{"id":189,"date":"2026-03-11T19:00:05","date_gmt":"2026-03-11T23:00:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/local349georgian.com\/?page_id=189"},"modified":"2026-06-07T15:26:14","modified_gmt":"2026-06-07T19:26:14","slug":"new-members","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/?page_id=189","title":{"rendered":"New Members"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"341\" src=\"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Website-newmembers8-1280x341.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2101\" srcset=\"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Website-newmembers8-1280x341.png 1280w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Website-newmembers8-300x80.png 300w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Website-newmembers8-768x205.png 768w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Website-newmembers8-1536x410.png 1536w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Website-newmembers8.png 1620w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"nm-top\">Welcome to Local 349<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Welcome to Local 349 at Georgian College.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are pleased to welcome you to our union community. Whether you are joining as a full-time or part-time support staff member, this page is here to help you get started, find important information, and feel connected to your union from the beginning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting a new role can come with a lot of information all at once. Our goal is to make things a little easier by giving you a simple place to begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your First Step: Sign Up as an OPSEU\/SEFPO Member<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most important things you can do as a new member is complete your <strong>online <a href=\"https:\/\/hub03.opseu.org\/Forms\/emaweb\">OPSEU\/SEFPO membership form<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Completing your membership form helps ensure that you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>receive union communications and updates directly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>stay informed about important issues that affect members<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>participate more fully in union life<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>access member services, opportunities, and resources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note that this form must be completed by you directly. It is not completed automatically on your behalf.<br \/><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/members.opseu.org\/\">Complete your OPSEU\/SEFPO portal membership<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"508\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/opseu-member-portal-qr-code-508x600.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1747\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.8467053601911916;width:194px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/opseu-member-portal-qr-code-508x600.png 508w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/opseu-member-portal-qr-code-254x300.png 254w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/opseu-member-portal-qr-code.png 610w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 508px) 100vw, 508px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Sign Up?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Becoming a signed-up member strengthens both your connection to the union and the union\u2019s ability to represent members effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a signed-up member, you may be able to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>receive important union information directly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>vote in union matters and meetings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>take part in shaping union priorities and bargaining goals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>run for union roles or participate in elections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>become more involved in your local<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>access member supports and opportunities available through OPSEU\/SEFPO<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Being a union member is about more than receiving information \u2014 it is about having a voice, being represented, and being part of a larger community of workers supporting one another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Helpful First Steps for New Members<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you get started, you may wish to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>complete your OPSEU\/SEFPO membership form<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>review your collective agreement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>learn who to contact if you have questions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>explore the benefits and resources available to members<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>connect with Local 349 information and updates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Read Your Collective Agreement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your collective agreement is one of the most important resources available to you. It outlines key terms and conditions related to your employment, including rights, protections, and other important workplace information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Helpful links:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/georgiancollege.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/r\/sites\/Employee\/HumanResourceServices\/Documents\/SSCollectiveAgreementCurrent_E%20(1).pdf?csf=1&amp;web=1&amp;e=UDQAoj\">Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/opseu.org\/information\/caat-s-part-time-collective-agreement-2021-2024\/160544\/\">Part-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Member Benefits and Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>OPSEU\/SEFPO membership can provide access to valuable information, services, and opportunities. We encourage new members to explore what is available and learn more about the supports connected to membership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Helpful link:<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/?page_id=230\">Explore member benefits<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Local 349<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Local 349 is committed to supporting members at Georgian College and building a strong, informed, and connected union community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our work includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>protecting the collective bargaining rights of members<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>promoting health and safety<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>encouraging member engagement in OPSEU\/SEFPO<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>supporting members in the workplace<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>building a stronger union presence in our community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Have Questions? We\u2019re Here to Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking for information, have a workplace question, or simply are not sure where to start, Local 349 is here to support you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please visit our Contact page to find the best way to connect with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Helpful link:<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/?page_id=2\">Go to the Contact Page<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>This page is maintained as a practical reference. 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