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PIPSC – Shawinigan AFS subgroup – minutes
2026 Annual general meeting
Maman Fournier Restaurant/Pub
3125 des Récollets blvd, Trois-Rivières, QC G9A 6M1
Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Time: 05:30 p.m.
Meeting minutes
Call to order and quorum by the president
Welcome remarks by the current president (Shawinigan AFS subgroup). Introduction of our guests
Review and adoption of the agenda
Moved by Manfouss Lawani
Seconded by Alexandre Picotte
All in favour
Welcome address and report by the president of the Shawinigan AFS subgroup
The president addressed the members and called the meeting to order.
Approval of the minutes of the previous subgroup annual general meeting
Moved by Manfouss Lawani
Seconded by Jérémy Bernard
All in favour
Introduction of the Shawinigan AFS subgroup executive
Manfouss Lawani – president
Alexandre Picotte – vice-president
Jérémy Bernard – treasurer
Christos Désilets – secretary
Anthony Reucherand – director
Marc-Antoine Nadeau – director
Report of the subgroup president
Points included in the report of the subgroup president concerning:
- SOS: The decision regarding the policy grievance was denied. Therefore, everything that follows is automatically rejected.
- Categorical refusal regarding the increase in dues.
- An agreement regarding the budget increase has been reached / has not yet been received.
- Back to the office three days a week.
- Negotiations will begin shortly. Stay tuned.
- No activities have been planned, just the AGM and the purchase of promotional items and gifts for the guests.
Treasury report (Shawinigan AFS subgroup)
The treasurer presented the financial report. For more information, please refer to the treasurer’s report.
Moved by Jérémy Bernard
Seconded by Manfouss Lawani
All in favour
Amendment of our Bylaws:
5.3.1 Discretionary spending: The subgroup’s executive has a discretionary amount of $500 $200 from the annual budget to promote the Institute’s visibility at events in which members of the constituent body are expected to participate.
Moved by Jérémy Bernard
Seconded by Manfouss Lawani
All in favour
6.3 Term of office: The term of office for members of the executive shall be two (2) years, except at the first election, when half of the members shall be elected for two (2) years and the other half for one (1) year.
The term of office for executive members is three (3) years, with half being elected in a given year and the other half the following year. There are no elections in years divisible by three.
Moved by Manfouss Lawani
Seconded by Alexandre Picotte
All in favour
Elections:
Shawinigan AFS subgroup election chair: Michel Tobal
-President (3 years)
Michel has received 1 nomination for this position.
Manfouss Lawani was acclaimed.
-Vice-president (1 year)
Michel has received 1 nomination for this position.
Alexandre Picotte was acclaimed.
-Secretary (1 year)
Michel has received 1 nomination for this position.
Sébastien Dufort was acclaimed.
-Treasurer (3 years)
Michel has received 1 nomination for this position.
Jérémy Bernard was acclaimed.
-Director (3 years)
Michel has received 1 nomination for this position.
Anthony Reucherand was acclaimed.
-Director (3 years)
Michel has received 1 nomination for this position.
Marc-Antoine Nadeau was acclaimed.
-Director (1 year)
Michel has received 1 nomination for this position.
Christos Désilets was acclaimed.
-Director (1 year)
No nominations have been received to date.
Message from Jean
Jean Couillard welcomed the AGM participants and apologized for his absence due to personal reasons. He highlighted the move to a new office in Shawinigan, noting that adjustments are often necessary in a new building, and encouraged employees to report any health and safety issues. He informed us that no CS employees were affected by the WFA in the spring of 2026, although several employees were affected nationwide. He also spoke to us about the growing importance of artificial intelligence, while noting that the union is committed to protecting its members. He mentioned a lack of communication from management, particularly regarding the RTO, and encouraged employees to stay informed through union communications. Finally, he thanked the executive, particularly Manfouss, and emphasized the importance of members’ engagement in a context of budget constraints.
Frédéric Turso (Institute Employment Relations Officer)
Frédéric discussed reasonable accommodations with the guests and clarified the issue by providing several examples from conferences.
Michel Tobal (Regional Director of the CS Group)
Michel discussed important issues regarding the future of AFS members (AI, etc.). He provided relevant information about the PIPSC website.
Miscellaneous
Distribution of promotional items and giveaway of gift cards
Closing remarks and adjournment
Moved by Alexandre Picotte
Seconded by Anthony Reucherand
Updated list of the AFS Shawinigan subgroup executive members
President (3 years): Manfouss Lawani
Vice-president (1 year): Alexandre Picotte
Treasurer (3 years): Jérémy Bernard
Secretary (1 year): Sébastien Dufort
Director (3 years): Anthony Reucherand
Director (3 years): Marc-Antoine Nadeau
Director (1 year): Christos Désilets
Director (1 year): Vacant