I became a member of the IAM in 1974. Over the years I have held several positions in the union including Chief Shop Steward and General Chairperson. I am currently the Organizer for IAM District 140.
I provided professional leadership to the members of the IAM in WSIB, the grievance and arbitration process, pension planning and collective bargaining to name a few.
I have personally experienced many of the problems facing our membership when working with large companies as they restructure to compete on the world stage.
As an organizer for the IAM I continue to provide the same high level of energy when working with new members joining the IAM.
I joined the IAM in 1982. I was employed by Ford Electronics and still am a member of Local lodge 2113. I have served in many different roles such as: Steward, Chief Steward, Vice President and Contract Negotiations and President of District Lodge 78 in Toronto.
In 1988, I was elected to District Business Representative and also assigned to the Organizing Department from 1988 until 1995. When I was then assigned to Servicing until 2000.
In 2000, I became a Grand Lodge Representative and still hold that title today. I deal with many different issues and would be glad to answer any of your questions.
I became a member of the IAM in 1984. Over the years I have held several positions in the union including Health and Safety/WSIB Representative. I am currently an Organizer for IAM District 78 working on the Toyota campaign.
I have also provided representation to IAM members in areas including collective bargaining, the return to work process, grievance, arbitration and pension issues.
As a Tool and Die Maker with many years experience, I have an understanding of the problem issues that can exist for the skilled trades and will work together with all team members including the maintenance group in an effort to make working life better for you within TMMC.
I have been a member of the IAM since 1981 and have held numerous executive positions within the IAM. I am currently an Organizer for IAM District 78 working on the Toyota campaign.
As an advocate for women I have experience in representing members in the numerous concerns unique to women in the workplace. These include issues pertaining to maternity leave, long term disability (LTD) and short term disability (STD), return to work, modified duties and the related stress involved in balancing family and work.
If I can be of assistance please do not hesitate to contact me in confidence and together we can work to have a say in your future.
