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The 2023/2024 AGM is booked for May 22^nd at ANAVETS located at 3584 Portage Avenue. http://anaf283.com/ The meeting will start promptly at 5pm. Refreshments will be provided starting at 4:45pm so that everyone has an opportunity to grab some food before the meeting starts. At every AGM, in addition to other business that may be transacted, the report of the officers and the financial statement shall be presented, and the officers elected. The following positions are available for nomination:

Vice President – Assume duties and powers of the President in their Absence, signing authority, Chair the Grievance Committee

Secretary – Record all facts and minutes of all proceedings in the books kept for that purpose, have charge of the minutes’ books, give immediate notice in writing to any member against whom a charge has been placed.

Educational Assistant, Library and Secretary Representatives – Attend all Executive and general meetings, Advocate for the rights of the membership as outlined in the Collective Agreement by informing the President of any situations that arise.

If you are interested in any of these positions, please let me know. We will not be accepting any nominations from the floor, so if you are interested in a position you must email me before May 13^th. If you would like a full description of duties or have any questions, please reach out and I will gladly answer all your questions.  At least ten days prior to the AGM, I will send out, through email, any motions or proposals that pertain to the entire membership and that require a vote. The Association looks forward to seeing everyone on May 22^nd.

The latest edition of the newsletter is now available under the newsletter tab located above. In this issue you will find information regarding the upcoming AGM including the positions available for nomination and the instructions on how to put forth your name. There is also a brief statement regarding negotiations and an explanation of the ‘Rule of Two’. Enjoy.

If you experience violence in the workplace, it is very important that you fill out the proper paperwork. Your school may have an in school form they wish you to fill out, but you also need to report it through this online form. The online Violent Incident form can be found through the division portal labeled MANTE Violent Incident. I have attached instructions on where to find this form. These instructions can also be found under the Blog Roll. If there is an injury, you must also fill out a WCB form, which is located on the same page that you find the Violent Incident Report, it is labeled EBBB-E-2 Notice of Accident Form – Fillable. If you have any questions or are unsure if you should fill out the form, please contact me and I can answer those questions for you. http://mante.ca/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Violent-Incident-Form-Instructions.pdf

The March newsletter is now available to view under the Newsletter tile located above. In this issue you will find helpful information when applying for Employment Insurance, two more executive bio’s and answers to a some common questions from this month.

Just a quick clarification in the February Newsletter. When reminding everyone of the discount at the fitness centers, I forgot two key words. The discount is at any City of Winnipeg fitness center and not just any Winnipeg fitness center. My apologies for any confusion this may have caused.

The February newsletter is now available under the newsletter drop down. In this months newsletter you will find a few changes to the executive duties, two more committee bios and information regarding Respect in the Workplace. Enjoy. Remember, if you have any recommendations for items that should be discussed in the newsletter, please send me an email at mante@mante.ca

I would like to thank the Pension committee for organizing the pension presentation yesterday. For those of you who could not attend in person, the committee has provided the Association with a copy of the slide show presentation. This can be viewed here and is also available on the division website through the pension link. http://mante.ca/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/STJA-SDIV-M-January-2024-SEMINAR-Member-Presentation.pdf

Happy to report that the January newsletter is now available. In this months edition you will find some common concerns within our buildings as well as two more executive member bios. Enjoy.

On behalf of all the MANTE executive, I want to take this opportunity to wish you all a wonderful winter break. May the joy of the season fill your heart with love. Enjoy this time, create and cherish the new memories and welcome in a new year full of endless possibilities.

2023 has not been an easy year. This Christmas may look and feel different and we might find ourselves struggling to find the joy of the season. A reminder during these times that you are not alone. Although the MANTE office will be closed over the break, if you need anything, if you need someone to talk to, please reach out. I will be available through email, jennifer.monaster@sjasd.ca and will be back in the office on January 8th.

Happy Holidays to all. May you be safe in your celebrations and see you all in 2024!!!!

Check out the division news area of the portal to see some added shows to the Canada Life Centre discount tickets. Also included on that page is the instructions on how to activate the discounts.