Committees Overview

Committees

Elected Compensation Employees’ Union officials sit on a wide array of Joint Committees with the Employer to discuss and promote our Members’ interests on non-grievance issues, including: Workload; Harassment; Drug & Alcohol; Return to Work; Mental Health; OHS and more.

 

Finance and Investment Committees

Michael Hess, Treasurer

The CEU Treasurer acts as Chairperson of both the Finance Committee and the Investment Committee.

The management of CEU finances is guided by general principles of fiduciary responsibility.  This is similar to being managers of a trust fund. CEU elected Executive Board members are entrusted with the care of your CEU money and CEU property.

There are two parts to this financial management: the income of the union (based on dues and investment returns); and, the spending authorized by the union (annual operations of the CEU office). Generally, the Treasurer monitors income/spending and makes financial recommendations to the Executive Board.

Michael Hess was elected CEU Treasurer in November 2019.

More about the Finance and Investment Committees →

 

 

Corporate Health and Safety Committees

 

Erin Guy, Co-Chair

 

The joint Corporate Health and Safety committee is composed of employer and CEU representatives with a mandate to collaboratively improve workplace health and safety. This committee specifically addresses corporate issues that may impact all workplaces provincially; it is in addition to local joint health and safety committees and worker health and safety representatives located in each SDL.

Meeting at least once per month, and virtually posting minutes of the meetings for all members to access, the committee:

    • Identifies hazards and recommend effective responses

    • Addresses worker complaints related to health and safety.

    • Consults with workers and employers on health and safety issues.

    • Recommends improvements to health and safety programs and monitors their effectiveness.

    • Advises on health and safety training and workplace changes that may affect worker.

    • Ensures inspections and investigations are conducted as required.

 

Member Engagement Committee

Linda LaRose, Chair; Ashley Bjurman, Co-Chair; Lisa Langevin, CEU LRO

The Member Engagement Committee is committed to building a strong, connected, and active union community across the CEU and greater labour community. Our goal is to ensure that every member—no matter their role or location—feels informed, involved, and empowered as part of our collective voice.
 
The committee works to improve communication between members and the CEU Executive, encourage participation in union events and decision-making, and promote transparency and trust within the union. We also help create pathways for leadership and skill development, supporting members who want to grow their involvement in the labour movement.
 
With a focus on inclusive representation, the committee brings together members from diverse backgrounds to help guide our engagement efforts. We’re dedicated to creating meaningful ways for members to stay informed and connected. The committee has proudly led and supported key CEU initiatives, including Labour Night at the Lions and the Road to Solidarity Tour. These events are just a few examples of how we aim to strengthen solidarity and build lasting connections across the CEU membership.
 
We welcome participation from members across the union and are always working on new, measurable ways to improve engagement. If you have ideas, questions, or want to get involved, we’d love to hear from you.
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