ONA provides members with many forms of representation. Use the links below as references. Your local reps are available to assist you in understanding and enforcing your rights. When in doubt - call your local reps!

Contracts

2008 Central Collective Agreement

• Highlights of 2008 Central Agreement
• Monetary Issues: Salary, Premiums, Shift Differential, Benefits, Vacation
• Committees, Professional Responsibility/Workload Issues
• Leaves: Maternity/Parental, Bereavement, Personal, Jury, Union

Local Collective Agreement

• Non-monetary Issues: Scheduling, Vacation Scheduling, Part-time Commitment, Local Committee Structure

Hint:  Use the search function in the PDF file to find specific issues in the contract(s)

Grievance Process

The union and the hospital agree to use the grievance process to resolve disputes or disagreements in the interpretation of our contract. There is nothing to fear if you cannot resolve a situation on your own. Let your manager know that you disagree and that you will be filing a grievance. Do not delay - the timelines are very strict.

If you believe you have a grievance - contact the Grievance VP: 905-318-5773 x1

Print or Email the Fact Sheet below and include copies of all relevant information to defend your grievance (pay stub; schedules; letters)

Grievance Fact Sheet: PDF or Word

Occupational Health & Safety

The Occupational Health and Safety Act is the most powerful legislation to promote safe workplaces. Notify the local of any unsafe or hazardous situations.

If you are injured in the workplace, or require assistance for a non-work related illness/disability: Contact the Local 70 Health and Safety Rep at your site or leave a message for the Executive Rep at (905) 318-5773 (voicemail # 2)

Contact: Local 70 Occupational Health and Safety Reps & Return to Work Reps

Violence in the Workplace

You have a right to work in an environment free from violence and bullying. Speak up - consult with your ONA local reps to assist in these types of situations.

ONA Education

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2010 Course Descriptions

• Registration Form will be here when courses are booked

• For planning workshops we need to know what education you would like from the 2010 calendar. 

• Email BJ Swanson: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it  and Pat MacDonald: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it  with your education needs/requests so we can ensure that we get enough spots for Local 70

**Members must be pre-authorized by the Local 70 Executive if you want to claim for salary reimbursement and expenses to attend the educational opportunities**  See the Registration form for instructions to apply for time off.

Sick Leave Benefits

Short Term Disability 1980 Brochure

For Nurses hired prior to Jan 1, 2006 - see the 1980 Brochure

Short Term Disability 1992 Brochure

For Nurses hired after Jan 1, 2006 - see the 1992 Brochure

Contact the local if you are denied sick pay or if you have concerns about the conduct of Cowan Consulting.