📘 Collective Agreement & Resources
📑 Current Agreement
📅 April 1, 2022 – March 31, 2025
⚠️ This agreement has expired, but it remains in effect until a new one is finalized.
🛠️ We are actively in bargaining as part of the ✊ Worth Fighting For campaign.
📆 Bargaining dates are set, proposals are on the table, and your bargaining team is working hard for:
- 💵 Fair wages
- 🛡️ Job security
- 🌴 Improved vacation rights
- ⚖️ Workload protections
📄 2022–2025 Collective Agreement (PDF)
🤝 ASCO Bargaining Team
The ASCO Bargaining Team represents members during negotiations with ASCO management. They bring forward proposals, defend member rights, and work toward a fair collective agreement.
🧑⚖️ Bargaining Team Members
- Chelsea Holden
- David Paul
- Karin Wargel McIlroy
🔄 Bargaining Team Alternates
- Janice Ip
- Andy Venable
- Megan Szwec
📜Past Agreements
📂 For reference and grievances, past agreements remain available:
📄 2020–2022 Collective Agreement (PDF)
📄 2018–2020 Collective Agreement (PDF)
📚 Benefits & Guides
Your benefits are an important part of your Collective Agreement. Below are resources and guides to help you understand and use your benefits as an ASCO member. For questions, contact a Shop Steward or your LEC.
🕶️ Vision Care – Bailey Nelson
Exclusive discounts on eyewear and eye exams.
👉 Bailey Nelson Flyer (PDF)
💼 Employee Benefits Overview
General guide covering extended health, dental, and other benefits available to ASCO members.
👉 Canada Life Benefits (PDF)
👉 Employee Benefits Presentation – Leslie Consulting Group (PDF)
🌐 Canada Life GroupNet for Plan Members
🧠 Mental Health Supports – GreenShield
Digital Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) program available to members.
👉 GreenShield Digital CBT Program (PDF)
🏦 Pension – HOOPP
Handbook explaining your pension benefits under the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan.
👉 HOOPP Pension Handbook (PDF)
💊 Pharmacy Services – REX
Access to preferred pharmacy services and discounts through REX.
👉 REX Pharmacy Services (PDF)
⚖️ Professional Liability Insurance
Coverage information and flyer for ASCO members who may require professional liability protection.
👉 Professional Liability Flyer (PDF)
🚗 Home & Auto Insurance – Gallagher
Save up to 30% as an OPSEU/SEFPO member with Gallagher insurance.
👉 Gallagher Insurance Flyer (PDF)
💳 Union Savings
Canada’s only not-for-profit, union-run discount program. Members save on insurance, mortgages, travel, shopping, and more.
🎉 OPSEU Member Discounts
OPSEU/SEFPO members get exclusive discounts and perks through provincial programs.
⚖️ Need Support?
If you’re not sure how the CA applies to your situation:
- 👀 Check the union board in the lunchroom for steward names & contact info
- 📬 Leave a sealed envelope in any union stewards mailbox in the mailroom
- ⏳ Remember: not all stewards are onsite daily — please allow time for replies