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The Constitution is HSAA’s highest expression of the collective will of the membership of the Union. It stands as the ultimate authority upon which every decision is based. As such, it can only be amended by a 2/3 vote of the delegates at Convention of a special meeting.

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Table of contents

Article 3 - Function

  1. To secure for members, fair terms and conditions of employment.
  2. To apply for certification as a bargaining agent on behalf of employees or groups of employees pursuant to the provisions of the Labour Relations Code, Public Service Employee Relations Act, or the Canada Labour Code and to enter into collective agreements with employers on behalf of employees.
  3. To regulate relations between members and their employers.
  4. To cooperate and deal fairly with employers in adjusting difficulties which may arise between employers and employees.
  5. To promote the continuation of high standards of patient care.
  6. To promote progressive and oppose regressive legislation, particularly in the areas of labour relations, labour standards, health care and human rights.
  7. To cooperate with professional associations on matters of common interest and concern.
  8. To cooperate with unions and organizations of unions in order to promote the above objects of 3.06 and 3.07

Last updated: May 31, 2024