Modernization Committee – We make recommendations about ways to improve/modernize the Local, from updating the platform, seeking new technology and systems. For example, they recommended to buy tablets to attend social events and do surveys, or members using it at meetings to vote using the platform, etc.
Bylaws Committee – We review the bylaws and provide recommendation to general membership for amendment.
Social Committee – We plan social events specially a summer and winter event. This committee aims to engage all CUPE 1287.
Membership Engagement Committee – We make recommendations to improve engagement by empowering members with educating, tools and resources. For example, giving them the tools to have one on one conversation about matters that are impacting the Local, their community and workplaces.
Negotiating Advisory Committee/Bargaining Team – Every unit, as per bylaws, must establish a committee at least six (6) months prior to the expiry of each unit – collective agreement – and automatically disbanded when a bargaining team has been elected. The function of this committee is to prepare collective bargaining proposals.