As part of a new recognition program recently launched by IBEW Local 37, 23 Shop Stewards will be receiving the Senior Steward designation for the exemplary leadership and commitment they have demonstrated in the role of Shop Steward.

On Thursday, February 25th the new Senior Stewards will be brought together at the Riverside Resort and Conference Centre in Mactaquac where they will be formally recognized during a special meeting of the Executive Board and IBEW International Vice-President, Phil Flemming. The purpose of the Senior Steward Recognition Program (SSRP) is to recognize those who, in addition to taking on the role of Shop Steward are committed to on-going training, being involved with committees or taking on other leadership roles within the Union.

In order to be considered for this designation, Shop Stewards are required to meet certain eligibility criteria (see below) and go through an application and review process. The goal of the program is to further develop Shop Stewards as leaders, identify potential mentors, and make the Union stronger. Applications may be submitted by Stewards at any time.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Shop Steward for at least three years
• Held (or holds) positions such as Executive Board Member, IBEW Committee Member, Unit Executive Member, Workplace Committee Member, etc.
• Attended at least three role-related training courses or conferences
• Participates in Union meetings and events.

  If you are interested in learning more about the SSRP, please click here for the program brochure. And if you are a Steward who would like to apply, please download an application form by clicking here here.

  On behalf of the Union, Business Manager Ross Galbraith wishes to congratulate the new Senior Stewards, and thank all Shop Stewards for their dedication to Local 37 and its members!

  Following is the list of the newly named Local 37 Senior Stewards being recognized:

  Romeo Bourque

  Gaetan Chiasson

  Denis Cormier

  Donald Dickson

  Susan Dunham

  Peggy Galbraith

  Derek Gallen

  David Hanson

  Steve Hayes

  Phil Hepditch

  Wanda Hierlihy

  Gerard Kenna

  Ryan MacKenney

  Jim Melvin

  Dave Morrell

  Kirk O'Rourke

  Allie Porter

  Mike Proud

  Don St Pierre

  Cathy Shea

  Gordie Simpson

  Rick Snow

  Joe Valardo

  Doug Wallace

  Greg Wright