CLAC brings with it expertise in contract negotiations and detailed knowledge of industry trends and settlements. Your committee will negotiate the best possible contract on work conditions, seniority, job security, wages, and benefits according to your proposals. When a settlement has been reached, it must be ratified by a majority vote in a secret ballot to become final. Once a contract is in place, you will elect union stewards who will be trained as the union's front-line representatives. Together with CLAC representatives, your stewards will ensure that terms of the contract are followed, grievances are dealt with, and your voice is heard.
Many people are afraid to take the steps needed to bring a union into their workplace.
Sometimes they're afraid of management's reaction. Sometimes they're afraid a union will only make things worse. Or sometimes management promises the moon, just to keep the union out. A responsible union that has your best interests in mind can make a lasting, positive difference to your workplace-and not only in monetary terms. By providing an organized way for you and your colleagues to effectively deal with issues such as pay, training, benefits, job security and safety, worker input, and many other concerns.