SGEU Constitution May 2022

4.2.2.4. To receive a copy of the Constitution of the Union and to be advised of amendments to it, and to receive an up-to-date copy at the member’s request whenever the Constitution is amended and reprinted.

4.2.3. A member shall remain in good standing provide they are: 4.2.3.1. Not more than three (3) months in arrears in payment of dues; 4.2.3.2. Gainfully employed in a bargaining unit for which the Union holds or seeks recognized bargaining rights; 4.2.3.3. Not penalized by suspension or termination following sanction under Article 12.1, the Code of Ethics of the Constitution, or the policy of the Union; 4.2.3.4. Not penalized by suspension or termination following sanction of a breach of SGEU’s Statement of Equality, provided that in accordance with any applicable laws, no such penalty shall require the employer to discharge such member from employment; and 4.2.3.5. Not penalized by suspension or termination for participating in an attempt by another organization to displace SGEU from its bargaining rights in respect of any bargaining unit SGEU represents. 4.2.3.6. However, failure to meet the requirements of Articles 4.2.3.1 or 4.2.3.2 above shall not disqualify members who are absent from their regular place of employment on leave of absence, paid or unpaid leave as per Article 4.3, 4.4 and 4.5. Nor shall it disqualify members who are absent from their regular place of employment under Article 4.6.

4.2.4. Notwithstanding the provision of Article 4.2.3.2, upon payment of full Union dues a member shall remain in good standing while: 4.2.4.1. Holding elected political office in any government, municipal, municipal board or commission, school board, public utility, social or welfare agency; or 4.2.4.2. Holding appointed office on any board or commission, etc. as a representative of labour; or 4.2.4.3. Holding elected or appointed office in any labour organization to which the Union is affiliated.

4.2.5. Only members in good standing may hold office. 4.2.5.1. Members resigning from an elected position must do so in writing. A three (3) day grace period will be given to the member to withdraw their resignation. Once the grace period has passed the following process will be followed: a) The alternate would step in to complete the elected term b) If no alternate then the Constitution, Sector/Local Bylaws or Bargaining Guidelines process for filing of vacant positions would come into effect. 4.2.5.2. A member that resigns or is not re-elected shall return all assets of SGEU and grievance documentation to SGEU within 14 days.