MEMBERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

As a member in good standing with LOCAL UNION 636, I.B.E.W. you have the responsibility…

• To build solidarity and promote harmonious relationships within our Union and discourage factional bickering in the workplace and;
• To conform to and abide by the Constitution and Laws of the I.B.E.W. and Local 636 and;
• To support the growth of our Union through the organization of unorganized workers and;
• To uphold the principles outlined by the 'Statement of Commitment to my Brothers and Sisters' and;
• To get to know the IBEW and Local 636 - understanding our history, structure, mission and role within the labour community will help you understand where we have been and, where we are going and;
• To attend and actively participate in all Union meetings and exercise your democratic voting rights and;
• To defend your Union against harmful rumours, subversive shop talk or malicious gossip and;
• To maintain open lines of communication with the Unit Chairperson, Stewards, Officers, other members and the Area Business Representative and;
• To promote union building activities and support the actions of our Union and the labour movement - including political action and;
• To promote and support the 'Union Label' - buying products that have been produced by Union members is not only a guarantee of high quality and good craftsmanship but also strengthens Unionism.