NEAR NORTH DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
NNDSB and CUPE ratify agreement

The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Office, Clerical and Technical Local 1165-1 and Custodial and Maintenance Local 1165-2 and the Near North District School Board (NNDSB) have ratified their local collective agreements. 

"The Board of Trustees are appreciative of our senior administration and CUPE for the positive and respectful approach utilized during negotiations. On a number of local issues, the NNDSB and CUPE were able to find common ground that will benefit our students, schools and employees.  The dedication and commitment of our CUPE staff are crucial for the operation of our schools and the success of our students. We are pleased that an agreement has been reached." Jay Aspin, Chair, Near North District School Board.

"As members of CUPE 1165, we put our hearts and souls into the work we do, our jobs are about providing students with the best possible school experience and learning environment. We believe that this agreement will help to ensure that young people in Near North schools will continue to receive the high-quality services that their education demands and that they themselves deserve. We appreciate the ongoing positive working relationship we have with senior administration at the School Board." Catherine Taggart, Local President, CUPE 1165.