Article 2 - Purpose

2.01

 The purpose of this collective agreement is to establish orderly relations between the parties, define the working conditions of employees included in the bargaining unit and help resolve labour relations problems.

2.02

It also seeks to promote the necessary collaboration between the parties to ensure the quality of the services provided by the institution.

2.03

The Employer treats employees fairly and the Union encourages them to do satisfactory work.

Recognition and promotion of employment

2.04

The parties undertake:

• to promote employment and career development prospects in the health and social services system;
• to recognize the value of the work performed by all health and social services employees, both publicly and within the system;
• to pursue the objective of preserving jobs in the public system and giving priority to insourced work.

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