Hello CUPE 411 members!
I extend my sincere appreciation to the outgoing CUPE Local 411 Executive officers. For their unwavering dedication and service. Serving on the Executive is a demanding and often unrecognized responsibility. Our roles require significant personal sacrifice, including time away from our families and school sites. Giving up our breaks, evenings and weekends, often without the awareness of the general membership. Each Executive Officer has played a vital role in upholding the Collective Agreement and advocating for our members. We have represented members during grievances and disciplinary processes, provided support through hardships and injuries, completed forms, made phone calls and other administrative requirements. What has resonated most with me is the collective commitment and resolve demonstrated when our members need support. We consistently approach challenging meetings with determination while always striving for fairness and equity.
Dale, Debbie, Cody, Katie, Krista, Jocelyn and Tammy. As you all step away, I want to thank each of you for the time, effort, and dedication you have shown in working collaboratively to support our Executive and our members. Your hard work has made a significant impact in our Union collectively.
Robert and Jeff, your calm and thoughtful demeanour, combined with your wealth of knowledge and experience, greatly enhance the effectiveness of our team. Thank you both for your steady presence and meaningful contributions.
Kari and Sharon, I am truly excited about the opportunities ahead as we work together through our newly formed CUPE 411 Health and Safety Committee. I look forward to what we will accomplish as a team.
Kristy, Richanda, Kate and Nathan. Thank you for accepting the nominations and for embarking on this new journey. I look forward to the work that we will be able to accomplish together.
To my friend and sister in solidarity, April. As you step away from the role of President and into the role of Secretary-Treasurer, I wish to express my gratitude for your exemplary leadership and tireless commitment over the past year. The countless hours, weekends, evenings and holidays you have dedicated to the Union were always guided by the principles of fairness and equity, never for personal gain or political advancement. I am especially thankful for your mentorship, encouragement, and support. I aspire to uphold the standards you have set and look forward to working together to continue making a positive impact within the District.
To all of you who attended the AGM and supported my appointment, I am deeply grateful for your confidence in my abilities. I pledge to serve all divisions – transportation, assistants, maintenance, clerical and custodial – with dedication and integrity. My commitment is to advocate for and support each of you to the best of my ability.
In Solidarity,
Agnieszka (Aggie) Malecki
President, CUPE Local 411
