Our Plan

Changes for the Now

Immediate action in the first 100 days and beyond — because members can't wait

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Expanded IT Audit

The narrow audit passed months ago but nothing came of it. We'll expand scope to cover full IT infrastructure and the failed dispatch project.

Complete infrastructure-wide IT audit with actionable recommendations
Address failed dispatch project issues with real solutions
Deliver results, not just another report

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Budget Transparency

Present operating budgets by department to the membership. Regular project updates from appointed project leads — structural reform, not another empty "finance committee" promise.

Operating budgets presented to membership by department
Project budgets with clear scope, timeline, and cost
Regular project updates from project leads
Legal review for vendor contracts
Proper trustee selection system

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Organizational Structure & Accountability

Formalize staff roles with clear job descriptions, reporting lines, and accountability. Instill clear structure at the Hall to improve functionality in serving the membership.

Clear job descriptions for all staff
Defined reporting lines and accountability
Proper staff oversight going forward

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Just Cause Protections

Implement for strategic staff positions — protect staff from political terminations or personal ego. Ensure continuity of critical projects regardless of leadership changes.

"Just Cause" for termination of strategic staff
Secondary review by Executive Board for any termination
Protect staff from retaliation for honest feedback

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Training & Board Development

Annual training and development for representatives and Executive Board members to strengthen governance capacity.

Executive Board training and development
Annual governance training for all reps
Strengthen decision-making capacity

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Member Engagement & Community

A union that feels like belonging — move beyond "same old same old" with new event formats and real member voice.

Family-friendly events (picnics, game nights, mixers)
Simulcast meetings at all office locations
Online calendar with centralized scheduling
Revitalized committees with E-board representation
Member feedback mechanisms that act on input

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Operational Launches

Modernize how the Hall serves members with technology and accessibility improvements.

Grievance portal development
Hall enhancements (kiosks, computer areas)
Website improvements for accessible information

Foundation for a Stronger Union

Building market strength and creating jobs — because members want work, not excuses

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Market Recovery & Organizing

Create IBEW 353 jobs, don't just rearrange the dispatch list. Launch aggressive organizing to address the 500+ on out-of-work list.

Reduce out-of-work list by 10%+
Expand market share in all sectors (Low-Rise, High-Rise, ICI)
MRF Reform — tie monies to job creation and market growth
Push for wage improvements with contractors

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New Growth Sectors

Research and develop organizing strategies for emerging sectors with massive growth potential.

Data Centers — Massive infrastructure growth, position for large-scale organizing
Renewable Energy, Solar & EV Charging — Rapid expansion with federal/provincial incentives
Advanced Manufacturing — Target facilities needing electrical maintenance
IT & Technology Workers — Computer network architects, cybersecurity, data center operations

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Training & Development

IBEW 353 training is member-driven priority #1 — invest in skills that put money in members' pockets.

In-house apprenticeship training expansion
Mentorship program implementation
Women in the Trades expansion with Denovo partnership
New member orientation improvements
TDA Status pursuit continues
Training for new sectors (Data Centers, EV, Solar, IT/Tech)

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Political Action

Build relationships that get results — a voice that's heard at Queen's Park and beyond.

Designated Political Liaison position created
Stronger Building Trades relationships
Skilled Trades advocacy and engagement
Province-wide labour council engagement
Branded visibility — buildings, contractor trucks, sponsorships

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Technology Deployment

Full deployment of member-facing technology with lessons learned from past failures.

Full deployment of member-facing technology
Network security completion
Modernize phone systems and devices
Proper project management for tech initiatives

Building for a Better Tomorrow and Beyond

Institutional stability and member services that last for generations

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Technology & Infrastructure

Modern systems that serve members for the long term — learning from the past to build for the future.

AI utilization for operational efficiency
Network security systems complete
Modernized phone systems and devices
Lessons learned from dispatch failure implemented

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Member Services Expansion

Formalize member engagement processes — a union that works for everyone, every day.

Event calendar fully operational
Hybrid meeting accessibility standard
Union Handbook published and accessible
Revitalized committees with E-board representation
New member engagement programs operational
Member feedback loops implemented and acting on input

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Staff Professionalization

Complete bylaws for all positions and ensure department continuity for critical projects.

Department-specific continuity plans
Bylaw definitions for all staff positions
Professional development standards