Code of ethics

CODE OF ETHICS

All elected officers, including stewards, are expected to follow the union’s code of ethics. To ensure that these standards are upheld, SGEU has adopted the following standards for its elected officials:

• In all aspects of union activity, conduct themselves in accordance with union policy and in a manner which reflects well on SGEU and its membership.

• Become knowledgeable about the internal structure of the union and the applicable CBA.

• Enforce the CBAs of the various bargaining units in SGEU, and accept no less than the negotiated provisions for the members.

• Always represent the members without personal bias or discrimination, and observe confidentiality when dealing with sensitive matters regarding membership servicing.

• Attend all functions, meetings, and training when called upon by the union, as directed by the bylaws, bargaining guidelines, policies, and constitution.

• Always reflect the official union policy when dealing with management.

• Discharge duties in the best interests of the membership, without consideration for personal gain, and refuse all gifts, gratuities, and favours.

• Shall work at all times within the union structure when expressing disagreements or criticisms about the internal workings or policy of the Union, other union members or the paid staff of the Union.

Failure to comply with the code of conduct may be grounds for disciplinary action as outlined in the SGEU constitution.