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GMM Meeting Summary Report for April 15th, 2026

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:00:58 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mark Molinaro, Vice President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for April 15th,2026

The following notes represent my personal summary of the April General Membership Meeting and ARE NOT OFFICIAL MINUTES. They are for the express purpose of keeping the members informed in a timely fashion. Since minutes must be approved at a subsequent General Membership Meeting, any updates which would require the use of the actual minutes would result in updates being one-month old.

The following was approved at the April meeting:

Minutes of the March 18th, 2026 meeting were not approved as there were some errors in reporting. They will need to be corrected next month.
The financial statement ending March 2026 and the disbursements of $628,559.32. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $39,741.85. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $109,665.61.

MANNING REPORT FOR APRIL 1st, 2026

LOCAL 2251 1706

LOCAL 2724 354

EXEMPT 99

EXTERNAL 3

TOTAL 2162

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $2000.00 to the Shine Foundation

President's Report - Mark Molinaro gave a report

- Mark spoke on the safety at EAF and what has been happening

- He also mentioned the motion regarding transferring funds from the Emergency Savings Account to reimburse the Building Asset Account and the Education Fund.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on May 20th, 2026 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

GMM Meeting Summary Report for March 18, 2026

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:46:06 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mark Molinaro, Vice President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for March 18, 2026

The following notes represent my personal summary of the March General Membership Meeting and ARE NOT OFFICIAL MINUTES. They are for the express purpose of keeping the members informed in a timely fashion. Since minutes must be approved at a subsequent General Membership Meeting, any updates which would require the use of the actual minutes would result in updates being one-month old.

The following was approved at the March meeting:

Minutes of the February 18th, 2026 meeting
The financial statement ending February 2026 and the disbursements of $159,999.16. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $52,859.08. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $53,305.75.

MANNING REPORT FOR March 2026

LOCAL 2251 1846

LOCAL 2724 413

EXEMPT 104

EXTERNAL 3

TOTAL 2366

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $491.55 to advertise in the Sault College Handbook for the 2026/27 campaign

2) Motion - Approved the cost to purchase two season tickets for the Soo Greyhounds for 2026/27 season

President's Report - Vice President gave the report

- Mark mentioned that we are putting a motion on the agenda regarding a transfer from the Emergency Savings Account to reimburse the Building Asset Account and the Education Fund Account.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on April 15th, 2026 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

Opportunites in Southwestern Ontario

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:57:45 GMT

Local 2251 has been contacted by a recruitment firm with opportunites in Southwestern Ontario.

My name is Zavier Allan, and I’m a Junior Recruitment Consultant with itec group. I work closely with manufacturing companies across Southwestern Ontario, connecting skilled trades professionals with new career opportunities. I wanted to introduce myself and let you know that I’m available as a resource for anyone who wants to discuss current market opportunities.

If you’ve been impacted and would like to talk, I’m open to connecting. Whether you’re actively searching or simply want insight into current opportunities, I’m happy to share what I’m seeing in the market. If you believe a conversation like this would be beneficial to you don't hesitate to reach out!

GMM Meeting Summary Report for February 18, 2026

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 15:30:28 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for February 18, 2026

The following notes represent my personal summary of the February General Membership Meeting and ARE NOT OFFICIAL MINUTES. They are for the express purpose of keeping the members informed in a timely fashion. Since minutes must be approved at a subsequent General Membership Meeting, any updates which would require the use of the actual minutes would result in updates being one-month old.

The following was approved at the February meeting:

Minutes of the January 21st, 2026 meeting
The financial statement ending January 2026 and the disbursements of $203,095.57. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $63,347.75. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $116,702.01.

MANNING REPORT FOR February 2nd, 2026

LOCAL 2251 1846

LOCAL 2724 413

EXEMPT 104

EXTERNAL 3

TOTAL 2366

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $500.00 to the Strong Minds Run for Change

2) Motion - Approved a motion of $220.00 to the 65th Anniversary Northland Chorus Show.

President's Report

- The Board of Stewards and General Membership were combined because Service Ontario and other agencies made a presentation to the members for assistance with the upcoming layoffs.

- Mike spoke on the Maintenance of Earnings that the Executive were working with the Company on.

- He spoke on updating the medical forms and stated that they were progressing.

- Mike also spoke on the calculated Reduced Earnings Continuance and how they were working with the Company to ensure the calculations were done correctly.

- He spoke about the contractor status in the plant and to remind everyone to notify the Union to report contractors workign in the plant.

- Mike also spoke on mitigating strategies.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on March 18th, 2026 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

Copy of Opportunities at Interpro Pipe & Steel in Regina, SK

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 15:01:27 GMT

Local 2251 has received the below employment opportunities that may be of interest to our members.

Our team at Interpro Pipe & Steel in Regina, SK is ramping up our Tubular mill and will be hiring MANY key positions over the next 6 months!

We are looking to fill the following positions:

Production Operators/Labourers - safely, productively and collaboratively performs a variety of duties such as material handling, operating equipment, cleaning and basic maintenance and site preparation, to support the operations of the finishing line, ensuring quality work.

Shift Supervisors - responsible for supervising a team of production employees delivering a premium pipe product to customers while ensuring safety, quality, and productivity in the tubular mill. This role coordinates pipe mill activity such as hydrostatic testing, repairing, processing, grinding, beveling and shipping of pipe.

Journeyman Millwrights – responsible for repairing, troubleshooting and installing machinery and equipment using different tools and/or equipment. The ability to read repair documents, manuals, blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures is required.

Journey Welders – responsible for welding, brazing, and cutting various types of metal using gas and electric welding equipment.

Journeyman Electricians – responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems, contributing directly to our manufacturing excellence.

Electrical Engineering Technicians – responsible for installing, repairing, constructing, adjusting, modifying and servicing all types of electronic equipment.

Quality Systems Specialists - responsible for maintaining the quality management systems, ensuring products released conform to applicable standards, reviewing and evaluating customer specifications, as well as managing internal and external quality system audits.

Product Specialists - responsible for scheduling and reviewing product tests, assessing surface quality checks, ensuring products released conform to applicable standards, and investigating quality problems.

Process Specialists - responsible for auditing/evaluating steelmaking, hot rolling, pipe making, and finishing processes from quality and technical perspectives, troubleshooting process defects, supplemental product inspections, designing chemistry and rolling practices, and reporting and improving on cost of poor quality.

Lab Supervisors - responsible for overseeing the daily operations of personnel, ensuring that all equipment is properly calibrated and operational, and coordinating maintenance activities, including scheduling and submitting maintenance requests.

General Foreman

HVAC Mechanic - work with a variety of equipment and tools, including heating and cooling units, ventilation systems, welding/brazing equipment, refrigerants, power and hand tools, air compressors, and more. You’ll take pride in ensuring our systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Reliability Engineer - identify and manage risks that could adversely affect plant or business operations, direct and provide leadership for an Asset Management Plan that will improve asset reliability and reduce the Total Cost of Ownership.

More information and to apply can be found by clicking here: APPLY TODAY!

HIRING EVENT: Candidates can register for a time slot using this link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/interpro-pipe-steel-hiring-event-tickets-1661089536519?aff=oddtdtcreator

Candidates will have an opportunity to meet with a recruiter and if selected have an in person interview that day.

• Candidates will be expected to bring a copy of their resume

• Location is the Turvey Centre 100 Armour Road – Regina, SK

• Dress to impress!

Annie Stefanec

Sr. Director, Government & Industry Affairs

Phone: (312) 439.2966

orionsteel.com | 71 S Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606

GMM Meeting Summary Report for January 21, 2026

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 15:00:57 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for January 21, 2026

The following notes represent my personal summary of the January General Membership Meeting and ARE NOT OFFICIAL MINUTES. They are for the express purpose of keeping the members informed in a timely fashion. Since minutes must be approved at a subsequent General Membership Meeting, any updates which would require the use of the actual minutes would result in updates being one-month old.

The following was approved at the January meeting:

Minutes of the December 17th, 2025 meeting
The financial statement ending December 2025 and the disbursements of $264,464.30. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $73,456.56. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $36,150.96.

MANNING REPORT FOR January 1ST, 2026

LOCAL 2251 1878

LOCAL 2724 422

EXEMPT 105

EXTERNAL 3

TOTAL 2408

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $1000.00 to the Alzheimers Society for Alzheimers Awareness Month.

President's Report

- The Board of Stewards and General Membership were combined because Service Ontario and other agencies made a presentation to the members for assistance with the upcoming layoffs. There will be another presentation at the February meeting starting at 6:30 pm.

- No Good and Welfare at the Stewards Meeting.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on February 18th, 2026 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

Opportunity for Shift Engineer

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 20:01:18 GMT

Local 2251 has been contacted by Sun Brite Foods Inc., Ruthven, Ontario.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact the Local 2251 Office, 705-942-3900 or email Local2251@usw2251.ca for contact information.

Fleet Maintenance Facility Cape Breton (FMFCB) located in Victoria BC.

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:56:54 GMT

Local 2251 has been contacted by Fleet Maintenance Facility Cape Breton (FMFCB) located in Victoria BC.

They would like to have a recruitment blitz based on feedback from workers who may be interested in having an interview.

Please see the recruitment poster below and detailed break downs of each trade. They are looking for Tradespersons and possibly apprentices.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact the Local 2251 Office, 705-942-3900 or email Local2251@usw2251.ca.

CSTEC Contact Information

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 19:47:22 GMT

Mike Da Prat recieved the email below from Ralph Medaglia at CSTEC. If you are interested, please click on the link for CSTEC to begin your personalized plan.

From: Ralph Medaglia <rmedaglia@cstec.io>

Sent: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 11:33:46 AM

To: Mike DaPrat <pres2251@usw2251.ca>

Subject: Link for affected employees for CSTEC help

Good morning Mike,

Hope you are staying well during these troubled times.

CSTEC has set up a link, on our website, for employees seeking help.

The link is to collect information so that an individual personalized plan can be designed based on their needs. We ask that you publicize it among your members as best as you can.

This is an interim plan to provide help prior to the POWER Centre coming on site in January.

It can be reached as follows:

www.cstec.ca and click on the link.

It can also be reached directly by clicking the link below:

https://cstec.socialsolutionsconnect.ca/apricot-intake/83c0a65c-aee7-4b1f-90a2-bdcaa900d777

Thanks for your help.

If you or your team require additional information, please reach out anytime.

Regards,

Ralph

Ralph Medaglia

Regional Coordinator Northern Ontario

Canadian Skills Training and Employment Coalition (CSTEC)

Tel: 705-541-8873

rmedaglia@cstec.ca www.cstec.ca

GMM Meeting Summary Report for December 17th, 2025

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:11:11 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for December 17th, 2025

The following notes represent my personal summary of the December General Membership Meeting and ARE NOT OFFICIAL MINUTES. They are for the express purpose of keeping the members informed in a timely fashion. Since minutes must be approved at a subsequent General Membership Meeting, any updates which would require the use of the actual minutes would result in updates being one-month old.

The following was approved at the December meeting:

Minutes of the November 19th, 2025 meeting
The financial statement ending November 2025 and the disbursements of $213,551.55. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $23,698.58. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $147,342.40.

MANNING REPORT FOR DECEMBER 1ST, 2025

LOCAL 2251 1928

LOCAL 2724 434

EXEMPT 107

EXTERNAL 4

TOTAL 2473

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $2000.00 to provide a children's book to all elementary students for Kindness Week in February 2026.

President's Report

- Mike congratulated Mike Matthews on his retirement and thanked him for his service to the Union.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on January 21st, 2026 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

Opportunities

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 20:31:40 GMT

Local 2251 has received the below employment opportunities that may be of interest to our members.

Mike Da Prat received the email below yesterday, December 2 2025.

If anyone is interested, please reach out and we can give you the contact information.

“…One of my contacts from the Boilermakers called me yesterday and said his Union is looking for welders, steel fabricators, riggers (which was my original trade at Stelco) in the SSM area.

If any of your about to be laid off members are in those trades I can put you in touch with my colleague from the Boilermakers and hopefully can find some employment opportunities for some of your members in this difficult period”.

GMM Meeting Summary Report for November 19, 2025

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:49:30 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for November 19, 2025

The following notes represent my personal summary of the November General Membership Meeting and ARE NOT OFFICIAL MINUTES. They are for the express purpose of keeping the members informed in a timely fashion. Since minutes must be approved at a subsequent General Membership Meeting, any updates which would require the use of the actual minutes would result in updates being one-month old.

The following was approved at the November meeting:

Minutes of the October 15th, 2025 meeting
The financial statement ending October 2025 and the disbursements of $148,371.62. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $15,032.79. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $145,757.01.

MANNING REPORT FOR OCTOBER 31ST, 2025

LOCAL 2251 1962

LOCAL 2724 445

EXEMPT 105

EXTERNAL 4

TOTAL 2516

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $200.00 to survivors of deceased members and $300.00 for a family of members who have passed in the past year.

2) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to the Sault Ste Marie Soup Kitchen

3) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to support St. Vincent's Place

4) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to support ARCH

5) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to support Pauline's Place

6) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to support the Salvation Army

7) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to support Women in Crisis

8) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to hold a social after the December Membership Meeting

9) Motion - Approved a donation of $750.00 to support Making A Difference

10) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to support Korah Collegiate Senior Football Team to compete in OFSAA Golden Horseshoe Bowl in Guelph, Ontario

11) Motion - Approved a donation of $28860.00 to purchases four chemotherapy treatment chairs for Sault Area Hospital

President's Report

- Mike reported on the Arbitration case regarding one of our members

- Mike also spoke on the potable water issue at the LMF

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on December 17th, 2025 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for October 15, 2025

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:19:44 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for October 15, 2025

The following notes represent my personal summary of the October General Membership Meeting and ARE NOT OFFICIAL MINUTES. They are for the express purpose of keeping the members informed in a timely fashion. Since minutes must be approved at a subsequent General Membership Meeting, any updates which would require the use of the actual minutes would result in updates being one-month old.

The following was approved at the October meeting:

Minutes of the September 17th, 2025 meeting
The financial statement ending September 2025 and the disbursements of $150,111.13. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $4,051.55. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $152,860.47.

MANNING REPORT FOR SEPTEMBER 30TH, 2025

LOCAL 2251 1985

LOCAL 2724 452

EXEMPT 108

EXTERNAL 4

TOTAL 2549

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $500.00 plus tax to the Teddy Bear Program to help get teddy bears to children in traumatic situations

2) Motion - Approved a donation of $1900.00 plus tax for a benefit show with all proceeds going to the Make A Wish Canada

3) Motion - Approved a donation of $1.00 per member to support OPSEU Local 612 Hardship Fund

4) Motion - Approved a donation of up to $20,000.00 for supplies for personal bags and desserts to be delivered to the nursing homes, ARCH and SAH at Christmas Time

5) Motion - Approved a donation of $150.00 plus tax to sponsor a Wreath for Remembrance Day

Officer's Report

- Marc Ayotte stated that Local 2251 we will have a new tab on our website going forward for new jobs that are available.

CSTEC will help you in a new career. Looking at the mining sector and all sectors for available jobs. Marc also stated that he

was disappointed that the money given to Algoma came with no strings attached.

Committee Reports

- Apprenticeship Committee

Brother Chris Izydorczyk reported the following:

Paolo Bruni is resigning. Tharindra Nawarathna will be replacing him.

We had a meeting with the Company and no apprentices will be laid off. Schooling is still ongoing.

- Canadian Trade Tribunal

Brother Richard Beall gave a report on the Plate Korea Cas that took place in Ottawa from October 5 - 8, 2025

- CWS Committee

Richard Beall reported that the Iron ladleman will be paid out October 22, 2025.

- Contracting Out Committee

Brother Frank Buchan gave a report on Contracting out. He talked about overtime being cutoff and stated that people

need to grieve this. He also talked about the curtailment of bricklayers. He you have any questions, please call Frank at

the hall.

President Report

- Mike reported on the manning numbers as of September 30th, 2025

- He also spoke about the seniority lists and making sure you are on the list properly

- Mike spoke on the upcoming layoffs

- Mike stated that we have a new information tab on website

- Mike stated that we will be having a Special Membership Meeting for all members. It will be held on Thursday,

October 30th, 2025.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on November 19th, 2025 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

Opportunities at Interpro Pipe & Steel in Regina, SK

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 18:27:30 GMT

Local 2251 has received the below employment opportunities that may be of interest to our members.

Our team at Interpro Pipe & Steel in Regina, SK is ramping up our Tubular mill and will be hiring MANY key positions over the next 6 months!

We are looking to fill the following positions:

Journey Welders – responsible for welding, brazing, and cutting various types of metal using gas and electric welding equipment.

Journeyman Electricians – responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems, contributing directly to our manufacturing excellence.

Electrical Engineering Technicians – responsible for installing, repairing, constructing, adjusting, modifying and servicing all types of electronic equipment.

General Foreman

More information and to apply can be found by clicking here: APPLY TODAY!

HIRING EVENT: Candidates can register for a time slot using this link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/interpro-pipe-steel-hiring-event-tickets-1661089536519?aff=oddtdtcreator

Candidates will have an opportunity to meet with a recruiter and if selected have an in person interview that day.

• Candidates will be expected to bring a copy of their resume

• Location is the Turvey Centre 100 Armour Road – Regina, SK

• Dress to impress!

Annie Stefanec

Sr. Director, Government & Industry Affairs

Phone: (312) 439.2966

orionsteel.com | 71 S Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606

Northern Safety and Training

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:55:32 GMT

Please contact Northern Safety and Training for Training Opportunities

Opportunities at BWXT Canada Ltd.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 18:45:24 GMT

Local 2251 has received the below employment opportunities that may be of interest to our members.

BWXT has recently announced some exciting partnerships that will mean significant growth for our skilled trades workforce, predominantly in the Welding trade. More information can be found in this press release:

https://investors.bwxt.com/news-releases/news-release-details/bwxt-awarded-historic-manufacturing-contracts-support-pickering

We are exploring all recruitment possibilities in terms of skilled trade markets within Canada and think that we might be a good fit for some affected employees. For example, at Algoma Steel, they have a Fitter Welder role that outlines a requirement for a 6G ticket, which would be relevant for our RT/UT Welder roles. To get an idea of the types of roles we are looking to fill, I’ve attached some job descriptions here. In addition, all of our current opportunities can be found online at www.bwxt.com/careers but we currently have a strong focus on the following:

Robotic Equipment Operators: https://careers.bwxt.com/job/Cambridge-Robotic-Equipment-Operator-ON/1276531400/

Welders: https://careers.bwxt.com/job/Cambridge-RT-UT-Welder-Fitter-(nuclear-industry)-ON/1293362300/

Current rates of pay:

Position Current Rate of Pay (Fully Qualified)

RT/UT Welder $41.33 per hour

Robotic Equipment Operator (Welding) $43.63 per hour

Maintenance Millwright $47.15 per hour

Maintenance Technicians $49.53 per hour

In addition to a great team-oriented culture, at BWXT, we offer:

· High-paying, steady work in a fast-growing, essential industry

· Opportunities for career advancement

· Purposeful jobs that help to create our clean energy future.

EAF Letter of Agreement

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 19:53:50 GMT

GM Meeting Summary Report for September 17th, 2025

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 18:51:19 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mark Molinaro, Vice President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for September 17th, 2025

The following notes represent my personal summary of the September General Membership Meeting and ARE NOT OFFICIAL MINUTES. They are for the express purpose of keeping the members informed in a timely fashion. Since minutes must be approved at a subsequent General Membership Meeting, any updates which would require the use of the actual minutes would result in updates being one-month old.

The following was approved at the September meeting:

Minutes of the August 20th, 2025 meeting
The financial statement ending August 2025 and the disbursements of $36,403.36. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $61,935.89. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $162,059.78.

MANNING REPORT FOR August 31st, 2025

LOCAL 2251 2007

LOCAL 2724 463

EXEMPT 109

EXTERNAL 5

TOTAL 2584

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $1000.00 to help the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre.

2) Motion - Approved a donation of $500.00 to the Alzheimer Society.

3) Motion - Approved a donation of $25,350.00 to sponsor the breakfast program at the Huron- Superior School Board and the Algoma District School Board.

4) Motion - Approved that the Local Union compensate Krystyna Ferguson for her time spent on the pension grievance.

5) Motion - Approved the cost of $4508.00 plus tax to install two high-definition wide angled cameras for our parking lots for

safety reasons.

Officer's Report

- Brother Joe Krmpotich on behalf of Marc Ayotte reported the following:

Brother Marc Ayotte gives his regrets that he is unable to attend.

Interpro Pipe and Steel in Regina is increasing tube mill production and expanding its workforce by hiring key positions over the next few months to meet growing demand.

The Stand Up for Steel caucus will be held on Wednesday, September 24th via zoom at 6 pm. In this meeting locals will be able to report back on their lobbying sessions and share the impacts of the tariff war on our members and plan the next steps together.

Committee Reports

- Seniority Committee

Sister Janice Merrick reported the following:

I received the 2024 seniority lists back from the Company signed. They should be posted in all departments. If they are not posted, please give me a call.

- JTT Committee

Brother Joe Krmpotich reported the following:

The committee is working closely with CSTEC to help with potential laid off employees.

We have an upcoming tour scheduled in transportation. We have asked Cory Evans to have Cory and myself to attend the (JAC) Joint Apprenticeship Committee meetings.

- Apprenticeship Committee

Brother Chris Izydorczyk reported the following:

3 out of 6 people have been released on their apprenticeship. There was a Step two meeting in regard to having apprentices work alone. We are waiting for the company response.

- CWS Committee

Brother Richard Beall reported the following:

Toni Adams has confirmed that retro payment for the Burner PC 1321, will be made on September 23, 2025.

The retro payment for Iron Reladleman PC 1758, will be made on October 7, 2025. The Iron Reladleman position has a payroll letter dated August 28, 2025.

- Health and Safety Committee

Brother Deam Law reported the following:

The Health and Safety Committee has 8 Health and Safety Reps's as of now. We are short to a full complement of 11 Rep's. If you would like to be a Health and Safety Rep forward your resume.

President Report

No President's Report this month.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on October 15th, 2025 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for August 20th, 2025

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 18:17:10 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for August 20th, 2025

The following notes represent my personal summary of the August General Membership Meeting and ARE NOT OFFICIAL MINUTES. They are for the express purpose of keeping the members informed in a timely fashion. Since minutes must be approved at a subsequent General Membership Meeting, any updates which would require the use of the actual minutes would result in updates being one-month old.

The following was approved at the August meeting:

Minutes of the July 16th, 2025 meeting
The financial statement ending July 2025 and the disbursements of $168,178.21. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $36,291.96. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $113,299.31.

MANNING REPORT FOR August 1st, 2025

LOCAL 2251 1891

LOCAL 2724 440

EXEMPT 114

EXTERNAL 5

TOTAL 2450

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $1095.00 to sponsor the Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Command Recognition Book.

2) Motion - Approved a donation to Algoma Autism Foundation to help with funding to install a wheelchair-accessible swing at Bellevue Park.

3) Motion - Approved a donation of $1000.00 to sponsor the Fall Kids Fishing Day for Children 14 and under to be held at the Kinsmen Park.

4) Motion - Approved that the Local Union provide a $300.00 gift card to Wayne Hubbard.

Committee Report

- The Apprenticeship Committee, Health and Safety Committee and the WSIB Committee all made reports at the meeting.

President Report

- Mike gave a brief update on staffing at Algoma Steel

- He also gave an update on Innocent Absenteeism and what has been happening in the plant

- Mike gave a report on the lawsuit with the Group Health Centre. We had just received the decision on the motion before

Judge Madam Justice K.E. Cullin. Mike read off the judge's decision to the member and there was a short discussion about

what the order meant for Local 2251.

- Mike read a letter that was sent to A.J. Pettalia regarding the medical forms that our members are being asked to get their

physician to fill out.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on September 17th, 2025 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for July 16th, 2025

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 19:34:23 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for July 16th, 2025

The following notes represent my personal summary of the July General Membership Meeting and ARE NOT OFFICIAL MINUTES. They are for the express purpose of keeping the members informed in a timely fashion. Since minutes must be approved at a subsequent General Membership Meeting, any updates which would require the use of the actual minutes would result in updates being one-month old.

The following was approved at the July meeting:

Minutes of the June 18th, 2025 meeting
The financial statement ending June 2025 and the disbursements of $125,454.24. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $5,010.52. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $158,544.37.

MANNING REPORT FOR June 30th, 2025 - not available

LOCAL 2251

LOCAL 2724

EXEMPT

EXTERNAL

TOTAL

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $1695.00 to sponsor the Community Builder's Awards to recognize individuals and organizations making a lasting impact in our community.

2) Motion - Approved an increase in our advertising budget for SOOTODAY.

Committee Report

- The Apprenticeship Committee, Health and Safety Committee and the WSIB Committee all made reports at the meeting.

President Report

- Mike gave a brief update on staffing at Algoma Steel

- He also gave an update on Innocent Absenteeism and what has been happening in the plant

- Mike gave a report on the lawsuit with the Group Health Centre. We had just received the decision on the motion before

Judge Madam Justice K.E. Cullin. Mike read off the judge's decision to the member and there was a short discussion about

what the order meant for Local 2251.

- Mike read a letter that was sent to A.J. Pettalia regarding the medical forms that our members are being asked to get their

physician to fill out.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on August 20th, 2025 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for June 19th, 2025

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 19:07:12 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mark Molinaro, Vice President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for June 19th, 2025

The following notes represent my personal summary of the June General Membership Meeting and ARE NOT OFFICIAL MINUTES. They are for the express purpose of keeping the members informed in a timely fashion. Since minutes must be approved at a subsequent General Membership Meeting, any updates which would require the use of the actual minutes would result in updates being one-month old.

The following was approved at the June meeting:

Minutes of the May 21, 2025 meeting
The financial statement ending May 2025 and the disbursements of $179,832.97. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $104,596.68. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $171,131.26.

MANNING REPORT FOR MAY 31ST, 2025 - not available

LOCAL 2251

LOCAL 2724

EXEMPT

TOTAL

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $250.00 for Fresh Eyes which is a not-for-profit collection of photographs and stores showcasing Sault Ste. Marie.

2) Motion - Approved a donation of 41000.00 to the Kidney Foundation for their walk which will be held September 21st, 2025 in Sault Ste Marie.

3) Motion - Approved a donation of $1000.00 to support Sault Pride

President Report

- Mike was not available to attend this meeting.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on July 16th, 2025 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for May 21st, 2025

Wed, 28 May 2025 20:24:11 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for May 21st, 2025

The following notes represent my personal summary of the May General Membership Meeting and ARE NOT OFFICIAL MINUTES. They are for the express purpose of keeping the members informed in a timely fashion. Since minutes must be approved at a subsequent General Membership Meeting, any updates which would require the use of the actual minutes would result in updates being one-month old.

The following was approved at the May meeting:

Minutes of the April 16, 2025 meeting
The financial statement ending April 2025 and the disbursements of $143,855.00. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $32,062.66. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $159,327.92.

MANNING REPORT FOR APRIL 30th, 2025

LOCAL 2251 2084

LOCAL 2724 506

EXEMPT 123

EXTERNAL 5

TOTAL 2718

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved the cost to purchase two Soo Greyhound season tickets to be drawn at membership meetings.

2) Motion - Approved the cost of a new alarm system for the building at a cost of $2598.99.

3) Motion - Approved the cost to send Brother Jamie Wabigwan to the 4th National Indigenous Conference in Winnipeg for July 7th and 8th, 2025

4) Motion - Approved a donation of $360.47 for the MADD Message Yearbook.

5) Motion - Approved a donation of $4000.00 to the Shrine Foundation which provides Shine Dreams for youth with disabilities.

6) Motion - Approved a donation of $1000.00 to Rotary Club of Sault Ste Marie for the Rotary Festival to be held July 17-19, 2025.

7) Motion - Approved a donation of $300.00 for supplies and materials related to the garden boxes located outside the 2251 office at Albert Street and Blutcher.

8) Motion - Approved a donation of $1300.00 plus tax to support the annual fundraiser for Make a Wish Foundation.

9) Motion - Approved the cost of UV laminate to be placed on three front windows at 8 Albert Street East at a cost of $1047.50.

Committee Report

- Election Committee Reported that the Progressive Conservative Party was endorsed.

President Report

- Mike gave an update on the lawsuit with the Group Health Centre - Lawyer sent a letter to the judge regarding our lawsuit.

We received an update from the lawyer. The Judge has requested 6 more weeks to make a decision and she has been

granted this request by the supervisory body.

- Mike spoke on the Innocent Absenteeism policy at Algoma Steel.

- He spoke on 12-hour shifts vs 8-hour shifts.

- Mike mentioned that if you have been laid off, you have benefits for 13 weeks. If you are called in for a single shift, after the

13 weeks, your benefits reset to start another 13 weeks.

- Mike also spoke on notices being sent to members re: lay offs upcoming.

- He also mentioned to contact Human Resources re: 4 hours work and being sent home for 8 hours.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on June 18th, 2025 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for April 16th, 2025

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:51:05 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for April 16th, 2025

The following was approved at the April meeting:

Minutes of the March 19, 2025 meeting
The financial statement ending March 2025 and the disbursements of $135,946.50. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $9,160.60. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $211,341.18.

MANNING REPORT FOR March 31st, 2025

LOCAL 2251 2095

LOCAL 2724 512

EXEMPT 125

EXTERNAL 5

TOTAL 2737

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $419.00 plus tax to the Courageous K9's to help provide certified service dogs.

2) Motion - Approved a donation of $375.00 for the 2025 Donation Matching Initiative to support Women in Crisis

3) Motion - Approved a donation of $500.00 to OntORA

4) Motion - Approved a motion to donate $1000.00 to Cycling with Age. They provide free bike rides on Trishaws to the elderly and less abled citizens.

5) Motion - Approved the cost of a new steel front door with a panic bar at a cost of $7,263.57.

President Report

- Mike gave an update on the lawsuit with the Group Health Centre - we have still not heard from the Judge on our lawsuit with

the Group Health Centre. The lawyer will be sending a letter to the Judge in two weeks which will make it 6 months from the date we went to Court.

- Mike spoke on the Federal Election and the history of how the Union has voted to endorse a candidate

- Mike also spoke on the back door of the building being looked at as it is a safety issue. He also mentioned the fire door

upstairs as there is no window in it and it also has become a safety issue

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on May 21st, 2025 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for March 19, 2025

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 19:55:06 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for March 19, 2025

The following was approved at the March meeting:

Minutes of the February 19, 2025 meeting
The financial statement ending February 2025 and the disbursements of $136,318.72. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $21,075.52. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $228,137.74.

MANNING REPORT FOR February 28th, 2025

LOCAL 2251 2112

LOCAL 2724 521

EXEMPT 124

TOTAL 2762

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $435.00 plus tax to place a quarter page ad in the Sault College student handbook for 2025/2026.

The following committee gave a report:

- Election Committee Report - NDP Successful

President Report

- Mike gave an update on the lawsuit with the Group Health Centre - we have still not heard from the Judge on our lawsuit with the Group Health Centre. The lawyer advised that 6 months is the limit before requesting information from the Court.

- Mike stated that the Company had filed a grievance against the Union regarding Health and Safety. Grievance is in arbitration.

- Pension Arbitration - Actuary has been engaged. Arbitration date is June 17th, 2025

- Contracting Out Arbitration - Company tried to pull a fast one. Attempting to talk about moving trades out of Coke and Iron and backfilling with Contractors.

- Mike asked the stewards to find out how many trades contractors are on their schedules.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on April 16th, 2025 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for December 18th, 2024

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 14:56:47 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for December 18, 2024

The following was approved at the December meeting:

Minutes of the November 20th, 2024 meeting
The financial statement ending October 2024 and the disbursements of $193,418.96. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $33,836.09. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $278,885.53.

MANNING REPORT FOR October 31st, 2024

LOCAL 2251 2158

LOCAL 2724 527

EXEMPT 126

TOTAL 2827

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $1000.00 to the Alzheimer Society

2) Motion - Approved a donation of $484.00 plus HST to host our website per year.

President Report

- Mike wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Christmas social followed.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on February 19th, 2025 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for January 15, 2025

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 14:43:26 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for January 15, 2025

The following was approved at the January meeting:

Minutes of the December 18th, 2024 meeting
The financial statement ending December 2024 and the disbursements of $238,113.13. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $39,930.16. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $286,096.70.

MANNING REPORT FOR January 31st, 2025

LOCAL 2251 2158

LOCAL 2724 527

EXEMPT 126

TOTAL 2827

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $1000.00 to the Pregnancy Centre.

2) Motion - Approved a donation of $550.00 per month for our General Membership Meetings to be held at the Legion.

President Report

- Mike gave an update on the lawsuit with the Group Health Centre - we are still waiting for the Judge's decision

- Mike stated that we have a draft of Letter of Agreement for the Plat and Strip Mill

- New Director, Kevon Stewart nd Assistant Director, Charlie Scibetta will be meeting with the executive Thursday, January

16th, 2025 at 4:00 pm

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on March 19th, 2025 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for February 19, 2025

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 14:24:46 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for February 19, 2025

The following was approved at the February meeting:

Minutes of the January 15th, 2024 meeting
The financial statement ending January 2025 and the disbursements of $234,734.41. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $114,529.65. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $226,028.94.

MANNING REPORT FOR January 31st, 2025

LOCAL 2251 2131

LOCAL 2724 526

EXEMPT 125

TOTAL 2788

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $220 to the Northland Chorus for their 58th Annual show which will be held on April 12th, 2025. They donate to the Speech Pathology Department at the Sault Area Hospital.

2) Motion - Approved a donation of $500.00 to the support Strong Minds, Run for the Change to be held on May 10th, 2025.

3) Motion - Approved a donation of $500.00 the Rainbow Camp

4) Motion - Approved a donation of $1000.00 to support Threads for Life to be held on May 3rd, 20205.

5) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to support the Ringette Ontario Provincial A Championships to be held March 13-16, 2025.

The following committees gave a report:

- Grievance Committee - In January of 2025, an anonymous member or members requested a report on the grievance queue. The report is as follows:

Total grievances filed from 2016 to December 31, 2024 are 8337

Total grievances in the queue are 3,508 as of December 31, 2024

Percentage of contracting out grievances in the queue are: 69.2%

Percentage of termination grievances in the queue are: 0.003%

Percentage of scheduling grievances in the queue are: 0.022%

Percentage of non-contracting out overtime grievances in the queue are: 0.040%

President Report

- Mike gave an update on the lawsuit with the Group Health Centre - we have still not heard from the Judge on our lawsuit with the Group Health Centre

- Mike stated that the Company had filed a grievances against the Union regarding Health and Safety. Grievance will be proceeding to arbitration.

- Mike gave details on how the vote will take place for the Provincial Election. We had an All Candidates meeting before our Stewards meeting. The members voted to endorse Lisa Vezeau-Allen, NDP Candidate.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on March 19th, 2025 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for November 20th, 2024

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 18:19:46 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for November 20th, 2024

The following was approved at the November meeting:

Minutes of the October 16th, 2024 meeting
The financial statement ending October 2024 and the disbursements of $193,418.96. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $33,836.09. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $278,885.53.

MANNING REPORT FOR October 31st, 2024

LOCAL 2251 2171

LOCAL 2724 521

EXEMPT 134

TOTAL 2827

The following motions were approved:

1) Motion – Approved a donation of $200 to survivors of deceased members and $300.00 for a family of deceased members who have passed away in the past year.

2) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to the Sault Ste. Marie Soup Kitchen

3) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to support St. Vincent's Place

4) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to support ARCH

5) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to support Pauline's Place

6) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to support Salvation Army

7) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to support Women in Crisis

8) Motion - Approved a donation of up to $1500.00 to hold a social after the December General Membership Meeting

9) Motion - Approved a donation of $750.00 to support Making a Difference

10) Motion - Approved a donation of $300.00 to renew our membership for the Sault Ste Marie Museum

11) Motion - Approved a donation of $71,785.00 to purchase 2 nCPAP machines for babies born prematurely

12) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to support Korah Collegiate Senior Football Team to compete in OFSAA National Capital Bowl.

13) Motion - Approve $1800.00 plus tax to support Make a Wish Foundation.

The following committees gave a report:

- Women of Steel training - Jessica Fabbro (Children are welcome at the meeting)

- Welfare Committee - Chelsea Olar

- National Indigenous Committee Meeting - Chelsea Olar

- Apprenticeship Committee - Chris Izydorczyk

- C.W.S. Committee - New Company Chair Toni Adams - Richard Beall

- Contracting Out - Frank Buchan

President Report

- Mike gave an update on the lawsuit with the Group Health Centre

- Mike gave a report on the award we will be receiving for violation of the emergency template

- He also discussed the 106" Meeting and discussion. Nothing was finalized. They spoke about idling of the 106" mill and the #1 Line.

- Mike told everyone that they can park at the back of the Legion building and walk all the way through the bar and then turn left and the meeting room is right there. It is located on the South front corner of the building. He also reminded our members not to wear your hats in the Legion as it is a sign of respect.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on December 18th, 2024 at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 pm. All meeting will be held at the Legion going forward.

GM Meeting Summary Report for October 16th, 2024

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 14:22:09 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for October 16th, 2024

The following was approved at the October meeting:

Minutes of the September 18th, 2024 meeting
The financial statement ending September 2024 and the disbursements of $108,757.84. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $3,578.28. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $233,359.87.

MANNING REPORT FOR September 30th, 2024

LOCAL 2251 2182

LOCAL 2724 532

EXEMPT 134

TOTAL 2848

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approved a donation of $2199.00 to provide assistance for USW Local 4045, who have been on strike for 10 weeks

2) Motion - Approved a donation of $2049.59 to replace the William Merrifield Victoria Cross Citation

President Report

- Mark Molinaro gave the report this month as Mike was at the Huron-Superior Board meeting to present the cheque for the

breakfast program.

- Mark gave an update on the Group Health lawsuit. Mark stated that the GHC does not want Mike to represent everyone. They

want everyone to file their own lawsuit. If we win this injunction and representative order, we will have to make a decision

whether to continue going forward with the lawsuit.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on November 20th, 2024 at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm. This will be our last meeting at the Delta Hotel as we are moving back to the Royal Canadian Legion.

GM Meeting Summary Report for September 18th, 2024

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 14:04:08 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for September 18, 2024

The following was approved at the September meeting:

Minutes of the August 18th, 2024 meeting
The financial statement ending August 2024 and the disbursements of $250,053.30. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $19,229.80. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $260,251.73.

MANNING REPORT FOR August 31st, 2024

LOCAL 2251 2195

LOCAL 2724 530

EXEMPT 134

TOTAL 2859

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approved a donation of up to $25,000.00 for the breakfast programs

2) Motion - Approved a donation of $500.00 to support the Teddy Bear program

3) Motion - Approved a donation of $1000.00 to The Canadian Fallen Heroes Foundation

4) Motion - Approved the cost to purchase a wreath for the Remembrance Day ceremony

5) Motion - Approve up to $20,000.00 to purchase dessert trays and 200 Personal essential bags to be donated for active and

retired members in the nursing homes, hospital and ARCH.

President Report

- No report this month as Mike was on vacation.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on October 16th, 2024 at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

Message to our Members - September 13, 2024

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 19:11:34 GMT

GM Meeting Summary Report for August 21st, 2024

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 19:25:31 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for August 21, 2024

The following was approved at the August meeting:

Minutes of the July 17th, 2024 meeting
The financial statement ending July 2024 and the disbursements of $191,638.43. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursementsby $72,721.89. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $255,215.56.

MANNING REPORT FOR July 31st, 2024

LOCAL 2251 2220

LOCAL 2724 543

EXEMPT 139

TOTAL 2902

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approved a donation of $1000.00 to the ASARC - Breton House

2) Motion - Approved a donation of $500.00 to the Alzheimer Society

3) Motion - Approved a donation of $1095.00 to The Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Command

4) Motion - Approved a donation of $1500.00 to Bob Soo Winter Carnival

President Report

- Mike reported that Algoma Steel is pushing to have people cross trained and assigned between Slabcast and the DSPC

- 1. The 5 Safety Grievances that were with Alex St. John. *

4 outstanding grievances to be dealt with by the Union - 23-0192, 23-0193, 23-0242, 23-0258.

“Further to our discussion on Friday, November 3, 2023 the Union is proposing that the parties agree to first litigate Grievance #23-0194 on November 17, 2023. We would propose that the other above-noted grievances be held in abeyance and that Mr. Starkman remain seized of them.”

2. Ask the members about conditions of welfare rooms and lunchrooms and if there have been noticeable improvements * Grievance 23-0194 adjourned. Erin Oliver will provide update on Welfare Rooms by September 30, 2024.

3. Outstanding Health and Safety General Nature Grievances – generally being dealt with by AJ…waiting on document from AJ/Amy McMillan. *

“Had meeting August 1, 2024. Waiting on example of bundling of grievances.”

4. Fatality Grievance Arbitration. *

“Next hearing is October 3, 2024, commencing at 10:00 a.m. The purpose of this hearing is to engage in mediation and, if necessary, case management”.

5. Group Health Legal Action. *

July 30, 2024 - Cross exam of Mike Da Prat

July 31, 2024 - Cross exam of Lil Silvano

August 8, 2024 - Cross exam of Jody Stewart

Thursday, August 22 – Delivery of our factum containing the written argument explaining why we think you should be appointed representative and why an interim injunction should be granted;

Tuesday, September 3 – Follow up appearance before Justice Cullen to schedule a date for the motions to be argued;

Thursday, September 12 – Delivery of the Defendants’ facta responding to our factum on the representation order and interim injunction.

October 30, 2024 - Hearing

6. Pension Arbitration with Tracey Henry - June 17, September 9 and September 18, 2025 *

- Mike reminded members to be polite and respectful regardless of gender.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on September 18th, 2024 at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

Update on Group Health Centre Court Action

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 14:20:24 GMT

GM Meeting Summary Report for June 19th, 2024

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 14:57:35 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for June 19, 2024

The following was approved at the June meeting:

Minutes of the May 15th, 2024 meeting
The financial statement ending May 2024 and the disbursements of $201,319.40. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $24,924.49. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $32,079.81.

MANNING REPORT FOR APRIL 30, 2024

LOCAL 2251 2226

LOCAL 2724 545

EXEMPT 147

TOTAL 2918

MANNING REPORT FOR MAY 31, 2024

LOCAL 2251 2228

LOCAL 2724 546

EXEMPT 146

TOTAL 2920

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approved a donation of $1600.00 to the Ken Brown Recovery Home

2) Motion - Approved a donation of $1000.00 to Sault Ste Marie District Labour Council for the Worker's Appreciation Day on

September 2nd, 2024.

3) Motion - Approved a donation of $500.00 to The Kidney Foundation of Canada to sponsor the Kidney Walk 2024

4) Motion - Approved a donation of $360.47 to place an ad in The MADD Message Yearbook.

President's Report

- Mike gave an update o n the In j u n ction and lawsuit with the Group Health Centre

- He also stated that SOAR donated $2000.00 towards the cost of the lawsuit

- Mike spoke about the staffing lines

- Mike announced that a motion needs a mover and seconder for By-law motions to be handed out rather than read out

- He also announced who was on the Seniority Committee

- Mike also stated we are looking for 8 members for the golf tournament which will be held on August 11th, 2024 at Crimson

Ridge. If we receive more than 8 members that would like to play, we will draw names on July 25th, 2024. You will be

notified by Friday, July 26th, 2024.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on July 17th, 2024 at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

Applications for Committees

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:25:48 GMT

To: All Members of Local Union 2251

From: Mike Da Prat, President

Re: Committee Applications

Date: June 3rd, 2024

We are soliciting applications for all positions involving Union participation. Applications must be submitted to the Local Union office or by email to deblogan@usw2251.ca or rmorley@usw2251.ca before 4:30 p.m. on Friday, June 28 ^th , 2024 for the following positions:

Apprenticeship & Training

Election

Labour Council

Scholarship Committee

Notice re Representation Order

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 17:53:11 GMT

Group Health Court Update

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Thu, 23 May 2024 19:45:01 GMT

Group Health Centre Court Proceedings

Update May 23, 2024

We filed our notice of motion and documents in support the injunction with the court today.

A tentative date to address the motion has been set for June 6, 2024, if not sooner.

We will provide further updates as they occur.

Sincerely,

Mike Da Prat

GM Meeting Summary Report for May 15th, 2024

Fri, 17 May 2024 19:50:26 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for May 15th, 2024

The following was approved at the May meeting:

Minutes of the April 17th, 2024 meeting
The financial statement ending April 2024 and the disbursements of $283,275.71. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $4.630.44. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $114,023.76.

MANNING REPORT AS OF April 30th, 2024

No Report

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approve a donation of $4000.00 to Shine Foundation

2) Motion - Approve the following as a motion:

- WHEREAS LOCAL 2251 has authorized the bringing of a lawsuit and injunction for the purpose of preventing the

derostering of members from the Group Health Centre ("GHC)

- AND WHEREAS Michael Da Prat will be seeking the injunction as representative of the affected members of LOCAL

2251

- AND WHEREAS a rrequirement for obtaining the injunction is for Mr. Da Prat to undertake, pursuant to Rule 40.04 of

the Rules of Civil Procedure, to abide by any order the Court may make with respect to damages resulting from the

granting of the injunction.

- It is resolved that LOCAL 2251 will fully indemnify Mr. Da Prat in respect of any order that the Court may make against

him

President's Report

- Mike spoke about the Inunction and lawsuit against the Group Health Centre

- Discussion on TransWest and TransEast took place (sale or joint venture)

- Mike also spoke on the the 106" Plate Mill.

- Mike spoke about the Masonry decentralization

- Mike also stated we are looking for 8 members for the golf tournament which will be held on August 11th, 2024 at Crimson

Ridge. If we receive more than 8 members that would like to play, we will draw names on August 1st, 2024. You will be

notified by Friday, August 1st, 2024.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on June 19th, 2024 at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

Special General Membership Meeting

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Thu, 02 May 2024 15:40:45 GMT

GM Meeting Summary Report for April 17th, 2024

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 15:36:09 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for April 17th, 2024

The following was approved at the April meeting:

Minutes of the March 20th, 2024 meeting
The financial statement ending March 31st, 2024 and the disbursements of $103,840.45. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $3,808.47. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $126,061.79.

MANNING REPORT AS OF March 31st, 2024

Exempt - 150

Local 2251 - 2184

Local 2724 - 545

Grand total 2879

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approve a donation of $1000.00 to Muscular Dystrophy Canada

2) Motion - Approve a donation of $1300.00 plus tax to support the annual fundraiser for Thrive

3) Motion - Approve a donation of $150.00 to take care of the garden boxes at the Local 2251 Office.

4) Motion - Approve the cost of two season tickets for the Soo Greyhounds. Tickets for the games will be drawn at the GMM for

those who attend the meeting.

5) Motion - Approve a donation of $419.00 plus tax to support Courageous K9's to help provide certified service dogs to our

military veterans and first responders.

President's Report

- Mike spoke about the meeting he attended with Ross Romano

- Mike spoke on a potential lawsuit with the Group Health Centre

- Discussion on TransWest and TransEast took place (sale or joint venture)

- Mike also spoke on the the 106" Plate Mill. He stated that ramp down will be in October. By March 2025 there will be

25 - 30 employees.

- Mike spoke on the upcoming Rally's that will be taking place on Monday May 13th, 2024 at 4:00 pm at City Hall and on

Thursday, May 30th, 2024 at the Roberta Bondar Pavilion at 12 noon.

- Nominations will be accepted next GMM May 15, 2024 for District 6 Conference to be held July 8th - 12th, 2024 in St. John's,

Newfoundland and Labrador. We will be sending three members. Election will be held on May 28th at the Union Hall.

Hours to be determined.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on May 15th, 2024 at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

Rally May 13 and May 30 , 2024

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 15:05:07 GMT

Rally May 13 and May 30 , 2024

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 15:35:08 GMT

Local Union Elections Results - Trustees and Grievance Committee

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 18:18:20 GMT

Local Union Elections Results

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 12:53:15 GMT

GM Meeting Summary Report for March 20th, 2024

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 15:23:14 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for March 20th, 2024

The following was approved at the March meeting:

Minutes of the February 21st, 2024 meeting
The financial statement ending February 29th, 2024 and the disbursements of $165,532.77. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $27,745.62. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $140,703.27.

MANNING REPORT AS OF January 31st, 2024

Exempt - 154

Local 2251 - 2181

Local 2724 - 545

Grand total 2880

MANNING REPORT AS OF February 29th, 2024

Exempt - 155

Local 2251 - 2172

Local 2724 - 544

Grand total 2871

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approve a donation of $395.00 plus tax to place an ad in the Sault College Handbook for 2024 - 2025

2) Motion - Approve a donation of $220.00 to support Northland Chorus Show to be held on April 6th, 2024

President's Report

- Mike presented the two options that been brought forward by SOTOS (Lawyers hired for the derostering at the GHC)

- Mike also spoke on the canteen water at the Plate and Strip and what correspondence he received from the Company

- Mike stated that he was having a meeting with Ross Romano on Friday, March 22nd, 2024 along with the Presidents of all

Locals Union in Sault Ste Marie.

- He stated that the Election would take place on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 from 5:30 am to 8:30 pm at the Marconi Hall in the

Fogolar Room.

- Mike stated that there would be another rally on May 30th, 2024. Location to be determined.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on April 17th, 2024 at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

Local Union Elections

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 13:50:05 GMT

All Candidates Meeting April 3, 2024

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 13:48:20 GMT

N O T I C E

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

ALL CANDIDATES MEETING

The Election Committee of Local Union 2251 will be hosting an all candidates

night on the evening of Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the Marconi

Hall in the Fogolar Room.

The candidates who are contesting the following positions will be allowed a five-

minute speech at this meeting. A question period will follow.

PRESIDENT

VICE PRESIDENT

FINANCIAL SECRETARY

TREASURER

TRUSTEES

(Sgd.) Adam Guizzetti

Chair - Election Committee

March 25, 2024

Response letter to March 14, 2024 Sault Star Article

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 18:38:36 GMT

News Articles mentioned in above letter... Please note, the news Articles have been copied from their respective sources for ease of reading.

Open letter to Ross Romano

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 14:25:01 GMT

The Letter below was has been sent to Ross Romano.

CBC News Article

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 18:51:04 GMT

EVERYONE SHOULD READ THIS

Why is it that the more we dig into this crisis we find more and more lack of Government involvement in addressing the critical shortage of primary care physicians. Both the Liberal and Conservative Governments are culpable here. Why is it that the voters that put these people into office are victims of their apathy and inaction when it comes to shortage of doctors?

Another committee is not needed. We require primary care now! Not at some future date so that politicians like our Member of Parliament and our Member of Provincial Parliament can make themselves look good while nothing happens.

Please read the CBC article below.

News Article from First Local News

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 20:19:17 GMT

Please click the link below to read an article about the Health Care Rally on Friday March 1, 2024.

News Article from Sudbury Star February 22, 2024

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 18:25:05 GMT

Please click the link below to read an article in The Sudbury Star.

GM Meeting Summary Report for February 21st, 2024

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 16:04:03 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for February 21st, 2024

The following was approved at the February meeting:

Minutes of the January 17th, 2024 meeting
The financial statement ending January 31st, 2024 and the disbursements of $314,160.10. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $41,402.35. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $127,211.41.

MANNING REPORT AS OF January 31, 2024

NO MANNING REPORT THIS MONTH.

Exempt -

Local 2251 -

Local 2724 -

Grand total

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approve a donation of $550.00 for the Strong Minds Run for Change

2) Motion - Approve a donation of 41000.00 for Pridefest

3) Motion - Approve a donation of $1000.00 to support the Community Strong Race Weekend

President's Report

- Mike stated that the Union has paid $5650.00 as a retainer fee for SOTOS Legal Firm in Toronto to advise us and represent us

as necessary regarding Steelworkers being derostered at the Group Health Centre. The orphaned members represent active Steelworkers as well as retirees and community members.

- Many of the orphaned patients are Steelworkers that originally paid the $135.00 needed to pay back the loan of $800 plus

thousand dollars to build and outfit the Group Health Centre

- Mike stated that we are attempting to resolve this issue however we are also checking whether a class action suit would be

an option.

- A special meeting is being set up for the Utilities Department to address safety concerns. We will let the membership know

the date when it is scheduled.

- Mike reported on the layoff issues and that there were 60 members waiting to be called back.

- Mike spoke on the upcoming elections. As everyone knows this year is an election year. Nominations will take place at our

General Membership Meeting March 20th, 2024. The election committee will be elected at that meeting. Normally we

recommend that the election committee be nominated and elected along with any others nominated at the meeting. We

will look for a motion to this effect at the March Meeting. Nomination for Unit Chair Clerical will take place at the end of

February.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on March 20th, 2024 at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

Rally March 1, 2024

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 20:37:07 GMT

Rally March 1, 2024

Local 2251 will be attending a Rally on Friday March 1, 2024 in front of Ross Romano’s office at 390 Bay St ., from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm.

The purpose of the Rally is to convince the Conservative Government to address the physician shortage using the https://www.cpso.on.ca/en/Physicians/Registration/Registration-Policies/Practice-Ready-Assessment-Program .

This process is available in Ontario to fast track Internationally trained doctors to be able to provide various levels of health care.

Local 2251 is requesting that all members de-rostered from the Group Health Centre and all citizens of Sault Ste. Marie affected by the shortage of primary care physicians attend the rally.

We are also requesting that all Local 2251 members that are available donate the one hour on Friday March 1, 2024 in support of their brothers, sisters and retirees that have been de-rostered due to the shortage of primary care physicians.

Email Addresses

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Thu, 25 Jan 2024 16:20:31 GMT

Thank you to everyone who has provided their personal email address.

We have recently sent 2 email messages, one on Tuesday January 23, 2024 and Wednesday January 24, 2024. If you DID NOT receive an email from us, please resubmit your email using the form on the main page.

Thank you again for helping us keep in contact with our membership!

If you need any support with sending your email, please contact Local2251@usw2251.ca.

Message to Our Members January 23, 2024

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Tue, 23 Jan 2024 16:27:38 GMT

GM Meeting Summary Report for January 17th, 2023

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 15:08:53 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for January 17th, 2023

The following was approved at the January meeting:

Minutes of the December 20th, 2023 meeting
The financial statement ending December 2023 and the disbursements of $281,480.57. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $53,394.88. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $57,560.19.

MANNING REPORT AS OF December 31, 2023

Exempt - 149

Local 2251 - 2239

Local 2724 - 556

Grand total 2944

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approve up to $12,000.00 to build a shelving unit in the front office

2) Motion - Approve up to $3,000.00 for a makeup heater in the front office

President's Report

- Mike spoke on the Plate Mill Modernization.

- He stated the meeting was held on December 5th. The Company was to bring a list back to the Union on specific jobs

starting with the sizer. We have not herd anything yet so a reminder was sent today.

- Mike stated that safety arbitrations were ongoing.

- He also spoke about the Contracting Out arbitrations which are also ongoing.

- Mike talked about the upcoming elections for Executive Officers, Trustees, Guides, Guards and Grievance Committee.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on February 21st, 2024, at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for December 20th, 2023

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 18:29:59 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for December 20th, 2023

The following was approved at the December meeting:

Minutes of the November 15th, 2023 meeting
The financial statement ending November 2023 and the disbursements of $223,735.82. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $3,136.89. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $73,548.99.

MANNING REPORT AS OF November 30th, 2023

Exempt - 150

Local 2251 - 2241

Local 2724 - 555

Grand total 2946

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approve a donation of $300.00 to renew our membership with Sault Ste. Marie Museum.

2) Motion - Approve a donation of $1000.00 to the Alzheimer Society

President's Report

- Mike talked about the staffing levels that were identified in 2001 as the requisite number of employees at the tonnage of the

day.

- Mike spoke on contracting out Steelmaking cranes not releasing successful applicants.

- He had a discussion regarding the 106" mill.

Mike spoke on carpenters losing their scaffolding and form work. He encourage the members in this area to come in and put

in a grievance.

- Mike introduced Nathan Morley and Adam Dukes from the Soo Transit - Mechanics. He mentioned that these are members

of Local 2251 but identified as Local 2251-04.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on January 17th 2024, at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

SOAR Dues 2024

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 19:35:43 GMT

GM Meeting Summary Report for November 15th, 2023

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 15:47:54 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mark Molinaro, Vice President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for November 15th, 2023

The following was approved at the November meeting:

Minutes of the October 18th, 2023 meeting
The financial statement ending October 2023 and the disbursements of $248,458.22. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $85,482.30. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $156,326.62.

MANNING REPORT AS OF October 31st, 2023

Exempt - 150

Local 2251 - 2252

Local 2724 - 555

Grand total 2957

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approve a donation of $200.00 to survivors of deceased members and $300.00 for a family of members who have

passed in the past year.

2) Motion - Approve a donation of $1500.00 to the Sault Ste Marie Soup Kitchen

3) Motion - Approve a donation of $1500.00 to support St. Vincent's Place

4) Motion - Approve a donation of $1500.00 to support ARCH Hospice

5) Motion - Approve a donation 0f $1500.00 to support Pauline's Place

6) Motion - Approve a donation of $1500.00 to support the Salvation Army

7) Motion - Approve a donation of $1500.00 to support Women In Crisis

8) Motion - Approve up to $1500.00 to hold a social after the December General Membership Meeting

9) Motion - Approve a donation of $750.00 to support Making a Difference

President's Report

- - - Mike thanked Kevin Legacy for presenting the wreath on behalf of Local 2251 at the Remembrance Day ceremonies at the GFL.

Mike gave an update on the Plate Mill Modernization.

Mike reported that on December 20th, 2023 we will be at the Delta Hotel to hand out hats and calendars from 2:00 pm until the start of the General Membership Meeting. We will also be having a meet and greet with any members that would like to stop in and discuss anything with the members of the Executive.

Social will take place after the General Membership Meeting on December 20th, 2023.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on December 20th 2023, at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for October 18th, 2023

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 18:04:59 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mark Molinaro, Vice President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for October 18, 2023

The following was approved at the October meeting:

Minutes of the September 20th, 2023 meeting
The financial statement ending September 2023 and the disbursements of $249,184.42. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $121,972.68. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $254,044.45.

MANNING REPORT AS OF September 30th, 2023

Exempt - 147

Local 2251 - 2259

Local 2724 - 553

Grand total 2959

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approve a donation of $1000.00 for the Canadian Fallen Heroes Foundation

2) Motion - Approve a up to three members to attend the Returning to Spirit - Seeds of Reconciliation Workshop to be held in

Sault Ste. Marie on November 20th, 2023. Must submit name to deblogan@usw2251.ca by November 1st, 2023. If we have

more than three members applying, we will have a draw.

3) Motion - Approve a up to $18,000.00 to purchase dessert trays and 200 Personal Essential Bags to be donated for active and

retired members in the nursing homes, hospital and ARCH.

4) Motion - Approve up to $106,000.00 to purchase 2400 hats for members.

President's Report

- No report as Mike could not attend meeting.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on November 15, 2023, at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for September 20, 2023

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 12:54:42 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for September 20, 2023

The following was approved at the September meeting:

Minutes of the August 16th, 2023 meeting
The financial statement ending August 2023 and the disbursements of $101,350.78. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $15,322.31. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $128,238.14.

MANNING REPORT AS OF August 31st, 2023

Exempt - 147

Local 2251 - 2308

Local 2724 - 549

Grand total 3004

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approve a $5170.00 plus tax to install a security gate between the ramp and building at 8 Albert Street East.

2) Motion - Approve a donation of $1095.00 to place an ad in the Ontario Command Legion's 11th annual edition of the Military Service Recognition Book.

3) Motion - Approve a donation of $4000.00 to support The Sunshine Foundation of Canada to help change lives of children and youth living with physical disabilities.

4) Motion - Approve $1000.00 to support the new course Returning to Spirit - Roots of Reconciliation.

5) Approve a donation of up to $23,500.00 to sponsor the breakfast programs at Huron-Superior and Algoma District School

Boards.

6) Approve $150.00 to sponsor a wreath for the November 11th ceremony in support of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

7) Approve a donation of $452.00 to support the teddy bear campaign to assist emergency services and comfort children who are going through traumatic events and times of distress.

8) Approve a donation of $4500.00 to Harvest Algoma who provides food to a number of organizations who require food for clients.

President's Report

- Mike stated that we were still waiting on a sample hat for members to approve.

- The Board of Stewards and General Membership Meetings will be held at the Marconi Hall for one more month in October and then back to the Delta for the foreseeable future.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on September 20th, 2023, at the Marconi Hall at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for August 16th, 2023

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 14:20:10 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for August 16th, 2023

The following was approved at the August meeting:

Minutes of the July 19th, 2023 meeting
The financial statement ending July 2023 and the disbursements of $143,009.03. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $40,628.20. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $118,959.60.

MANNING REPORT AS OF July 30th, 2023

Exempt - 148

Local 2251 - 2320

Local 2724 - 547

Grand total 3015

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approve a donation of $1500.00 to support the Community Builders Awards. We would be sponsoring the Sports and

Recreation Award.

2) Motion - Approve $337.87 to support MADD Message Yearbook and put an ad in tis year's yearbook.

3) Motion - Approve $500.00 to support the Alzheimer Society Social with Purpose.

4) Motion - Approve $8960.60 plus HST to get an LG 18K Ductless Split air conditioner put into the server room due to the extreme

heat and potential for the server room to overheat.

President's Report

- Mike spoke about the settlement for contracting out.

- He reported that the COLA was rolled in August 1st, 2023 - $1.08

- He reported that the EAF Special Membership Meetings had been changed from July 27th, 2023 to August 30, 2023

- Mike spoke about the Health and Safety grievance. He stated that a Sep 2 was held and reminded the members management is

interpreting the provision of the manual and often times they are wrong. The members have to be very careful and not simply

accept direction. Consult the manual if you have any doubts.

- He also stated that we were getting a gat built to block off behind the ramp as it has become a safety issue.

- The Board of Stewards and General Membership Meetings will be held at the Marconi Hall for September and October and then

back to the Delta for the foreseeable future.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on September 20th, 2023, at the Marconi Hall at 7:30 pm.

GM Meeting Summary Report for July 19th, 2023

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 13:53:13 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for July 19th, 2023

The following was approved at the July meeting:

Minutes of the June 21st, 2023 meeting
The financial statement ending June 2023 and the disbursements of $204,048.61. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $8,556.86. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $89,208.48.

MANNING REPORT AS OF June 30th, 2023

Exempt - 147

Local 2251 - 2317

Local 2724 - 535

Grand total 2999

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approve a donation of $1000.00 to the new Community Resource Centre to provide coffee and sanacks for vulnerable individuals in our community.

President's Report

- Mike spoke about the EAF. He announced the Special Membership Meeting on July 27th, 2023 at the Quattro at 9:30 am, 3:30 pm,

and 7:30 pm.

· Mike stated that members need to be careful of what they are doing.

- He also spoke on the fatality of Damien Bryant in Algoma Steel and the investigation that was taking place.

- He spoke on grievances that have been filed on Health and Safety.

- He also stated that the Company had requested that trades be moved from Coke and Ironmaking to reduce Contracting Out in

other areas and backfill with contractors.

- Mike stated that Code 14's must be requested. A record of reporting the hazard to supervision must exist.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on August 16th, 2023, at the Marconi Hall at 7:30 pm.

Special General Membership Meeting Notice - July 27th, 2023

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 15:44:24 GMT

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

SPECIAL M E M B E R S H I P

M E E T I N G

Thursday, July 27th, 2023

Quattro Hotel

9:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Information regarding recent letters sent to members about potentially being affected by going to EAF technology

ALL MEMBERS ARE URGED TO ATTEND

Mike Da Prat Luca Robibaro

President Recording Secretary

www.usw2251.ca

General Membership Meeting Notice - July 19th, 2023

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 15:39:48 GMT

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

G E N E R A L

M E M B E R S H I P

M E E T I N G

Wednesday – July 19th, 2023

7:30PM

208 St. Mary's Drive (Delta Hotel)

AGENDA:

- Financial Statement

- Correspondence and recommendations

- Officers' Report

- Representatives' Report

- Committee Report

- Good and Welfare

- Other important business

ALL MEMBERS ARE URGED TO ATTEND

Mike Da Prat Luca Robibaro

President Recording Secretary

www.usw2251.ca

GM Meeting Summary Report for June 21st, 2023

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 13:39:35 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for June 21st,, 2023

The following was approved at the June meeting:

Minutes of the April 19th, 2023 meeting
The financial statement ending April 30, 2023 and the disbursements of $159,931.44. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $17,585.13. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $112,806.33.

MANNING REPORT AS OF May 31st, 2023

Exempt - 149

Local 2251 - 2321

Local 2724 - 526

Grand total 2996

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approve a donation of $1000.00 to the Sault Ste Marie & District Labour Council to fill backpacks

· 2) Motion – Approve a donation of $500.00 to sponsor the Kidney Walk for the Kidney Foundation of Canada to be held on Sunday, September 24th, 2023..

· 3)Motion – Approve a donation of $1000.00 to support the Algoma Family Services Foundation for the Community Strong Race Weekend.

· 4) Motion – Approve a donation of $1000.00 to The Fringe North Festival 2023 to be held in Sault Ste Marie on August 16-20, 2023.

· 5) Motion – Approve a cost of $2503.94 to purchase a Power PDF Program to replace Paperport.

President's Report

- Mike spoke about the Joint Health & Safety and all of the issues the Local has had with it being followed in Algoma Steel.

· Mike stated that we have set up a Special Membership Meeting to address the concerns with the letter regarding reductions

because of the EAF. It will be held on July 27th, 2023 at the Quattro Hotel.

· Mike stated that the profit sharing would be deposited on June 23rd but we did not have any figures yet.

- He also spoke on the fatality of Damien Bryant in Algoma Steel and the investigation that was taking place.

- He spoke on staffing lines.

- He also spoke on new hires must not be afraid to ask questions if they don't know or are unsure about their jobs.

- Mike stated that the Statutory Holiday on a Saturday was the employer's choice of what day they would take off for the holiday.

- Our Golf Tournament is on August 13th and we need 8 golfers. Please submit your name to deblogan@usw2251.ca. If we have

more than 8 names, we will have a draw.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on July 19th, 2023, at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

General Membership Meeting Notice - June 21st, 2023

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 17:37:02 GMT

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

G E N E R A L

M E M B E R S H I P

M E E T I N G

Wednesday – June 21st, 2023

7:30PM

208 St. Mary's Drive (Delta Hotel)

AGENDA:

- Financial Statement

- Correspondence and recommendations

- Officers' Report

- Representatives' Report

- Committee Report

- Good and Welfare

- Other important business

ALL MEMBERS ARE URGED TO ATTEND

Mike Da Prat Luca Robibaro

President Recording Secretary

www.usw2251.ca

GM Meeting Summary Report for May 17th, 2023

Thu, 18 May 2023 17:32:57 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for May 17th, 2023

The following was approved at the May meeting:

Minutes of the April 19th, 2023 meeting
The financial statement ending April 30, 2023 and the disbursements of $159,931.44. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $17,585.13. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $112,806.33.

MANNING REPORT AS OF April 30th, 2023

Exempt - 140

Local 2251 - 2255

Local 2724 - 519

Grand total 2914

The following motions were approved:

· 1) Motion – Approve an additional $33.90 to approve the donation for the Algoma University Student Handbook 2023/2024. Original motion was passed on February 15 ^th , 2023. Price increased by $33.90.

· 2) Motion – Approve a donation of $1000.00 to sponsor the Sault Pride’s 10 ^th Annual Pridefest to be held July 16 ^th – 30 ^th , 2023.

· Motion – Approve a donation of $1000.00 to 2310 Army Cadet League of Canada for their 75 ^th Anniversary to be held on June 2 ^nd and 3 ^rd , 2023.

· 4) Motion – Approve a donation of $1000.00 to Grover4Good for their 2 ^nd Annual “Come as you are” Gala Barbeque.

· 5) Motion – Approve a donation of $446.35 to sponsor the Courageous K9’s.

· 6) Motion – Approve a donation of $1000.00 to sponsor the 5 ^th Annual Golf for Kids Sake Tournament.

President's Report

- Mike spoke about the Joint Health & Safety Manual stating that it was almost ready to go to the printers

· Mike stated that he will call a Special Membership Meeting when mitigation strategy is developed for the EAF – Reductions.

· Mike stated that the Company policy requires that employees report any prescribed drugs that they are taking.

· He also stated that we are looking for anyone who is interested in becoming a Safety Rep. Names and resumes should be submitted to Local2251@usw2251.ca

· Mike explained that there is an ongoing dispute between LU 2251 and the Company regarding medical gate passes.

· Mike stated that the COLA was to increase to $1.08 on May 21, 2023.

· Mike gave an explanation on where we are in finding Canadian hats manufacturers.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on June 21st, 2023, at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

General Membership Meeting Notice - May 17th, 2023

Tue, 09 May 2023 13:15:48 GMT

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

G E N E R A L

M E M B E R S H I P

M E E T I N G

Wednesday – May 17th, 2023

7:30PM

208 St. Mary's Drive (Delta Hotel)

AGENDA:

- Financial Statement

- Correspondence and recommendations

- Officers' Report

- Representatives' Report

- Committee Report

- Good and Welfare

- Other important business

ALL MEMBERS ARE URGED TO ATTEND

Mike Da Prat Luca Robibaro

President Recording Secretary

www.usw2251.ca

GM Meeting Summary Report for April 19, 2023

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 14:25:27 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for April 19, 2023

The following was approved at the April meeting:

Minutes of the March15th, 2023 meeting
The financial statement ending March 31, 2023 and the disbursements of $145,443.85. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $14,387.26. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $90,435.15.

Motion – Approve a $200.00 donation to the 56th Annual Northland Chorus Show that was held on April 15th, 2023
Motion – Approve purchasing 2 season tickets for the Soo Greyhounds. Tickets for the games would be drawn at the GMM for those who attend the meeting.
Motion – Approve a donation of $500 to Strong Minds Run for Change to raise awareness on Mental Health
Motion – Approve a donation of $375.00 as a "Donation Matching Initiative Campaign" for the Big Brothers Big Sisters.
Motion – Approve a donation of $150.00 for bagged compost for the garden beds surrounding the USW Office on Albert Street

MANNING REPORT AS OF MARCH 31, 2023

Exempt - 138

Local 2251 - 2243

Local 2724 - 517

Grand total 2898

President's Report

- Contract for Unifor 1359 (Office Staff)

The Employer agrees if Local 2251 receives Family Day or any other newly created day, the office and clerical staff will also be

provided those stats.

All Office/clerical staff will be increased to the value of JC 8 Clerical 2251 as of June 16, 2022. All future increases will be

calculated at the equivalent to a JC 8 clerical 2251.

COLA will be the same as Local 2251.

Contract will be in effect from June 16, 2023 until June 15, 2027.

Motion by Brothers DeGregorio/Roussain that we approve the Collective Agreement agreement for Unifor 1359 (Office Staff) as reported. Motion was carried.

-- He also talked about requesting the overtime lists from the stewards

- He stated the Local will be looking for support to purchase USW 2251 caps. The motion will be brought to the floor once we have a

price. He stated we would be looking at 2500 caps.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on May 17th, 2023, at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

General Membership Meeting Notice - April 19th, 2023

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 19:23:32 GMT

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

G E N E R A L

M E M B E R S H I P

M E E T I N G

Wednesday – April 19th, 2023

7:30PM

208 St. Mary's Drive (Delta Hotel)

AGENDA:

- Financial Statement

- Correspondence and recommendations

- Officers' Report

- Representatives' Report

- Committee Report

- Good and Welfare

- Other important business

ALL MEMBERS ARE URGED TO ATTEND

Mike Da Prat Luca Robibaro

President Recording Secretary

www.usw2251.ca

GM Meeting Summary Report for March 15, 2023

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 15:18:27 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for March 15, 2023

The following was approved at the February meeting:

Minutes of the February 15th, 2023 meeting
The financial statement ending February 28, 2023 and the disbursements of $142,338.61. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $33, 139.26. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $114,505.54.

Motion – Approve $1500 to sponsor the Korah Collegiate Football Team to compete at OFSAA..
Motion – Approve an additional $226.00 for the motion for Thrive 2023 Annual Fundraiser..
Motion – Approve a donation of $500 to OntORA to help with fishing regulations in Zone 10 and moose tags.
Motion – Approve a donation of $1000 for the Algoma Autism Foundation 10th Anniversary event to be held at the Grand Gardens.
Motion – Approve a donation of $1000 for the Alzheimer Society.

MANNING REPORT AS OF FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Exempt - 134

Local 2251 - 2238

Local 2724 - 510

Grand total 2882

President's Report

- Mike reported on Negotiations with Support Staff.

- He also talked about safety - numerous close calls.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on April 19th, 2023, at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

General Membership Meeting Notice - March 15, 2023

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 14:50:58 GMT

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

G E N E R A L

M E M B E R S H I P

M E E T I N G

Wednesday – March 15, 2023

7:30PM

208 St. Mary's Drive (Delta Hotel)

AGENDA:

- Financial Statement

- Correspondence and recommendations

- Officers' Report

- Representatives' Report

- Committee Report

- Good and Welfare

- Other important business

ALL MEMBERS ARE URGED TO ATTEND

Mike Da Prat Luca Robibaro

President Recording Secretary

www.usw2251.ca

GM Meeting Summary Report for February 15, 2023

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 16:04:04 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for February 15, 2023

The following was approved at the February meeting:

Minutes of the January 18th, 2023 meeting
The financial statement ending January 31, 2023 and the disbursements of $204,215.21. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $204,215.21. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $132,108.64

Motion – Approve $1130.00 to sponsor the Thrive 2023 Annual Fundraiser to be held August 15th, 2023 at the Machine Shop.
Motion – Approve a donation of $500.00 to sponsor the Bon Soo Snowflake Trail.
Motion – Approve a donation of $446.35 for the Sault College Student Handbook for 2023/2024.
Motion – Approve a donation of $559.35 for the Algoma University Student Handbook for 2023/2024.

MANNING REPORT AS OF JANUARY 31, 2023

Exempt - 131

Local 2251 - 2243

Local 2724 - 504

Grand total 2878

President's Report

- Mike spoke on the relationship between Management and Local 2251 regarding Health and Safety for an hour explaining how issues have come to light and how they are being dealt with.

- He also spoke on the three Co-Chairs for Health and Safety and their roles

- Mike spoke on staffing issues that have been happening in different departments in the plant.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on March 15th, 2023, at the Delta Hotel at 7:30 pm.

Family Skate Poster

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 19:51:09 GMT

General Membership Meeting Notice - February 15, 2023

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 13:50:30 GMT

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

G E N E R A L

M E M B E R S H I P

M E E T I N G

Wednesday – February 15, 2023

7:30PM

208 St. Mary's Drive (Delta Hotel)

AGENDA:

- Financial Statement

- Correspondence and recommendations

- Officers' Report

- Representatives' Report

- Committee Report

- Good and Welfare

- Other important business

ALL MEMBERS ARE URGED TO ATTEND

Mike Da Prat Luca Robibaro

President Recording Secretary

www.usw2251.ca

General Membership Meeting Notice - January 18, 2023

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 16:52:00 GMT

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

G E N E R A L

M E M B E R S H I P

M E E T I N G

Wednesday – January 18, 2023

7:30PM

208 St. Mary's Drive (Delta Hotel)

AGENDA:

- Financial Statement

- Correspondence and recommendations

- Officers' Report

- Representatives' Report

- Committee Report

- Good and Welfare

- Other important business

ALL MEMBERS ARE URGED TO ATTEND

Mike Da Prat Luca Robibaro

President Recording Secretary

www.usw2251.ca

GM Meeting Summary Report for December 21st, 2022

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 14:21:42 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for December 21st, 2022

The following was approved at the December meeting:

Minutes of the November 16th, 2022 meeting
The financial statement ending November 30th, 2022 and the disbursements of $116,004.56. Our receipts were in excess of our disbursements by $9,041.21. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $152,742.60.

The following was approved at the March meeting:

Motion – Approve a donation of $300.00 to purchase a membership at the Sault Ste. Marie Museum for one year for all members to use.
Motion – Approve a donation of $750.00 to Making a Difference for seniors and adults with special needs.
Motion – Approve the cost of $254.56 to cover the cost of the personal hygiene bags and desserts.

MANNING REPORT AS OF November 30th, 2022

Exempt 127

Local 2724 506

Local 2251 2,114

Total 2,747

There was no President's Report this month.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on January 18th, 2023 at 7:30 p.m., at the Old Union Hall (68 Dennis Street).

USW Local 2251 Donations

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 18:31:03 GMT

Local Union 2251 has a long history of donating to the community and worthwhile

causes.

The Local Union contributed $144,884.21 in 2022. Some of the recipients were:

Alzheimer Society

Big Brothers Big Sisters of SSMarie

Sault Pride

Soo Dan Hapkido

Muscular Dystrophy Canada

Kidney Foundation

The Sunshine Foundation of Canada

Algoma District School Board

Huron-Superior Catholic School Board

St. Vincent’s Place

Sault Ste Marie Soup Kitchen

Pauline’s Place

Sault Area Hospital Foundation

Since 2007, USW Local 2251 has donated a total of $796,329.20. The Executive and

members are proud to be able to donate to the many worthwhile causes we have

supported.

Letter of thanks from Algoma District School Board

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 16:28:15 GMT

GM Meeting Summary Report for November 16th, 2022

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 16:19:21 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for November 16, 2022

The following was approved at the November meeting:

Minutes of the October 19th, 2022 meeting
The financial statement ending October 31st, 2022 and the disbursements of $126,574.73. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $69,019.71. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $70,036.33.

The following was approved at the March meeting:

Motion – Approve the cost up to $14,000.00 to purchase dessert trays and approximately 200 Personal Essential Bags to be donated for active and retired members in the nursing homes, hospital and ARCH.
Motion – Approve a donation of $200.00 to survivors of deceased members and $300.00 for a family of members who have passed in the past year.
Motion – Approve a donation to $1500.00 to the Sault Ste Marie Soup Kitchen.
Motion – Approve a donation of $1500.00 to to support St. Vincent's.
Motion - Approve up to $1000.00 to hold a social after the December General Membership Meeting.
Motion - Approve a donation of $1500.00 to support the ARCH Hospice
Motion - Approve a donation of $1500.00 to support Pauline's Place.
Motion - Approve a donation of $30.00 to the Royal Canadian Legion. The wreaths have gone up in price from $120.00 to $150.00.
Motion - Approve a donation of $1000.00 to support Shadows of the Mind Film Festival.
Motion - Approve a donation of $55,600.00 to purchases two Bi-Pap (non-invasive ventilators) machines for Sault Area Hospital to be used in the ICU and ER.

11. Motion - Approve a donation of $1000.00 to the Canadian Fallen Heroes Foundation

MANNING REPORT AS OF , 2022

No manning report for October 31, 2022

1 Death - Brother Raymond Boland, #4362

The membership will observe a minute of silence for our late Brother Raymond Boland.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on December 21st, 2022 at 7:30 p.m., to be determined.

SOAR Updates Election Procedure

rmorley@usw2251.ca (Ruth Morley) — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 19:01:06 GMT

General Membership Meeting Notice - October 19th, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 19:00:19 GMT

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

G E N E R A L

M E M B E R S H I P

M E E T I N G

Wednesday – October 19th, 2022

7:30PM

The Marconi Event Centre – 450 Albert Street West

AGENDA:

- Financial Statement

- Correspondence and recommendations

- Officers' Report

- Representatives' Report

- Committee Report

- Good and Welfare

- Other important business

ALL MEMBERS ARE URGED TO ATTEND

Mike Da Prat Luca Robibaro

President Recording Secretary

www.usw2251.ca

Negotiation Update August 30, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Tue, 30 Aug 2022 17:27:57 GMT

August 29 ^th , 2022

United Steelworkers Local 2251 held Special Membership Meetings on Thursday, August 25 ^th , 2022 to present the Memorandum of Agreement that was reached with the Company on Tuesday, August 23 ^rd , 2022. The Negotiating Committee unanimously recommended the agreement.

Voting took place on August 25 ^th after the start of the first meeting and continued until the end of the last meeting. Voting also continued on Monday August 29 ^th , 2022 from 5:30 am to 10:30 pm.

The results of the vote are that the membership voted 93% acceptance of the Memorandum of Agreement.

This agreement will provide stability for our members and community for the next five years. The USW Local 2251 Negotiating Committee wishes to thank our members for their continued support.

In Solidarity,

Your USW Local 2251 Negotiating Committee

Mike Da Prat Mark Molinaro Luca Robibaro

Bob Roussain Marino DeGregorio Janice Merrick

Negotiation Update August 23, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 20:07:45 GMT

This afternoon, August 23, 2022, Local Union 2251 has reached a Memorandum of Agreement with Algoma Steel.

An information meeting for the purpose of presenting the Memorandum to the Members is scheduled for August 25, 2022 at the Quattro Hotel and Conference Centre. There will be three meetings, 9:30 am, 3:30 pm and 7:30 pm.

The Memorandum is being unanimously recommended by the Negotiating Committee.

All members are urged to attend.

Pursuant to Local Union By-Law 33, the membership shall be allowed 48 hours to study the memorandum of settlement before a vote is held to accept or reject the new Collective Agreement.

To that end, the membership will vote to accept or reject the Memorandum on Thursday August 25, 2022 if they wish to vote early.

Regular voting will be on Monday August 29, 2022 from 5:30 am to 10:30 pm.

The vote will be at 550 Queen St. W. (Entrance to parking lot is west of the tracks on Albert St. on the south side of Albert St.) Please see map below.

Message to our Members - August 17, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 15:36:44 GMT

Please be advised that members of Local Union 2251 will be allowed to vote at the conclusion of the first meeting until the conclusion of the last meeting on August 25, 2022 at the Quattro Hotel.

Voting will take place also on Monday, August 29 ^th at 550 Queen Street East from 5:30 am to 10:30 pm. Tabulation will take place immediately after the close of voting.

In Solidarity

Your Negotiating Committee

Mike Da Prat

Mark Molinaro

Luca Robibaro

Bob Roussain

Marino DeGregorio

Janice Merrick

Message to our Members - August 15, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Mon, 15 Aug 2022 13:51:38 GMT

There have been comments made regarding the amount of time that the Union is taking in holding the vote for the Company’s last best final offer.

The fact of the matter is, the Union is not bringing a Memorandum of Agreement to the members. When the Union brings a memorandum to the members, the requirement to give notice is not the same as the notice requirement for Special General Membership meetings.

We are not bringing a Memorandum of Agreement to the members. We are bringing an offer from the Company to the negotiating committee which was then circulated by the Company to our members.

To be absolutely clear, the union is bringing the offer to the members recommending that the members reject it unanimously as it is not a good offer.

This creates the situation that this is a Special General Membership called by the President for the purpose of discussing an offer by the company that is not a memorandum, is not signed by any parties, and is resoundingly recommended to be rejected by the negotiating committee.

This offer was not made to the members at all, it was only advertised to the members. The offer was actually made to the negotiating committee.

It is common practice to give members two weeks’ notice for a Special General Membership Meeting and that is the reason for the date that the meeting has been scheduled.

In Solidarity

Your Negotiating Committee

Mike Da Prat

Mark Molinaro

Luca Robibaro

Bob Roussain

Marino DeGregorio

Janice Merrick

Negotiating Committee Update August 12, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 20:29:16 GMT

On August 11, 2022 the Union approached the Company to see if there would be any value in meeting in an attempt to reach agreement on wage increases. The Union was under the impression that if the Union committed to moving off 3.5% wage increases for every year of the Collective Agreement, the Company was willing to discuss movement on wages.

It should be noted that the Union moved a number of times from the original proposed wage increases down to 3.5% for every year of a Collective Agreement. Further, the Union’s position always has been that COLA is completely separate from discussions regarding wage increases.

At the same time, the Union was bargaining in good faith, the Company was issuing communiques from the CEO giving their description of their “Last, Best and Final Offers”.

The Company’s position was that the Union should allow the members to vote. The Union’s position was that they could not bring those “Last, Best and Final Offers” to the members as the Union was not prepared to dignify them as fair offers.

At today’s meeting, the discussions stalled over who was to make an original offer to the other party. Again, the Union’s position was that the Union had responded the last day with a reasonable offer which consisted of a significantly shortened list of non-monetary proposals (contract language etc.) and a significantly reduced wage increase down to 3.5% per year. In spite of the fact the Union had committed to moving off 3.5%, the Company wanted the Union to make an offer which would result in the Union negotiating with itself.

As a result, discussions were terminated today, and the Union informed the Company that a vote on their last (second), “Last, Best and Final Offer” would be scheduled. The purpose of the vote is to demonstrate the members support for their negotiating committee’s position and the fact that the members found the “Last, Best and Final Offer” unacceptable.

We informed the Company clearly that the vote was not to satisfy their request, but to ensure that the members made the decision and for the members to send a clear message to the Company.

To that end, the Union scheduled three meetings on Thursday August 25, 2022, 9:30 am, 3:30 pm and 7:30 pm, at the Quattro Hotel and Conference Centre, 229 Great Northern Road.

The meeting is to inform the members and to clearly demonstrate that the offers are unacceptable and to provide the members the negotiating committee’s recommendation to reject the Company’s offer and to go on strike.

Please monitor your emails, our website www.usw2251.ca and the news media for any new information.

The members will be provided 48 hours to consider and discuss the Company’s ““Last, Best and Final Offer” and a vote will be conducted. The vote will be held at 550 Queen St. W. (west of the tracks on the north side of Queen St. Please be advised that the parking lot is accessed from the Albert St. side), August 29, 2022 - 8:30 am – 4:30 pm , August 30, 2022 - 8:30 am – 4:30 pm and August 31, 2022 – 5:30 am – 9:30 pm..

The negotiating committee also informed the Company that in spite of the Union being in a legal strike position, the Union was not withdrawing the services of their members and going on strike until 8 hours after the results of the vote are tabulated. Unless otherwise notified by the Company, all members of Local 2251 should report for work on August 16, 2022, continuing until the result of the vote is known.

The Company is also in a legal lockout position as of 12:00 am August 16, 2022. It is possible that we may be locked out.

Negotiating Committee Update

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 20:09:23 GMT

Please be advised that Local 2251 is meeting with the Company tomorrow at 11:00 am to continue discussions and negotiations in an attempt to arrive at a Memorandum of Agreement.

We will keep you informed.

In Solidarity,
Local 2251 Negotiating Committee

Negotiating Committee Update

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Tue, 09 Aug 2022 17:53:27 GMT

Contrary to comments on Facebook, no one from Local 2251 is attending the International Convention in Las Vegas. Certainly not the negotiating committee. We are ready, able and willing to continue negotiating.

Furthermore, the offer was not made to the members it was made to the negotiating committee. if the Company wanted the members to vote, then the Company should have applied for Section 42 under the Labour Relations Act. They have not. Ask yourself why not!

Message to Our Members - August 8th, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 16:52:20 GMT

Message to Our Members - August 5th, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Sat, 06 Aug 2022 02:46:17 GMT

There was a communique that was emailed to all members that have provided their email. If you wish to receive this communique,

please make sure the Union has your personal email so you can receive this important information.

Results of Strike Vote - July 30, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Sun, 31 Jul 2022 02:54:45 GMT

July 30th, 2022

Over the past four days the members of USW Local Union 2251 have voted to support the

Recommendation of the Negotiating Committee to vote strike.

The membership voted 91% for a Strike.

In solidarity,

Your USW Local 2251 Negotiating Committee

Mike Da Prat

Mark Molinaro

Luca Robibaro

Bob Roussain

Marino DeGregorio

Janice Merrick

……….IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO, MAKE SURE THE UNION HAS YOUR CURRENT CONTACT INFORMATION. ……… MONITOR WWW.USW2251.CA FOR ONGOING UPDATES.

Extension of Contract - July 30, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Sat, 30 Jul 2022 23:24:29 GMT

July 30th, 2022

USW Local 2251 and Algoma Steel have agreed on a 15-day extension to the Collective Agreement. A key issue regarding COLA was addressed which allows the Union to continue negotiating towards our fair share with Algoma.

We are urging all of our members to report to work as scheduled as we have an extension to our Collective Agreement.

The Union wishes to inform all of our volunteers on the Strike Committee who were scheduled to report to the Union offices on Sunday, July 31st should no longer attend as the offices will be closed.

In solidarity,

Your USW Local 2251 Negotiating Committee

Mike Da Prat

Mark Molinaro

Luca Robibaro

Bob Roussain

Marino DeGregorio

Janice Merrick

……….IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO, MAKE SURE THE UNION HAS YOUR CURRENT CONTACT INFORMATION. ……… MONITOR WWW.USW2251.CA FOR ONGOING UPDATES.

Message to Our Members - July 29, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 16:43:56 GMT

MESSAGE FROM THE 2022 NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE:

The Committee is advising all Local 2251 Members the following:

To all those that work on critical assignments within the Steelworks, the Committee requests that you email or text your Supervisor, FLS or Superintendent, requesting who will be relieving you of your duties at 12:01 AM.

In some cases, you may be required to complete your scheduled shift.

Remember to remove your personal belongs from the premises.

The Committee recommends that there be a smooth transition to idle operations.

The Committee is informing the members that the Strike Committee is currently working on the completion of the picket scheduling for the month of August at four picket locations.

Once scheduling is complete the members will be notified on when and where to show up for their required strike duties.

The Local has secured a Strike Headquarters at 162 Gore Street

Thank You for your understanding and co-operation!

In solidarity,

Your USW Local 2251 Negotiating Committee

Mike Da Prat

Mark Molinaro

Luca Robibaro

Bob Roussain

Marino DeGregorio

Janice Merrick

……….IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO, MAKE SURE THE UNION HAS YOUR CURRENT CONTACT INFORMATION. ……… MONITOR WWW.USW2251.CA FOR ONGOING UPDATES.

Message to Our Members - July 28, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 14:01:00 GMT

This release is in response to Algoma’s “Message to all members of Local 2251”. First, I wish to point out that the Local 2251 Negotiating Committee provided the actual exchange documents between the parties to our members. The information provided by the Union was factual and not an opinion piece.

I also wish to address the COLA myth perpetrated by Algoma and our sister Local 2724. COLA definition is Cost Of Living Adjustment. It was originally negotiated in the 1969-1972 Agreement. It was used to protect wages during (the wage and price control) legislated by the Government in 1975 to 1978. COLA was conceived and implemented to protect wages from inflation. It is a form of insurance that only pays if inflation rises. It should be noted that Algoma’s product price increases with increases in inflation to protect their profits. COLA does the same for our wages and is not a separate wage increase!

During the negotiations culminating in the 2018 Memorandum, COLA was negotiated for the period of the Collective Agreement. MU 11 addressed Cost Of Living in Article 15.04. The Collect Agreement available for all to see in our current CBA, Article 15.04.75, clearly states;

“Effective July 31, 2022, the total amount of the cost of living allowance in effect at July 31, 2022 will be added to the Standard Hourly Rates.”

Why should the COLA payment for 2022 be considered a wage increase for 2023?

Our CEO and senior managers receive share offerings as part of their compensation. Share value appreciation for shares received in the year 2022 is not subtracted from the compensation they receive for 2023.

When the shares rise in value during 2022 or thereafter, they do not subtract the increased value of the shares from their 2023 compensation, so why should Local 2251 consider COLA payments negotiated and paid in 2022 as a raise in 2023?

There is no explanation why Local 2724 agreed that a COLA payment generated and paid in 2022 should be considered part of a wage increase in 2023.

Algoma’s CEO states that Local 2251’s proposal is more than 20% over 3 years once COLA is rolled in. COLA is protection against inflation and is used by the Company to prevent Local Union 2251 from requesting larger wage increases to protect against inflation. COLA is not a wage increase! It only pays if inflation rises above a certain threshold!

In closing, our proposals outline a fair agreement. We asked for a 6%, 6% and 4%, not 20%. Algoma cites a number of employers. Our answer is we bought Algoma in 1992, we gave it up in 1995/1996, we invested in the Company in 1990, we invested again in 2001, we contributed over 156 million dollars in 2013 and we contributed again in 2015 to 2018. No other Union has contributed to the viability of their Company like USW Local 2251. In a time of extraordinary profits we are entitled to a fair agreement!!

We continue to work for you and are negotiating to get a fair deal.

In solidarity,

Your USW Local 2251 Negotiating Committee

Mike Da Prat

Mark Molinaro

Luca Robibaro

Bob Roussain

Marino DeGregorio

Janice Merrick

General Membership Meeting Notice - July 20th, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 15:17:21 GMT

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

G E N E R A L

M E M B E R S H I P

M E E T I N G

Wednesday – July 20th, 2022

7:30PM

The Marconi Event Centre – 450 Albert Street West

AGENDA:

- Financial Statement

- Correspondence and recommendations

- Officers' Report

- Representatives' Report

- Committee Report

- Good and Welfare

- Other important business

ALL MEMBERS ARE URGED TO ATTEND

Mike Da Prat Luca Robibaro

President Recording Secretary

www.usw2251.ca

Special Membership Meeting July 27, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Thu, 14 Jul 2022 20:13:42 GMT

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS

Wednesday, July 27th, 2022

GFL Memorial Gardens

9:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Update members on the status of negotiations.

If the parties have reached Agreement on a Memorandum, the members will vote on the Memorandum. If there is no Memorandum, then the members will vote on the recommendation made by the Negotiating Committee.

Pursuant to By-Law 32, a strike vote must be taken prior to the termination of the Collective Agreement. A vote on the recommendation of the Negotiating will take place on:

Voting will take place after the first meeting and continue until the last meeting.

Voting is also available at 68 Dennis Street Thursday July 28th and Friday July 29th from

8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

July 30th, 2022

Old Union Hall - 68 Dennis Street

5:30 am to 9:30 pm.

Mike Da Prat

President

Luca Robibaro

Recording Secretary

CAT Newsletter July 7 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Thu, 07 Jul 2022 17:27:59 GMT

Date: July 7th, 2022

MESSAGE FROM THE 2022 NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE

There was a great turnout for the July 4th Strike mandate vote and special meeting at the GFL Memorial Gardens. The result of the vote was a 99% YES vote our negotiating committee is now better equipped to work on “Negotiating Our Fair Share”.

MEET YOUR 2022 NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE:

Mike Da Prat Mark Molinaro Bob Roussain

Marino DeGregorio Luca Robibaro Janice Merrick

IMPORTANT DATES:

July 20th 2022- General Membership Meeting.

Aug 1st- Civic Holiday.

Aug 17th- General Membership Meeting.

MEET YOUR STRIKE COMMITTEE:

Steve Johnson Jordan Ambeault Frank Bruni

Adam Burns Mike Strachan

YOUR UNION NEEDS YOU!

To volunteer for various strike committees or help out your local please call 705-942-3900.

……….IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO, MAKE SURE THE UNION HAS YOUR CURRENT CONTACT INFORMATION.

……… MONITOR WWW.USW2251.CA FOR ONGOING UPDATES

Strike Authorization Vote - July 4th, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Tue, 05 Jul 2022 03:29:41 GMT

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

USW Local 2251

Strike Authorization Vote

July 4th, 2022

On July 4th, 2022, the members of Local Union 2251 voted on a Strike Authorization Vote.

The members voted overwhelmingly to approve the strike authorization by 99%.

Mike Da Prat

President

Strike Authorization Vote - July 4th, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 18:04:12 GMT

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

USW Local 2251

Strike Authorization Vote

Monday, July 4th, 2022

Strike action is the main weapon Unions have against the Employers. The strike authorization given by the membership will force the Employer to continue to negotiate in good faith or give permission to the Union leadership to call for a strike.

To be clear a strike authorization vote is NOT a vote to go on strike, it just puts the Union in a legal strike position.

Special General Membership Meetings to provide Negotiation Update will be held at the GFL Memorial Gardens at 9:30 am, 3:30 pm and 7:30 pm.

Strike Authorization Vote by secret ballot will take place from 7:30 am to 9:30 pm at the GFL Memorial Gardens on the main floor.

Please get out to support your Negotiating Committee.

Special Membership Meeting Notice - July 4th, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Fri, 17 Jun 2022 17:52:10 GMT

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

SPECIAL

M E M B E R S H I P

M E E T I N G

GFL Memorial Gardens

Monday, July 4th, 2022

9:30 am, 3:30 pm, and 7:30 pm

NEGOTIATION UPDATE AND STRIKE MANDATE VOTE

Voting by secret ballot will take place starting at 7:30 am to 9:30 pm

ALL MEMBERS ARE URGED TO ATTEND AND VOTE

Mike Da Prat Luca Robibaro

President Recording Secretary

www.usw2251.ca

GM Meeting Summary Report for June 15, 2022

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 15:48:22 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for June 15, 2022

The following was approved at the June meeting:

Minutes of the May 18, 2022 meeting
The financial statement ending May 31st, 2022 and the disbursements of $100,627.26. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $94,507.29. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $157,291.00.

The following was approved at the March meeting:

Motion – Approve a donation of up to $1600.00 to purchase vehicle decals for USW Local 2251.
Motion – Approve a donation of $395.00 plus GST to support the Courageous Companions who provide service dogs to our military veterans and first responders who suffer with physical and/or psychological injuries as a result of their service.

MANNING REPORT AS OF May 31st, 2022

Exempt: 133

Local 2251: 2,038

Local 2724: 495

TOTAL: 2,666

President, Michael Da Prat reported the following:

Mike provided a update on the negotiations.
He stated that the Profit Sharing amount was estimated to be $36.800 and that it was to be paid out on June 24th, 2022.
The President reported that a Special Membership Meeting is scheduled for July 4th, 2022 at the GFL Memorial Gardens. There will be three meetings - 9:30 am, 3:30 pm and 7:30 pm. The purpose of the meeting is to update our members on negotiations and to conduct a vote for a strike mandate. IT IS IMPORTANT FOR ALL MEMBERS TO ATTEND - THIS INCLUDES STUDENTS.
He announced some strike preparation update information regarding the cost of running a strike.
Mike mentioned that everyone should sign up with their email address on our new website
He mentioned that we would be using text messaging for strike communications
Mike mentioned that we are fighting for on the job training.
Mike was fighting for repatriation of work being contracted out.
Mike mentioned that we have approached the Company to institute a helper program for all trades that would allow us to utilize displaced employees when the time comes for the EAF.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on July 20th, 2022 at 7:30 p.m., at Marconi Event Centre.

Negotiation Update June 3, 2022

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 14:03:48 GMT

Proposals were exchanged on May 24 and 25, 2022.

The Negotiating Committee is meeting with the Company on June 8, 9 and 10, 2022 to exchange replies and to negotiate.

There will be information meetings on July 4, 2022 to update the membership on the progress of negotiations.

General Membership Meeting Notice

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Thu, 02 Jun 2022 13:34:34 GMT

UNITED STEELWORKERS

LOCAL UNION 2251

G E N E R A L

M E M B E R S H I P

M E E T I N G

Wednesday – June 15th, 2022

7:30PM

The Marconi Event Centre – 450 Albert Street West

AGENDA:

- Financial Statement

- Correspondence and recommendations

- Officers' Report

- Representatives' Report

- Committee Report

- Good and Welfare

- Other important business

ALL MEMBERS ARE URGED TO ATTEND

Mike Da Prat Luca Robibaro

President Recording Secretary

www.usw2251.ca

Scholarship Applications Open

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Fri, 27 May 2022 14:55:07 GMT

The United Steelworkers of America offers several national and local scholarships for members and their families. Click the link below for more information.

May 25, 2022 Message from the President

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Fri, 27 May 2022 14:49:59 GMT

Yesterday and today, your negotiating committee met with the negotiating committee from the Company and exchanged proposals. As we continue to meet, regular updates will appear on this website and if matters of urgency arise, we will send an update to the personal email you have provided.

If you have provided your email, please inform your co-workers to join our mailing list at the bottom of this page. If you have not, please join our mailing list and provide a personal email we can use to notify you.

If you do not wish to provide us your personal email, please reach out to co-workers or your union steward for updates.

GM Meeting Summary Report for May 18, 2022

Fri, 20 May 2022 15:49:55 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for May 18th, 2022

The following was approved at the May meeting:

Minutes of the April 20, 2022 meeting
The financial statement ending April 30th, 2022 and the disbursements of $258,685.23. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $24,733.49. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $254,909.88.

The following was approved at the March meeting:

Motion – Approve the cost to purchase 200 t-shirts for the campaign launched by USW District 6 NextGen Committee to further provide support for Ukraine. %5.00 per shirt will be donated to a recognized Canadian charity providing aid in Ukraine.
Motion – Approve a donation up to $650.00 plus GST to support the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.
Motion – Approve a donation up to $150.00 to purchase bagged compost for the gardens out front of our building. The harvest will be donated to the Grocer 4 Good sore on Gore Street, where it is sold by donation.
Motion – Approve a donation of $500.00 to support the "Marconi Meets World 2022" to be held on July 21 - 23, 2022.
Motion - Approve the cost to send up to 12 members to the 3rd National Gathering of Indigenous Steelworkers to be held on October 5 - 6, 2022 in Sault Ste Marie.
Motion - Approve a donation of $15,000.00 to support the Trade Union of the Metalworkers and Miners of Ukraine at the ArcelorMittal facility.

MANNING REPORT AS OF April 30th, 2022

Exempt: 134

Local 2251: 2,112

Local 2724: 507

TOTAL: 2,753

President, Michael Da Prat reported the following:

Mike introduced the President of Local 6500 Nick Larochelle. Nick spoke on what they learned from their last strike.
He stated that the Health and Safety interviews were still ongoing.
He announced that the successful candidate for the Occupational Disease Coordinator position was Sam Taranto.
Mike Stated that we are looking for 10 players for the Steelworkers Golf Tournament on August 20th, 2022. We will draw names if we have over 10 members apply on July 29th, 2022. Please put your name forward by July 28th, 2022 to Local2251@usw2251.ca.
He announced that negotiations are starting on May 24th, 2022.
A strike mandate vote will be conducted once the Executive have met with the Negotiating Committee for Algoma Steel and they have a discussion.
Mike reminded everyone that the website was up and running and to sign up with your email if you have not signed up yet or need to change your email.
Mike spoke on what was to happen at the Contract Proposal meeting being held on May 19th, 2022.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on June 15th, 2022 at 7:30 p.m., at Marconi Event Centre.

GM Meeting Summary Report for April 20, 2022

Fri, 20 May 2022 15:10:35 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for April 20, 2022

The new season is a great reason to make and keep resolutions. Whether it’s eating right or cleaning out the garage, here are some tips for making and keeping resolutions.

The following was approved at the April meeting:

Minutes of the March 16th, 2022 meeting
The financial statement ending March 31, 2022 and the disbursements of $.114,541.76. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $23,024.77. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $201,987.36.

The following was approved at the March meeting:

Motion – Approve a donation of $1000.00 to the Community Strong Festival fundraising campaign to bring awareness to physical and mental health issues.
Motion – Approve a donation of $1000.00 to support the 9th annual Sault Ste Marie Pridefest.
Motion – Approve the cost up to $50,000.00 to purchase 2000 shirts to support solidarity for the upcoming negotiations. Motion was amended to purchases 2100 shirts at a cost of approximately $57,630.00.
Motion – Approve a cost of $52.00 for the GST on a motion passed on September 15, 2021 to support Police Retirees of Ontario to distribute bears on our behalf to children in emergency situations.

MANNING REPORT AS OF March 31st, 2022

Exempt: 133

Local 2251: 2,100

Local 2724: 506

TOTAL: 2,739

President, Michael Da Prat reported the following:

Mike announced that the Pension Solvency for Local 2251 was at 91%, Local 2724 was at 88% as of December 31st, 2021.
He stated that the Executive were preparing groups of grievances to be taken to negotiations to attempt to negotiate settlements for them.
Mike Stated that we need names for the Election Committee for the upcoming election of Recording Secretary.
He announced John Kallio's retirement on May 1st, 2022 and thanked him for his service to the Union.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on May 18th, 2022 at 7:30 p.m., at Marconi Event Centre.

Results from Proposal Ratification Vote

monique@bigupsconsulting.com (Monique Morrison) — Fri, 20 May 2022 14:53:38 GMT

May 20th, 2022

On May 19th, 2022, the members of Local Union 2251 voted to accept the contract proposals proposed by the Negotiating Committee.

The members accepted the Contract Proposals by 93%.

Mike Da Prat

President

GM Meeting Summary Report for March 16, 2022

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 20:23:52 GMT

TO: All Members of Local Union 2251

FROM : Mike Da Prat, President

RE: General Membership Meeting Summary Report for March 16, 2022

The new season is a great reason to make and keep resolutions. Whether it’s eating right or cleaning out the garage, here are some tips for making and keeping resolutions.

The following was approved at the March meeting:

Minutes of the February 16th, 2022 meeting
The financial statement ending February 2022 and the disbursements of $75,764.02. Our disbursements were in excess of our receipts by $5,085.37. This resulted in our General Account being positive by $225,221.27.

The following was approved at the March meeting:

Motion – Approve a donation of $395.00 plus tax to sponsor the student handbook for Sault College for 2022-2023
Motion – Approve a donation of $495.00 plus tax to sponsor the student handbook for Algoma University for 2022-2023
Motion – Approve a donation of $1,000.00 plus tax to sponsor Country Legends Tribute Tour in support of Thrive – Child Development Centre Foundation
Motion – Approve a donation of $700.00 plus tax to support Camp Maple Leaf that gives children of military families and children living with unique life challenges a safe, fun-filled and life changing summer camp experience
Motion – Approve a donation of $1000.00 of feminine products to distribute to local shelters
Motion - Approve the cost of $3500.00 plus tax to design a new website for Local 2251
Motion - Approve a donation of $1000.00 to the Red Cross in support of Ukraine
Motion - Approve a donation of $1000.00 to the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Sault Ste Marie

MANNING REPORT AS OF FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Exempt: 133

Local 2251: 2,087

Local 2724: 505

TOTAL: 2,725

President, Michael Da Prat reported the following:

Mike announced that there would be two Special Membership Meetings held on April 5th, 2022 at 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm for the Plate and Strip Department. Meetings will be held at the Marconi Event Centre.
Topics to be discussed will be:
Lack of information regarding Project Aurora
Why Sizer/Gauger/106” Hotmill Utilityman/Observer Project Aurora grievances behind?
What is the timeline for these grievances to be heard?
Job Placement identified in order to get training started for Plate Modernization.
Mike announced that nominations for the position of Recording Secretary for the remaining term until May 2024 will take place at the next General Membership Meeting on April 20th, 2022.
He also stated that the Election Committee will be selected at the next General Membership Meeting.
Mike stated that we had a request for applications for anyone that would like to be selected for the Health and Safety Committee. The deadline closed on March 15th, 2022.
He stated that we also had a request for applications for any member that would like to work on the Occupational Disease/WSIB Committee. Deadline for applications is March 25th, 2022.
Mike spoke about the EAF.
He stated that the audits would be done March 28th – April 8th depending on getting Trustees released.
Mike also reported on the following:
This is a negotiation year. There are a large number of members that have never experienced negotiations. The following process has commenced.
Surveys were sent to our members at their home at the beginning of November, 2021.
Surveys were processed and proposals were drafted from the concerns of our members.
The executive and negotiating committee have been meeting and continues to meet to draft proposals from executive concerns and the subject matter of grievances.
Meetings will be schedule to present negotiation proposals to the members to get their approval.
Notice will be sent to the Company that the Union is prepared to negotiate. This notice must be delivered by May 1, 2022.
It may become necessary to obtain a strike mandate from the members. The negotiation committee will make that decision.
In order to obtain a strike mandate, the negotiating committee will schedule 3 special meetings of the general membership.
A secret ballot vote will take place at a location selected by the negotiating committee.
The strike mandate will give the negotiating committee the authority to call a strike if deemed necessary.
A number of preparations have to take place to prepare for a strike if it becomes necessary.
The city and vendors, contractors etc. have to be noticed if a strike will take place.
Trailers, generators etc. have to be arranged for.
Fire barrels, wood etc.
City permission for locations of trailers and porta potties.
Arrangements for banks to provide direct deposit payment to our members etc.
Our website is currently out of service. We have a website designer creating a new one for us.
Our method of communication to our members is:
Our website (being built),
Our Facebook page,
and our email distribution list
If you haven’t provided us your personal email address, not the Algoma one, please do so.
Please send your email address to Local2251@usw2251.ca and you will be added to the distribution list.

The next General Membership Meeting will be held on April 20th, 2022 at 7:30 p.m., at Marconi Event Centre.