Atlantic Young Professionals Committee - Expression of Interest

Atlantic Young Professionals Committee - Expression of Interest

The Atlantic Regional Executive is looking for volunteers to participate as members of the Atlantic Young Professionals Committee (AYPC).

All Atlantic members in good standing are welcome to put their names forward, but preference will be given to members under 40 years of age.  Ideally, the committee will consist of 8 youths, two from each Atlantic province, plus the Atlantic Regional Director and one member of the Atlantic Regional Executive. 

For the upcoming two-year term there are (4) four two-year positions available.  Terms will commence on October 21, 2023, at the AYPC’s meeting, in conjunction with the Steward Council in Halifax, NS.

The Mandate of the committee is to provide advice to the Regional Executive on matters related to young professionals, increase confidence, skills, and knowledge regarding the union among young professionals and mobilize young professionals to play a role in building the union for the future.  Attached for you information is a copy of the AYPC’s Terms of Reference.

Objectives of the Committee include but are not limited to identifying barriers, advocating on behalf of young professionals, raising issues specific to young professionals, fostering relationships with like-minded community groups, outreach to young professionals in the workplace and educating the youth on the union and its benefits.

To indicate your interest, complete the attached Rationale for Members on AYPC and return by e-mail to (ddavis@pipsc.ca).  

The deadline date for submission is Monday, August 28, 2023.

To see the AYPC Terms of Reference and application, click here.

Thank you,

Manny Costain

Atlantic Regional Director