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To our CUPE 1522 Members,
We would like to provide an update regarding the ongoing bargaining process between CUPE Local 1522 and the Lord Selkirk School Division.
Negotiations are continuing, and while this is a lengthy and often frustrating process, we want you to know that movement is happening on both sides of the table. At this time, a final agreement has not yet been reached.
We hear you. We see you. We understand and acknowledge the frustrations that come with prolonged negotiations. Please know that your bargaining team is working diligently and in good faith to secure the best possible agreement on behalf of our members.
As discussions progress and when there is meaningful information to share, we will provide updates to our members at the appropriate time. Thank you for your continued patience, solidarity, and support throughout this process.
In solidarity,
Your Bargaining Committee
Update on Seniority List
The Union is scheduled to meet with the School Division in the upcoming weeks to review and discuss the outstanding issues related to the seniority list.
We thank you for your patience as this matter continues to be addressed.
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Clerical Collective Agreement
Leave Of Absence​
Article 15
15.08 Religious Leave
An employee shall be allowed a leave of absence up to a maximum of three (3) days per school year without loss of pay for religious days observed by the employee.
Employees shall not absent themselves from duty for reasons of religious days without first notifying the Assistant Superintendent. The following notification period shall apply:
(a) Employees on staff requiring religious leave during the school year shall provide notice in writing on the prescribed form as soon as possible after the start of the school year, however, not later than September 30th.
(b) In instances where religious leave is required prior to September 30th in the school year notice shall be given within ten (10) working days after the start of the school year unless the religious day falls within the first ten (10) working days of the school year where the notice shall not be less than five (5) working days.
(c) Where the appropriate notice has not been given, religious leave without pay up to a maximum of three (3) days will be provided to the employee. The parties agree that this article constitutes reasonable accommodation for religious holy leave.
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Custodial Collective Agreement
Leave Of Absence
Article 15
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15.09 Religious Leave
An employee shall be allowed a leave of absence up to a maximum of three (3) days per school year without loss of pay for religious days observed by the employee.
Employees shall not absent themselves from duty for reasons of religious days without first notifying the Secretary-Treasurer. The following notification period shall apply:
(a) Employees on staff requiring religious leave during the school year shall provide notice in writing on the prescribed form as soon as possible after the start of the school year, however, not later than September 30d .
(b) In instances where religious leave is required prior to September 30'' in the school year notice shall be given within ten (10) working days after the start of the school year, unless the religious day falls within the first ten (10) working days of the school year where the notice shall not be less than five (5) working days.
(c) Where the appropriate notice has not been given, religious leave without pay up to a maximum of three (3) days will be provided to the employee.