Local 636 Backgrounder

• Many years ago, utility workers in Ontario were represented by separate independent Local Unions while full time management organizations had access to a province-wide communications network.

• Recognizing the strength in unity, these independent locals joined together to form what is now Local Union 636.

• Today, Local 636 proudly represents almost 4400 men and women employed in various types of industry in the public and private sectors from Windsor to Ottawa.

Standing with you / Speaking for you…

• Six (6) Full-time Business Representatives are assigned to provide leadership, counsel and support to members in Regions across Ontario;

• Expert Legal Counsel provided by KoskieMinsky;

• State-of-the-art technology to serve our members\' needs;

Representation at all Levels

• International Representatives offer guidance support and resources to help us deal with issues on the national, provincial, regional and municipal stages.

• The Business Manager; President; Vice President; Treasurer and; Recording Secretary are elected by the members.

• Regional Representatives are elected by the members to serve them on the provincial Executive Board

• Unit Officers elected from their membership to meet the individual needs of each unit

Education/Training

• Local 636 is committed to educating its members and keeping them aware of the issues which challenge them in the workplace.

• A full time Education and Training Officer provides the resources and training courses necessary keep our members informed on various issues such as:

  • Negotiations

  • Wages and benefit trends

  • Health and safety in the workplace

  • New or changing labour laws

  • Workplace Safety and Insurance Board legislation

  • Grievance handling

  • Steward training

  • Effective Communications

  • Apprentice Training

Membership Support

• Enforcing fair and equitable working conditions for all our members

• Defending members\' rights

• Negotiations support and training

• Grievance handling and arbitration presentation

• Regular membership meetings for each Unit

• Representation on Workplace Health & Safety Committees

• Group auto and home insurance plan