On behalf of HSAS members, I have addressed issues of concern in health care in Saskatchewan. This has occurred through media such as radio and television interviews, as well as in local newspapers. When opportunities arise, meetings occur with Ministry officials and politicians to discuss issues pertaining to health care and working conditions in our workplaces. Our communications/media strategies are important, and you will learn more about our activities through the Communications Committee report. We must continue to invest and dedicate our energy and resources to a strong Communications/Media plan. This is an important aspect of a union as it plays an integral part in the campaigning and advocating for our Members and health care services provided in this province. HSAS also participated in external regional/provincial committees with representation from Executive Council. Maureen Kraemer, HSAS Vice-President and Social Worker, represented HSAS on the provincial Employee Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) Committee, and Bill Fischer, Advanced Care Paramedic, represented HSAS on the Saskatchewan Association of Safe Workplaces in Health (SASWH) Board. The Saskatchewan Health Authority regularly requests for input on job descriptions/postings which our Executive Council members are involved in reviewing and providing input to the Labour Relations staff. This has been positive for the Labour Relations staff to understand and verify the content included in the job description/posting. The Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Committee is a standing committee, and plays a very important role in the work of our union. This Committee’s work is to monitor and track the many OH&S committees across the province, and to communicate and serve as a resource to HSAS Members serving on local OH&S committees. Members are encouraged to get involved in their local OH&S Committee. It is very important for Members to be actively involved at their worksite and on OH&S Committees as HSAS representatives. Since 2003, HSAS has been a member of CHPS (Canadian Health Professionals Secretariat). CHPS was established by the National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) to meet the challenges Canadian Health Professionals face. The Secretariat has three (3) main goals: • To raise the profile of health professionals across the country. • To deal with issues of public policy that impact health professionals. • To enhance gains in collective bargaining by sharing information, identifying collective strengths and developing common strategies and tactics. CHPS meetings are held twice yearly. HSAS is represented at these meetings by the President, another elected representative and/or the Executive Director. Unions from across the country attend and each prepares and presents a report outlining their organization’s activities, including bargaining, communication, labour relations and political climate. These reports offer an excellent opportunity for information sharing and problem solving.
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Since 2012, I have served on the SHEPP Union Partner Committee, representing HSAS. Other Union Partner Committee members include representatives from SUN, SEIU, CUPE, and SGEU. This past year, I was appointed by the Union Partner Committee Members to chair this Committee. This past year, I also chaired the HSAS Governance Committee. The Governance Committee has presented to Executive Council a bylaw amendment, to consider expansion of the eligibility criteria for appointment to the HSAS Board of Governors. The Executive Council reviewed and approved the bylaw amendment to be presented to the Delegates at this AGM. The Executive Council is recommending acceptance of this important bylaw amendment. I wish to welcome the newly elected members of Executive Council. These individuals have been elected to serve the HSAS Membership. They will assume the responsibility of representing members of their professional group or composite group and will participate fully in the decisionmaking process of HSAS – as advocates for the Saskatchewan public and for the specialized health care services our members deliver on a daily basis. I wish to thank and acknowledge the dedication and hard work of the outgoing and ongoing Executive Council members, Committee members, and staff. They have worked diligently, serving the membership of HSAS. Going forward, we must continue to embrace opportunity when it arises and meet the challenges of the future head on as HSAS has done in the past, and will continue to do so, into the future. Thank you for your support. Respectfully submitted, Karen Wasylenko HSAS President & Speech Language Pathologist Union Region 7 - Saskatoon
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S
report to annual convention 2018-19 The Executive Director report provides an overview of topics and issues related to the operational or labour relations aspect of the organization that have transpired during the September 1, 2018 to August 31st, 2019 fiscal year. Bargaining Our main Collective Agreement with SAHO expired March 31, 2018. Information pertaining to the bargaining of this Collective Agreement is covered within the Negotiating Committee report. The bargaining activity within our private groups over the past year is in this report. Canadian Blood Services Bargaining has taken place on the following dates, January 15, 16, 17 and July 8, 9, 2019. There are still some outstanding issues on the written proposals and there has been no movement from the Employer with regards to monetary issues. Crestvue Ambulance Services LTD. Staff meeting took place to discuss a bargaining agenda on June 25, 2019. The bargaining survey was sent out to the membership on July 9, 2019 and the results were returned to the office by August 9, 2019. The membership will be met with again at the end of September to finalize a bargaining agenda as dates with the Employer have been set for October 10 and 11, 2019. La Ronge EMS A new Collective Agreement was ratified by the membership and signed in October 2018. North-East EMS Bargaining took place on December 6, 2018 and again on March 19, 2019. The Employer then utilized a clause in the Saskatchewan Employment Act to force a vote with the membership on their last offer presented. The voting took place in July 2019 with the results being tabulated on August 6, 2019. The members rejected the Employer’s offer allowing the LRO assigned to the file to request that the Employer return to the table to negotiate. Labour Issues My optimism that labour relations issues would become easier to manage within a single entity as opposed to twelve is slowly beginning to wane. The management structure within the new SHA is still a work in progress almost two years into this venture and has made minimal progress in streamlining any practices on the labour relations front. The reality is that although a new name is in place (SHA), the Employer is still operating under the umbrella of the old twelve “kingdoms” format. This has been frustrating and difficult to navigate for our Labour Relations Officers due to having to deal with similar issues multiple times depending on whether the “former” regions wish to accept the decisions or settlements that have taken place outside of their own region on a given topic or take a second kick at the can. The new “Business partner” model which has been rolled out in Saskatoon and then slowly across the province has been met with numerous problems. The employer is now using these individuals
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who have limited experience in labour relations to deal with many of our membership labour issues. For the most part, the “Business partners” are being looked at by the Employer as a jack of all trades when it comes to providing human resources servicing. This does not bode well for our members or LROs when dealing with Collective Agreement related questions or issues. As an organization, we emphasized at numerous meetings that this new model would create much more work for both parties and it certainly has with regards to the amount of grievances we have needed to file over the course of this year. The other major SHA project coming down the road is the world-changing Administrative Information Management System or as it is being touted “AIMS”. Most of you have undoubtedly spotted the fancy new laminated flyers peppered throughout many of our workplaces featuring the different aspects of the “AIMS” system that will apparently make our members’ lives easier. HSAS has not taken a sip of that Kool-Aid to date and numerous questions have been brought forward to the Employer concerning this new system that, for the most part, seems to be nothing more than a glorified punch clock. We will continue to question this project as we move forward into the new year. Finally, as an update, last year the Ministry had announced that SAHO would cease to exist and be absorbed into the SHA. However, in a meeting held in July we were informed that SAHO would continue to exist for at least another year with the goal of stabilizing the bargaining that is currently taking place. Grievances & Arbitration Our tracking of grievances continues to be a vital part of our Labour Relations strategy. As can be seen in the chart it is quite evident that we are moving in the wrong direction with regards to overall grievances being filed. This can easily be attributed to the lack of any sort of clear direction on the part of the Employer when dealing with labour issues within the SHA to date. Date 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 (9 months)
Grievances 53 63 69 106 90
Active 6 5 18 134 155
Arbitrations 1 0 11 51 74
Settled 47 58 51 77 34
The most notable arbitration victory this year was our grievance concerning “Field Hours”. The Employer was of the position that Employees deemed to be “Field Hours” must work defined core hours and would be limited in their ability to have flexibility to govern their own hours. Based on the language in our Collective Agreement being quite clear regarding field hours, HSAS did not agree with the Employer’s interpretation at all and filed a grievance on the issue. Below is an excerpt of the written decision on the file from Arbitrator Allen Ponak: “Field hours employees are governed by their own specific provision, article 15.01C. These employees work (if full time) 224 hours in a six week cycle. Within this cycle, the contract states that “an employee will have flexibility to govern her hours of work .... to meet client and essential program needs”. The wording confers a right on the employee, using imperative language, to flexibly govern her hours of work. The word “govern” connotes a degree of control attached to the person entitled to do the governing, in this case the field hours employee. According to the
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Merriam-Webster dictionary, synonyms of “govern” include “control”, “direct” and “determine”. The Free Legal Dictionary defines “govern” to include “control”, and “exert authority”. The wording in article 15.01C does not include the need for pre-approval from management, mutual agreement between the employee and her supervisor, or even advance notification of management. In contrast, use of time off in lieu of overtime (TIL) under article 15.05 requires mutual agreement between the employee and management. There is no such requirement in article 15.01C, either expressly or implicitly, suggesting none was intended. It is the Board’s conclusion that the right to flexibly govern working hours is conferred unambiguously and exclusively on employees who hold field hours positions.” Staff Updates A few changes have taken place at HSAS over the past fiscal year. On the unionized staff front there are three new full-time LRO positions, a new full-time Membership Records Coordinator position and a new full-time Administrative Assistant position. The Membership Records Coordinator position was taken by Kelly Sluth, who previously held a .5 position as an Administrative Assistant in our Regina Office, which was then converted into the full-time Admin position outlined above. Robyn Selinger was the successful candidate chosen to fill this full-time Administrative Assistant position working out of the Regina office. Two full-time LRO positions were created for our Regina office and one full-time LRO position was created for our Saskatoon office, which will bring our total to eight LROs (four in Regina & four in Saskatoon). So far, one of the Regina LRO positions has been filled and that successful candidate was Braden White. The two remaining LRO positions are currently in the posting/interview process. Our out of scope staffing complement has also grown by one full-time position. A new Communications/Membership Benefits Manager position was created in July of this year and the successful candidate for this position was Natalie Horejda, who has also held the positions of Board of Governor, President, and Chair of Communications throughout her years of service within HSAS. In closing, I would like to thank the Executive Council and Board of Governors for supporting me in the position of Executive Director for the organization over the past year. As always, I look forward to working with the elected representatives and HSAS staff to ensure that our members are provided with the best possible service when contacting their union. Cheers! Respectfully submitted, Dean Job HSAS Executive Director
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
to annual convention 2018-19 All reports found within capture the September 1, 2018 - August 31, 2019 fiscal year.
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GOVERNANCE
committee report 2018-19 GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE MEMBERS Karen Wasylenko, Committee Chair HSAS President, Speech Language Pathologist, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Maureen Kraemer HSAS Vice-President, Social Worker, Union Region 12 - Weyburn Natalie Horejda HSAS Board of Governor, Physical Therapist, Union Region 11 - Regina Cori Debert HSAS Executive Council, Speech Language Pathologist, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Marcel Peloquin HSAS Executive Council, Clinical Associate, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Dean Job HSAS Executive Director
GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE SUPPORT Holly Bratt HSAS Executive Assistant, Recorder
The Governance Committee met twice in the 2018-2019 fiscal year. The mandate of the Governance Committee is to assist the Executive Council in all matters pertaining to the HSAS Constitution and Bylaws, and resolutions. The Governance Committee reviewed the Terms of References for all Committees, and recommended the use of a standardized format for Terms of Reference documentation. The format of the template would include the composition of Committees, Terms of Membership, Duties and Responsibilities of Committees, and Role of Committee Chairs. In addition, the Governance Committee recommended a policy on Information Management to ensure safeguarding and confidentiality of sensitive information. For example, all committee members serving on HSAS standing committees will be provided a HSAS email account to receive and share information related to committee work, avoiding the use of personal emails. A draft bylaw amendment regarding eligibility criteria for appointment to the Board of Governors was presented to and approved by Executive Council, and the Board of Governors. The Board of Governor appointments are made by the Executive Council, according to Article 10 of the HSAS Constitution and Bylaws. The approved amendment allows for the consideration of candidates for appointment to the Board of Governors who have a well-rounded background and experience on the Executive Council and extensive experience on standing committees of HSAS. These are 43
candidates who may not have served on Executive Committee as one of the Executive Committee positions of President, Vice-President, Secretary and /or Treasurer. The appointments to the Board of Governors includes a nomination and election process by the Executive Council. The Bylaw Amendment is being presented to the Delegates at this Annual General Meeting for consideration, and approval is recommended. Respectfully submitted, Karen Wasylenko HSAS Governance Committee Chair
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ANNUAL CONVENTION committee report 2018-19 ANNUAL CONVENTION COMMITTEE MEMBERS Krishna Vegunta, Committee Chair HSAS Executive Council, Physical Therapist, Union Region 11 - Regina Haley Oshowy HSAS Executive Council, Dietitian, Union Region 10 - Moose Jaw
ANNUAL CONVENTION COMMITTEE SUPPORT Natalie Horejda HSAS Communications Committee Chair Mark Jagoe HSAS Office Manager Dawn Brown HSAS Communications Officer I would like to thank my Committe and the HSAS staff who provided support to the Committee. Their assistance will help to make Convention 2019 a success. The 47th Annual Convention will take place at the Delta Hotel, 1919 Saskatchewan Drive, Regina, SK. It is anticipated there will be approximately 55 delegates from across the province in attendance. The Convention will begin on October 24, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. with registration and lunch. Our president will welcome all delegates before introduction of this year’s speakers. The first speaker is Mike Harnett. Mike is known for her work in Fatigue Science. The second speaker is Joshua Crumbaugh. Joshua is a Cybersecurity expert and hacker. He will speak on personal cybersecurity. To close off Thursday, we will have a Members’ Social in the evening providing members the opportunity to renew old friendships and connect with new delegates and members across the province. Friday morning will begin with breakfast followed by the Annual General Meeting (AGM). Following the AGM, we will have HSAS legal counsel provide us with a labour relations update, lunch, the Members’ Forum and closing remarks. We at HSAS have planned for and looked forward to seeing everyone in Regina for the 47th Annual Convention. Respectfully submitted, Krishna Vegunta HSAS Annual Convention Committee Chair
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Members vote at the 2018 Annual General Meeting
2018 Annual Convention Committee Chair, Angela Barsalou, welcomes Convention Delegates to the event.
Photo credits: Cindy Moleski
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GRIEVANCE
committee report 2018-19 GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE MEMBERS Tracy Erickson, Committee Chair HSAS Executive Council, Addictions Counsellor, Union Region 8 - Yorkton Angela Barsalou HSAS Secretary, Respiratory Therapist, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Haley Oshowy HSAS Executive Council, Dietitian, Union Region 10 - Moose Jaw Colleen Howe HSAS Executive Council, Assessor Coordinator, Union Region 11 - Regina Terry Nordgulen HSAS Member-at-Large, Mental Health Therapist, Union Region 11 - Southey Vanessa Lazaruk HSAS Alternate, Social Worker, Union Region 8 - Yorkton The Grievance Committee’s role is to hear Members’ concerns where the Member disagrees with the Union’s decision to advance or not advance an active grievance to arbitration. This would typically occur in cases where HSAS Labour Relations believes that the grievance lacks the necessary merit to succeed before an arbitrator. The current Committee membership consists of 5 members and one alternate. The Committee attended an orientation session at the Regina office on April 11, 2019. The day consisted of a review of relevant documents pertaining to committee purpose and operations, as well as 2 mock grievance hearings, involving role playing and committee deliberations. The Committee convened in Saskatoon on June 20, 2019 where 2 formal hearings were conducted, one in the morning and the second during the afternoon. Respectfully submitted, Tracy Erickson HSAS Grievance Committee Chair
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MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT committee report 2018-19 MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS Cori Debert, Committee Chair HSAS Executive Council, Speech Language Pathologist, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Karen Wasylenko HSAS President, Speech Language Pathologist, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Julianna Cook HSAS Executive Council, Physical Therapist, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Tara Watts HSAS Executive Council, Pharmacist, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Dean Job HSAS Executive Director The Member Engagement Committee was developed to identify, facilitate and organize opportunities to enhance engagement with HSAS members. The chair of this committee is appointed yearly following the Annual Convention and is responsible for forming, organizing, and the meeting of the committee. In the 2018-2019 fiscal year, the Member Engagement Committee participated in the Regina Labour Day picnic in September 2018. A booth was set up on the grounds of the legislature and the public was greeted by HSAS members and Executive Council Members. We also participated in the Saskatoon Pride Parade on June 23, 2019. HSAS members walked under a banner of “HSAS Celebrating Equality, Diversity & Solidarity in the Workplace.� Respectfully submitted, Cori Debert HSAS Membership Engagement Committee Chair
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COMMUNICATIONS committee report 2018-19 COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE MEMBERS Natalie Horejda, Committee Chair HSAS Board of Governor, Physical Therapist, Union Region 11 - Regina Karen Wasylenko HSAS President, Speech Language Pathologist, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Maureen Kraemer HSAS Vice-President, Social Worker, Union Region 12 - Weyburn Amy Ewart HSAS Treasurer, Mental Health Therapist, Union Region 11 - Regina Bill Fischer HSAS Executive Council, Advanced Care Paramedic, Union Region 11 - Regina Dean Job HSAS Executive Director Mark Jagoe HSAS Office Manager COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE SUPPORT Dawn Brown HSAS Communications Officer Holly Bratt HSAS Executive Assistant, Recorder The HSAS Communication Committee has two critical functions. Internally, the Committee works to ensure that the membership of HSAS is provided with accurate and timely information and externally, the Committee works to ensure that the public, the media and other stakeholders are made aware of the concerns of the HSAS membership. Since the launch of the current HSAS website, the Communications Committee has continued to evolve the website into a more functional and meaningful tool and source of information for all HSAS members, and visitors to the site. Through analytics, it continues to be confirmed that the HSAS/SAHO collective agreement is a frequently searched page. Last year, resources were allocated to improve the ease of use of that collective agreement- specifically the search functions. This year, an initiative was undertaken to improve the functionality of the other collective agreements which HSAS has negotiated on behalf of members, with the completion anticipated in the 20192020 fiscal year. To increase public awareness, the Communications Committee has continued to build upon the Blue/Green branding campaign. This included profession specific advertisement placement on public transit buses in Regina, Saskatoon, and Moose Jaw. Static and electronic ‘boards’ found within public buildings around the province also showcased HSAS professions. All of the profession
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‘posters’ can be found on the HSAS website “Look for Us” section under News and Media. The television commercial profession awareness campaign was launched in late fall 2017 with the production of four profession-focused commercials. In the 2018-2019 fiscal year, 4 new professionfocused television commercials were produced. They highlighted Assessor Coordinators, Public Health Inspectors, Dietitians, Pharmacists, and Occupational Therapists. The commercials have been shared on Facebook, YouTube, movie theatre pre-shows, and on the HSAS website. Communications also trialed a new Public awareness initiative in this fiscal year. Static billboards were added to the overall communication strategy. Nine communities across the province displayed the HSAS.ca logo for a one-month duration. In recent years, HSAS members had identified the need for new members of HSAS to make a connection with their union soon after their hire within healthcare. As reported in previous years, training sessions for new member orientators were held in 2013, 2014, 2016, and 2018 for those member volunteers from several union regions. An additional training session was held in May of 2019. Now, many new members are welcomed to HSAS at their union region orientation with a structured and member-delivered orientation. The information they receive assists in understanding their rights under the HSAS Collective Agreement and provides them with critical contact information.
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HSAS NEW MEMBER
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ORIENTATORS
IN PERSON 2018-19 Fiscal Year
HSAS continues to use a non-work email system to communicate directly with the membership, and social media, such as Facebook, to communicate HSAS messaging to a mix of members, public, government and media. Connecting directly with the membership on a consistent basis assists with the successful delivery of pertinent collective bargaining updates, important announcements, promotion of HSAS hosted events, such as the Annual Convention. An email delivered eBulletin has provided another vehicle for providing relevant and current information to HSAS membership. In the 2018-2019 fiscal year, 3 eBulletins were produced and distributed to the membership as well as numerous bargaining updates. Timeliness and quality of information will remain critical factors in the future delivery of information to our members. In closing, I would like to thank all members of the Communications Committee for their contribution and work over the 2018-2019 fiscal year. Respectfully submitted, Natalie Horejda HSAS Communications Committee Chair
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NEGOTIATING
committee report 2018-19 NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE MEMBERS Dean Job, Chief Negotiator/Negotiating Committee Chair HSAS Executive Director Karen Wasylenko HSAS President, Speech Language Pathologist, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Natalie Horejda HSAS Communications Committee Chair, Physical Therapist, Union Region 11 - Regina Maureen Kraemer HSAS Vice-President, Social Worker, Union Region 12 - Weyburn Angela Barsalou HSAS Secretary, Respiratory Therapist, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Shannon Orell-Bast Appointed Committee Member, Assessor Coordinator, Union Region 11 - Regina Scott Boucher Appointed Committee Member, Dietitian, Union Region 11 - Regina Jodi Posehn Appointed Committee Member, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Sergio Silveira Appointed Committee Member, Paramedic, Union Region 6 - Unity
NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE SUPPORT Holly Bratt HSAS Executive Assistant, Recorder
EMPLOYER NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE MEMBERS Ben Wihlidal (Lead) Labour Relations Consultant, Regina Eric Sarauer Labour Relations Consultant, Saskatoon Greg Pauli Manager, Saskatoon Sandeep Sharma Manager, Rehabilitation Services, North Battleford Jim Cheyne EMS Care Team Manager, Outlook Liam Turnley Analyst, Compensation & Research, Regina Heather Murray Director, Community Care Branch, Ministry of Health, Regina
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The HSAS/SAHO bargaining process is underway and progressing well to date as can be seen through our Membership bargaining updates so far. The HSAS Negotiating Committee and SAHO met on December 18, 2018 to exchange bargaining agendas and to discuss the background behind each of the presented proposals within each package. Since our December 2018 exchange both sides have been dedicated to securing dates through until December 2019 in order to meet and continue to discuss the contents of the proposals of each party. Membership Bargaining Updates November 2018 March 2019 January 2019 August 2019 Committee/SAHO Meeting Dates December 18, 2019 May 14, 15, 16, 2019 January 15, 16, 17, 2019 May 28, 29, 30, 2019 March 5, 6, 7, 2019 June 4, 5, 6, 2019 April 23, 24, 25, 2019 Upcoming Meeting Dates September 17, 18, 19, 2019 September 25, 26, 27, 2019 October 8, 9, 10, 2019 November 5, 6, 7, 2019
November 13, 14, 15, 2019 December 10, 11, 12, 2019 December 17, 18, 19, 2019
In closing, I would like to thank all the members of the Negotiating Committee for their hard work to date and I look forward to continuing our work towards securing a new Collective Agreement for our membership. Respectfully submitted, Dean Job HSAS Executive Director
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committee report 2018-19 FINANCE COMMITTEE MEMBERS Amy Ewart, Committee Chair HSAS Treasurer, Mental Health Therapist, Union Region 11 - Regina Karen Wasylenko HSAS President, Speech Language Pathologist, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Karen Schmid HSAS Board of Governor, Respiratory Therapist, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Tara Watts HSAS Executive Council, Pharmacist, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Krishna Vegunta HSAS Executive Council, Physical Therapist, Union Region 11 - Regina Anil Sarkar HSAS Member-at-Large, Respiratory Therapist, Union Region 7 - Saskatoon Dean Job HSAS Executive Director Mark Jagoe HSAS Office Manager The Finance Committee is responsible for managing the finances of HSAS. Duties include: • Supervising the preparation of the annual budget. • Monitoring all revenue and expenditures in relationship to the budget. The Finance Committee also oversees the following portfolios: • Education Funds • Charitable Donations • Professional Contributions EDUCATION FUND A.
Continuing Education Fund
The Education Fund was established at the October 1990 Annual Convention. The purpose of the fund is to provide financial assistance to members who partake in an educational event directly related to their present position. A lottery system is used to select successful applicants. Names are drawn from those eligible on the following dates: twenty-five (25) on January 15, 2019 and twenty-five (25) on June 15, 2019. Successful applicants are eligible for a maximum of $500.00 of financial assistance. This year’s lottery results are as follows:
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January 15, 2019 Draw Twenty-five (25) successful applicants were drawn from sixty-eight (68) applications submitted: Stephanie Bancescue Physical Therapist Union Region 11 Blake Carroll Paramedic Union Region 5 Deirdre Cavanagh Occupational Therapist Union Region 7 Megan Constantinoff Occupational Therapist Union Region 7 Gwendolen Coziahr Speech Language Pathologist Union Region 7 Leigh Dueck Occupational Therapist Union Region 7 Jesse Dziad Occupational Therapist Union Region 7 Rata Hafezi Physical Therapist Union Region 7 Shanae Harvey Addictions Counsellor Union Region 11 Kurtis Holmes Social Worker Union Region 11 Kyra Kane Physical Therapist Union Region 11 Marisa Kermack Social Worker Union Region 6 Heidi LeComte Physical Therapist Union Region 4 JoAnn McKenzie Physical Therapist Union Region 7 Amanda Mihalicz Social Worker Union Region 11 Dana Monette Occupational Therapist Union Region 4 John-Etienne Myburgh Psychologist Union Region 3 Nadeane Nelson Physical Therapist Union Region 11 Brenda Pedscalny Social Worker Union Region 11 Stephanie Solomon-Ani Occupational Therapist Union Region 7 Anissa Van Dusen Physical Therapist Union Region 7 Jodi Walkner Physical Therapist Union Region 7 Melanie Warken Nutritionist Union Region 10 Kinley Wolfe Speech Language Pathologist Union Region 7 Barbara Wright Nutritionist Union Region 12 June 15, 2019 Draw Twenty-five (25) successful applicants were drawn from forty-nine (49) applications submitted: Mitchell Aker Occupational Therapist Union Region 11 Leanne Banman Dietitian Union Region 9 Leanne Banman Dietitian Union Region 9 Shaelene Barker Speech Language Pathologist Union Region 7 Jennifer Bezaire Perfusionist Union Region 7 Jody Cannam Physical Therapist Union Region 7 Alanna Coode Occupational Therapist Union Region 7 Paige Danskin Social Worker Union Region 6 Mary Deren Health Educator Union Region 11 April Ellis Occupational Therapist Union Region 7 Judy Fisher Occupational Therapist Union Region 7 Kari Froehlich Physical Therapist Union Region 7 Andrea Gerein Physical Therapist Union Region 7 Jason Greville Occupational Therapist Union Region 11 Jackie Kivol Occupational Therapist Union Region 11
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Heather Lane Occupational Therapist Union Region 11 Jennifer Martin Respiratory Therapist Union Region 7 Amanda Mihalicz Social Worker Union Region 11 Geoffrey Mitchell Physical Therapist Union Region 11 Roseann Nasser Dietitian Union Region 11 Andrea Rocheleau Occupational Therapist Union Region 4 Amanda Schenstead Music Therapist Union Region 11 Ashlee Suidak Addictions Counsellor Union Region 4 Chantelle Thomas Speech Language Pathologist Union Region 11 Lana Wilkinson Music Therapist Union Region 11 B.
Scholarships
In 1984, the Health Sciences Association of Saskatchewan established a Scholarship Foundation. One of its objectives is to promote educational achievement, particularly in post-secondary areas of study or training in a post-secondary educational institution. The following scholarships have been established:
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Ron Currie Award
Established in 1985, this $500.00 scholarship is awarded to a Pharmacy student in the College of Pharmacy at the University of Saskatchewan. The award recognizes Ron’s leadership in guiding the formation of our union. The recipient is chosen by a committee representing the Faculty of Pharmacy, HSAS and the Pharmacy Students Society.
The recipient of the Ron Currie Award in 2019 is Kendra Dilsner.
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Silver Anniversary Scholarship
The 1997 Annual Convention established scholarships to mark the 25th anniversary of the Health Sciences Association of Saskatchewan. Thirty (30) five hundred dollar ($500) scholarships are awarded to a spouse or dependent of a Health Sciences Association of Saskatchewan member enrolled in full-time studies at a post-secondary educational institution leading to a degree, diploma or certificate. This fiscal year we had seventy (70) applicants. Completed application forms were to be received in the Saskatoon office no later than October 1, 2018.
This fiscal year’s successful applicants were:
1. Barbara Anderson, Physical Therapist, Union Region 11, whose son, Brendan Anderson, is pursuing International Studies at the University of Regina. 2.
Cara Chow, Occupational Therapist, Union Region 10, whose son, Payton Chow, is pursuing a Business Diploma at Sask Polytech.
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Judith Der, Assessor Coordinator, Union Region 7, whose son, Justice Der, is pursuing a Bachelor of Music at Humber College.
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Deanne Dowling, Pharmacist, Union Region 4, whose son, Spencer Dowling, is pursuing a Bachelor of Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan.
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Joelle Dulos, Audiologist, Union Region 7, whose daughter, Ava Dulos, is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Saskatchewan.
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Shauna Earl, Social Worker, Union Region 12, whose daughter, Macy Earl, is pursuing a BSc in Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan.
7. Glenda Erickson, Occupational Therapist, Union Region 8, whose son, Jory Erickson, is pursuing a Bachelor of Education at the University of Regina. 8. 9.
Tracy Erickson, Addictions Counsellor, Union Region 8, whose son, Jory Erickson, is pursuing a Bachelor of Education at the University of Regina. Tricia Flavel, Occupational Therapist, Union Region 17, whose daughter, Andrea Loraas, is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan.
10. James Fong, Occupational Therapist, Union Region 11, whose daughter, Amy Fong, is pursuing a Bachelor of Business Admin at the University of Regina. 11. Sheila Kerr, Physical Therapist, Union Region 11, whose daughter, Michelle Dickie, is pursuing a BSW at the University of Regina. 12. Coralie Lennea, Occupational Therapist, Union Region 7, whose daughter, Jadyn Lennea, is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology at the Canadian Mennonite University. 13.
Heidi Ludwig-Auser, Dietitian, Union Region 7, whose daughter, Teresa Auser, is pursuing a Bachelor of Education at the University of Saskatchewan
14. Paula Macomber, Recreation Therapist, Union Region 11, whose daughter, Hanna Macomber, is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Health Studies at the University of Saskatchewan. 15. Sherry Maertens, Assessor Coordinator, Union Region 11, whose son, Jaeden Maertens, is pursuing Software Engineering at the University of Regina. 16. Karen McAuley, Physical Therapist, Union Region 11, whose daughter, Kylie Cousins, is pursuing a Doctor in Veterinary Medicine at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine. 17.
Brent McKee, Social Worker, Union Region 8, whose son, Matthew McKee, is pursuing Bachelor of Education at the University of Regina.
18. JoAnne McKenzie, Physical Therapist, Union Region 7, whose daughter, Anna McKenzie, is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics at the University of Saskatchewan.
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Laura Moltz, Occupational Therapist, Union Region 11, whose son, Troy Moltz, is pursuing Degree in Power and Process Engineering at the British Columbia Institute of Technology.
20. Brad Nistor, Respiratory Therapist, Union Region 11, whose step daughter, Maria Bauer, is pursuing a Bachelor of Education at Trinity Western University. 21. Terry Nordgulen, Mental Health Therapist, Union Region 11, whose daughter, Brooklyn Nordgulen, is pursuing an Elementary Education Degree at the University of Regina. 22.
Tanya Nystrom, Pharmacist, Union Region 8, whose son, Keenan Nystrom, is pursuing Computer Science at the University of Toronto.
23. Gail Paskey, Physical Therapist, Union Region 11, whose son, Conn Randall, is pursuing a Masters of Arts in Intelligence and International Security at King’s College. 24.
Valerie Pottle, Social Worker, Union Region 7, whose daughter, Andrea Pottle, is pursuing a Bachelor in Education at the University of Saskatchewan.
25. Drew Raddum-Prediger, Psychometrician, Union Region 7, whose spouse, Sissel Raddum-Prediger, is pursuing a Master in Social Work at the University of Regina. 26.
Susan Rader, Social Worker, Union Region 10, whose daughter, Chantel Rader, is pursuing a Nurse Practitioner Degree at the University of Saskatchewan.
27. Gillian Revell, Assessor Coordinator, Union Region 7, whose daughter, Sarah Revell, is pursuing Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan. 28.
Shannon Stone, Pharmacist, Union Region 7, whose daughter, Briana Stone, is pursuing a Bachelor of Science at the University of Saskatchewan.
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Dave Wasylyshyn, Pharmacist, Union Region 11, whose son, Daniel Wasylyshyn, is pursuing a Bachelor of Science at the University of Regina.
30. Kerrie Weflen, Assessor Coordinator, Union Region 11, whose son, Mathew Dorish, is pursuing a Bachelor of Science at the University of Regina. C.
Labour Relations Fund
This fund was established by Executive Council at its February 19, 1992 meeting. The purpose is to encourage the Health Sciences Association of Saskatchewan members to increase their knowledge of industrial relations. The sum of $1,200 per fiscal year is available to members. Monies are distributed on a first come, first served basis to a maximum of $400 per member. There were no recipients of the Labour Relations Award in the 2018-2019 fiscal year. D.
Roberta Ekberg Award
This award was established at the 2003 Annual Convention to recognize Roberta Ekberg’s
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contributions and long standing commitment to HSAS. An award of five hundred dollars ($500) is provided to an HSAS activist, HSAS employee or HSAS legal counsel who has contributed to furthering the visions and interests of HSAS. Nominations for this award will be accepted no later than August 31 of each year. There is no recipient of the Roberta Ekberg Award for the 2018-2019 fiscal year. E.
Emergency Fund
Two (2) members received funding from the Emergency Fund this year. They received $500 each. F.
Warren Chykowski Memorial Award
This award is to honor the memory of Warren Chykowski as a valued Member to HSAS for all that he accomplished during his years involved with the Union. In his memory HSAS would like to encourage Respiratory Therapy students to stay in or relocate to Saskatchewan, and become a Member of HSAS to follow in Warren’s footsteps. One (1) $500 award winner is chosen per year. The recipient of the Warren Chykowski Award for the 2018-2019 fiscal year is Sherren Gillott. G.
Community Engagement Volunteer Fund
Established in 2017, the purpose of this fund is to support member engagement in community and volunteer activities. Members are eligible to apply for a maximum of $500 per fiscal year. The Community Engagement Volunteer Fund recipients for the 2018-2019 fiscal year are: Leslie Beck, Twyla Sim and Sarah Friesen. Respectfully submitted, Amy Ewart HSAS Finance Committee Chair
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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY committee report 2018-19 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Bill Fischer, Committee Chair HSAS Executive Council, Advanced Care Paramedic, Union Region 11 - Regina Krishna Vegunta HSAS Executive Council, Physical Therapist, Union Region 11 - Regina Haley Oshowy HSAS Executive Council, Dietitian, Union Region 10 - Moose Jaw In the 2018-2019 fiscal year, the OH&S Committee focused on determining the state of the OH&S as it pertains to HSAS members in the SHA. Early in the year, HSAS contacted the SHA for a list of OH&S committees in the province. The list we received was incomplete and out of date. A different approach was tried and HSAS requested a list of all HSAS members by work site. Obtaining this information would allow HSAS to compile a database of members, their worksites and OH&S Committees at those worksites. Completion of this initiative would allow HSAS to ensure that all members are represented by an OH&S committee, and that all worksites have appropriate committees in place. The SHA agreed with this request and instructed managers to comply with our request. We did receive a few lists in July but certainly have not received all of the lists, as of this writing. In addition to ensuring representation, the Committee has developed and distributed a process to be followed by the SHA when worksites require HSAS representation on OH&S committees due to vacancies or establishment of a new worksite OH&S Committee. The process includes how to properly recruit to those worksites and the role HSAS plays in the process as determined by the OH&S government regulations. OH&S regulations require that the Union is involved and that the Union’s own policies on the selection and appointment of members to OH&S committees are followed. The committee is also involved in an advisory group to the SHA in developing a Safety System Management plan and participates on the board of Saskatchewan Association for Safe Workplaces in Health (SASWH). Additionally, the OH&S Committee has acted as a resource for resolving conflicts between Employer co-chairs and the members of the committees in regards to meeting times and time away from work to perform OH&S functions. Questions regarding OH&S can be directed to ohs@hsas.ca. Respectfully submitted, Bill Fischer HSAS Occupational Health & Safety Committee Chair
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HSAS Member, Marcel Shevalier, HSAS Secretary Angela Barsalou & HSAS President Karen Wasylenko at the 2018 Labour Day Picnic in Regina, SK.
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HSAS at the 2019 Saskatoon Pride Parade. Photo credit: Tara Watts
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EXECUTIVE & OFFICERS 2018-19
The HSAS Executive Council manages and supervises the affairs and business of HSAS. They are accountable to the professional, occupational or composite group(s) that they represent. They raise awareness, at the provincial level, of the opinions and concerns of their professional colleagues who are Members of HSAS.
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EXECUTIVE OFFICERS hsas executive council 2018-19 Karen Wasylenko HSAS President
Speech Language Pathologist Union Region #7 - Saskatoon Term ends: October 2019
Maureen Kraemer HSAS Vice-President Social Worker Union Region #12 - Weyburn
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Angela Barsalou HSAS Secretary
Respiratory Therapist Union Region #7 - Saskatoon
Amy Ewart
HSAS Treasurer Mental Health Therapist
Union Region #11 - Regina
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EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
provincial representation 2018-19 Tracy Erickson
Addictions Counsellor Union Region #8 - Yorkton Representing: Addictions Counsellors Term ends: October 2019
Colleen Howe
Assessor Coordinator Union Region #11 - Regina Representing: Assessor Coordinators Term ends: October 2020
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Shannon Orell-Bast Assessor Coordinator
Union Region #11 - Regina Representing: Assessor Coordinators Term ends: October 2019
Haley Oshowy
Dietitian
Union Region #10 - Moose Jaw Representing: Dietitians, Research Dietitians, Nutritionists & Research Approval Coordinators Term ends: October 2020
Bill Fischer
Paramedic
Union Region #11 - Regina Representing: Emergency Medical Technicians, Emergency Medical Technicians-Advanced, Paramedics, Dispatchers & PAD Coordinator Paramedics Term ends: October 2019
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Mathieu Leonard Paramedic
Union Region #11 - Regina Representi ng: Representi ng: Emergency Medical Technicians, Emergency Medical Technicians - Advanced, Paramedics, Dispatchers & PAD Coordinator Paramedics Term ends: October 2019
Amy Ewart
Mental Health Therapist Union Region #11 - Regina Representi ng: Mental Health Therapists & Recreati on Therapists Term ends: October 2020
Lara Ewanchuk
Occupati onal Therapist Union Region #7 - Saskatoon Representi ng: Occupati onal Therapists Term ends: October 2020
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Tara Watts
Pharmacist
Union Region #7 - Saskatoon Representing: Pharmacists, Radio Pharmacists Nuclear Medicine & Clinical Coordinators Term ends: October 2019
Krishna Vegunta Physical Therapist
Union Region #11 - Regina Representing: Physical Therapists, Prosthetists, Orthotists, Exercise/Conditioning Therapists & Rehab Program Team Coordinators Term ends: October 2020
Juliana Cook
Physical Therapist Union Region #7 - Saskatoon Representing: Physical Therapists, Prosthetists, Orthotists, Exercise/Conditioning Therapists & Rehab Program Team Coordinators Term ends: October 2019
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Marcel Peloquin Clinical Associate
Union Region #7 - Saskatoon Representing: Psychologists & Psychometricians Term ends: October 2020
Ken Cross
Public Health Inspector Union Region #12 - Weyburn Representing: Public Health Inspectors, Genetic Counsellors, Infection Control Practitioners, Health Educators, Dental Therapists, Dental Health Educators, Population Health Promotion Practitioners & Therapy Educators
Term ends: October 2020
Angela Barsalou
Respiratory Therapist Union Region #7 - Saskatoon Representing: Respiratory Therapists, Perfusionists, Anaesthesia Assistants, Midwives, Medical Lab Technicians & Biomedical Technologists Term ends: October 2019
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Maureen Kraemer
Social Worker
Union Region #12 - Weyburn Representing: Social Workers, Family Support Workers, Medical Education Coordinators & Vocational Counsellors Term ends: October 2020
Lori Fielder
Social Worker Union Region #5 - Melfort Representing: Social Workers, Family Support Workers, Medical Education Coordinators & Vocational Counsellors Term ends: October 2019
Cori Debert
Speech Language Pathologist Union Region #7 - Saskatoon Representing: Audiologists, Speech Language Pathologists, Music Therapists, Orthoptists, Autism Spectrum Disorder Consultants & Bereavement Coordinators Term ends: October 2020
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BOARD OF GOVERNORS hsas governance 2018-19 Natalie Horejda
Board of Governor Physical Therapist Union Region #11 - Regina
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Karen Schmid
Board of Governor Respiratory Therapist Union Region #7 - Saskatoon Term ends: October 2021
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THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING in this year’s annual convention!
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