Parks Canada delegates set priorities and elect new bargaining team 

Nearly 30 Parks Canada members representing more than 4,000 workers across the country, gathered in Gatineau on May 7-9, to review bargaining input, set priorities, and elect a new bargaining team for the next round of negotiations.  

At the conference, delegates discussed bargaining proposals submitted by Parks members and discussed priorities received through an online survey. Particular attention was devoted to critical issues such as job security, equitable wages and premiums, group specific working conditions and flexible telework arrangements.   

Delegates also participated in a solidarity action at Parks Canada Headquarters in Gatineau. This show of unity underscored the collective determination of Parks Canada workers to secure a fair contract for members. 

Delegates also elected their new bargaining team, ensuring broad representation from across Canada with a clear mandate for the upcoming negotiations.  

Meet the Parks Canada bargaining team 

• Kevin Alldread 
• Shilla Johnson  
• Birch Howard  
• Christopher Waldinsperger  
• Daniel Toutant  
• Angela Decker  
• Josée Tremblay  

Alternates 

• Mohamed Zaid  
• André Miller  
• Jonathan Jeet  
• Hunter Lemon 
• Adelaide (Ady) King 
• Ellen Cross  
• Michael Kvern  

The bargaining team will be supported by PSAC Negotiator Laneydi Martinez Alfonso.

The team will now caucus to review key demands and prepare a comprehensive package to present to the employer. 

Parks Canada members play a vital role in protecting Canada’s natural and cultural heritage. They work in a variety of fields, including architecture, commerce, engineering, finance, forestry, general labour and trades, historical research, program administration, as well as seasonal work. Parks Canada members also include park wardens, canal workers, and office staff. 

Parks Canada workers at PSAC are members of the Union of National Employees (UNE) and the Union of Canadian Transportation Employees (UCTE).  

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