Common use of ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE Clause in Contracts

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent of the parties that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the complaint. Such complaint be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice and assistance from others. If there is no settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in the following manner and sequence: No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local AssociationUnion. I Hospital Central Agreement -March The Hospital agrees that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It is the intent of the parties that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her or his immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice and assistance from others. If there is no settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in the following manner and sequence: Step No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the AssociationUnion, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' ’ Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing to the Labour Relations Officer and the local Union representative within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association Union concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance Hospital Central Agreement -March have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to t o whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union nurse representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the her complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice nurse and assistance from others. If there is no failing settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days following advice of her immediate decision in the following manner and sequence: NoNO. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designateher supervisor. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The supervisor will deliver her decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which xxxxxxxxx was presented to her. Failing settlement, then : Step No. nine (9) calendar days the decision under Step No. the nurse may submit the written ‘grievance to the Director of Nursing or her designate who will deliver her decision writing within nine (9) calendar days from the date on which written grievance was presented to her. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, thenthen : Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under in Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or her designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or her designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step No. unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a representative of the Ontario Nurses' ! Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or her designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second third step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Employment Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or her designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or her designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to processing the of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released fora right under this Agreement. A by who has completed her probationary period that she has been unjustly discharged or suspended shall be treated as a grievance a written statement of such grievance is lodged by the with the Hospital at Step (7) calendar days after the date the discharge or suspension is effected. Such special grievance may be settled under the Grievance or Arbitration Procedure by:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The that where a nurse It is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent of the parties that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that understoodthat a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her or his immediate supervisor the opportunity of COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT MARCH adjusting the complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice and assistance from others. If there is no settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in the following manner and sequence: Step No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement ‘which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' ’ Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint cornplaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to reasonablyto have come to the AGREEMENT MARCH attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes In all steps of this AgreementGrievance Procedure, the aggrieved nurse, if desired, may be accompanied by a grievance is defined as representative of the Grievance Committee. All complaints and grievances shall be taken up in the following manner: I No. A nurse having a difference arising between question or complaint shall refer to his or her supervisor within five (5) working days of the parties relating actual occurrence leading to the interpretationquestion or a complaint. The Supervisor shall reply to the nurse, applicationgiving the answer to the question or complaint within five (5) working days from the date of submission. No. Should the answer to the nurse in Step No. not be acceptable to the nurse, administration then the nurse shall submit his or alleged violation her grievance writing to the Director of Nursing within seven (7) working days of receiving the answer in Step No. of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrableGrievance Procedure. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage The Director of Nursing shall within seven (7) working days of receipt of the grievance proceduregrievance, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled reply in writing to be represented by her or his union representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse giving the answer to the grievance. No. Should the answer to the nurse Step No. not be acceptable to the nurse, then the nurse shall submit his or her grievance in writing to the Administrator within five (5) working days of this right receiving the answer in advanceStep No. of the Grievance Procedure. The Hospital also agreesAdministrator shall, as a good labour relations practicewithin five (5) working days of receipt of the grievance, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend call a meeting with of all parties involved and the Hospital that may lead Administrator shall have five (5) working days following the meeting to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform study the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent of the parties that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, matter and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she make his or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the complaint. Such complaint be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise reply in writing to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice and assistance from others. If there is no settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in the following manner and sequence: No. The Should the answer to the nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by in Step No. not be acceptable to the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of then the grievance and may be submitted to arbitration. If no written request for arbitration is received within ten (10) working days from the remedy sought and should identify date the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. nine (9) calendar days following the decision under reply is made Step No. the grievance shall be deemed to have been abandoned and the same grievance shall not be the subject matter of a further grievance. Any of the time allowances outlined in the above Grievance Procedure may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by mutual written agreement of the parties. It In determining the time within which any action is understood and agreed that a to be taken or completed under the terms of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have this Agreement, such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital time limits shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date exclusive of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital Saturdays, Sundays and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:Paid Holidays.

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a -a difference arising artsing-between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union nurse representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first f t given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the her complaint. Such complaint hall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice nurse and assistance from others. If there is no failing settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days advice of her immediate supervisor's decision in the following manner -manner and sequencesequence : Step No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designateher supervisor. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy ? sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate immediate supervisor will deliver de her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or himher. Failing settlement, then: Step No. nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The that where a nurse It is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent of the parties that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her or his immediate supervisor the opportunity of COLLECTIVEAGREEMENT adjusting the complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice and assistance from others. If there is no settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in the following manner and sequence: No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It it is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' ’ Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the COLLECTIVEAGREEMENT MARCH attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the t h e parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union nurse representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. advance It the intent mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the her complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9( 9 ) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice nurse and assistance from others. If there is no failing settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in following advice of her supervisor's decision the following manner and sequence: Stew No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designateher supervisor. The grievance shall grievance, be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of of, the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate supervisor will deliver her or his decision in writing io within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or himher. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the nurse may submit the written grievance to the Vice President, Nursing or her designate will deliver her decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days from the date on which the written grievance was presented to her. The parties may, if they desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. Failing settlement, then: No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision in Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or her designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or her designate and the Grievance Committee committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. .. It is understood and agreed that a representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or her designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit Local President or her designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Vice President, Nursing Officer or her designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released forexercising a right under this Agreement. A claim by a nurse who has completed her probationary period that she has been unjustly discharged or suspended shall be treated as a grievance a written statement of such grievance lodged by the nurse with the Hospital at Step No. within seven (7) calendar days after the date the discharge or suspension is effected. Such special grievance may be settled under the Grievance or Arbitration Procedure by:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The that where a nurse It is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent of the parties that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her or his immediate supervisor the opportunity of AGREEMENT MARCH adjusting the complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice and assistance from others. If there is no settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in the following manner and sequence: No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' ’ Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to reasonablyto have come to the AGREEMENT MARCH attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For the purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. , At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union nurse representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify It is the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the her complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice nurse and assistance from others. If there is no failing settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days following advice of her immediate supervisor's decision in the following manner and sequence: No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designateher immediate supervisor. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and and-the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. , The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate immediate supervisor will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or himher. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the nurse may submit the written grievance to the Director of Nursing or her designate who will deliver her decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days from the date on which the written grievance was presented to her. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. Failing settlement, then: No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision in Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or her designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or her designate and the Grievance Committee committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step No. unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a representative of the Ontario Nurses' ’ Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or her designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second third step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Employment Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit Local President or her designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Director of Nursing Officer or her designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released forfor exercising a right under this Agreement. A claim by a nurse who has completed her probationary period that she has been unjustly discharged or suspended shall be treated as a grievance if a written statement of such grievance is lodged by the nurse with the Hospital at Step No. within seven (7) calendar days after the date the discharge or suspension is effected. Such special grievance may be settled under the Grievance or Arbitration Procedure by:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The Hospital agrees that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It is the intent of the parties that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice and assistance from others. If there is no settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in the following manner and sequence: Step No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. I,the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to I processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, procedure a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union nurse representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, discharge the Hospital Home shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify It is the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the Director of Nursing the opportunity of adjusting the her complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her the Director of Nursing or his immediate supervisor designate within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice nurse and assistance from others. If there is no failing settlement within nine (9( 9 ) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days following advice of the Director of Nursing's decision in the following manner and sequence: Step No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, grievance signed by the nurse, nurse to the Chief Nursing Officer or designateDirector of Nursing. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and Grievance shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify must specify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Director of Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or himher. Failing settlement, settlement then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under in Step No. the nurse may submit the written grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Home Administrator or designateher designee. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Home Administrator or designate her designee and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step No. unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Home Administrator or designate her designee may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital Home shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital Home and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by It is expressly understood, however, that the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply may not be used with respect to processing of a grievance directly affecting a nurse which such grievancenurse could herself institute and the regular grievance procedure shall not be thereby bypassed. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless procedure. A claim by a nurse who has completed her probationary period that she has been unjustly discharged or suspended shall be treated as a grievance if a written statement of such grievance is lodged by the probationary nurse with the Home at Step No. within seven (7) calendar days after the date the discharge or suspension is released foreffected. Such special grievance may be settled under the Grievance or Arbitration Procedure by:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union nurse representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the her complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice and assistance from others. If there is no failing settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in following advice of her immediate decision the following manner and sequence: No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Director of Nursing Officer or her designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to lo the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released forfor exercising a right under this Agreement. A claim by a nurse who has completed her probationary period that she has been unjustly discharged or suspended shall be treated as a grievance if a written statement of such grievance lodged by the nurse with the Hospital at Step No. within seven (7) calendar days after the date the discharge or suspension is effected. Such special grievance may be settled under the Grievance or Arbitration Procedure by:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question quest-ion as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At A t the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union nurse representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify It is the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her or his immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice nurse and assistance from others. If there is no failing settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days following advice of the immediate supervisor's decision in the following manner and sequence: Step No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer her or designatehis immediate supervisor. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate immediate supervisor will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the nurse may submit the written grievance to the Director of Nursing or designate who will deliver a decision writing within nine (9) calendar days from the date on which the written grievance was presented to her or him. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a t i m e and place suitable to both parties. Failing settlement, then: No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision in Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step No. unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second third step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Employment Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretationinter- pretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit Local President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Director of Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being being. initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union nurse representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify It is the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the her complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice nurse and assistance from others. If there is no failing settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days following advice of immediate decisi-on in the following manner and sequence: Step No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designateher immediate supervisor. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate e immediate supervisor will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or himher. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the nurse may submit the written grievance to the Director of Nursing or her designate who will deliver her decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days from the date on which the written grievance was presented to her. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. Failing settlement, then : Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision in Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or her designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or her designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step No. unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a representative of the Ontario Nurses' ’ Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or her designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second third step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Employment Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning concerning. the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit Local President or her designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Director of Nursing Officer or her designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse released for exercising a right under Agreement. A claim by a nurse who has completed her probationary period that she has been unjustly discharged or suspended shall be treated as a grievance if a written statement of such grievance is released forlodged by the nurse with the a t Step No. within seven (7) calendar days after the date the discharge or suspension is effected. Such special grievance may be settled under the Grievance or Arbitration Procedure by:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The Hospital agrees that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It is the intent of the parties that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice and assistance from others. If there is no settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in the following manner and sequence: Step No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' ’ Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to to, processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The that where a nurse It is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent of the parties that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her or his immediate supervisor the opportunity of AGREEMENT MARCH adjusting the complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice and assistance from others. If there is no settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in the following manner and sequence: No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the AGREEMENT MARCH attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For the purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between a member of the parties bargaining unit and the Hospital or vice-versa relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meetingAgreement. It is the intent mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse an employee has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the her complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) fourteen calendar days after from the circumstances event giving rise to it the grievance, or from when the employee should have occurred or ought reasonably to have come become aware of the event giving rise to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultationgrievance and, advice and assistance from others. If there is no failing settlement within nine seven (97) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine the seven (9) calendar 7)calendar days following her immediate supervisor’s decision in the following manner and sequence: No. The nurse may employee must submit a written grievance, through the Association, grievance in writing signed by the nurseher to her Nurse Manager and may be accompanied, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designateif she so desires, by her union xxxxxxx. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall must identify the nature of the grievance grievance, the remedy sought, and the remedy sought and should identify the specific provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be have been violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate Nurse Manager will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine seven (97) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or himher. Failing settlement, then: Step No. nine Within seven (97) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the employee who, if she so desires, may be accompanied by her union xxxxxxx, may submit the written grievance to the Director of Nursing who will deliver her decision in writing within seven (7) calendar days from the date on which the written grievance was presented. Failing Settlement, then: No. Within seven (7) calendar days following the decision in the immediately preceding step, the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator Director of Human Resources or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator Director of Human Resources or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine seven (97) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step No. unless extended by agreement of the partiesmutual agreement. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate either party may have such counsel and assistance as she or he they may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9fourteen 4) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:.

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union nurse representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify It is the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity o of adjusting the her complaint. Such complaint be discussed with wit! her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice nurse and assistance from others. If there is no failing settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in advice of her immediate supervisor's decision n the following manner and sequence: Step No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designateher immediate supervisor. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. immediate supervisor will de her decision in writin within nine (9) calendar days following the day on the grievance was -presented to her. Failing settlement, then: Step Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the nurse may submit the written grievance to the Director of Nursing or her designate who will deliver her decision in writin within nine (9) calendar days from the date on w the written grievance was presented to her. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under in Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing writin to the Hospital Administrator or her designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or her designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step No. unless extended by agreement a of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a xxxx t at a representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or her designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing writin within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. resident A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association on concerning the the. interpretation, application a plication or alleged violation -violation of the the, Agreement shall be e originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the following.the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be e filed with h the Bargaining Unit President Local or her designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in In writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or her designate within wit in fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to o the attention of of-the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall all then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:for exercising a right under this A A claim by a nurse who has completed her pro period that she has- been unjustly or suspended shall be treated as a grievance if a writ en statement of such grievance is lodged by the nurse with the Hospital at Step No. within seven (7) calendar days after the date the discharge or suspension is effected. Such special grievance may be settled under the Grievance or Arbitration Procedure by: nurse; or

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union nurse representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify It is the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her or immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice nurse and assistance from others. If there is no failing settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days following advice of the immediate supervisor's decision in the following manner and sequence: No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer her or designatehis immediate supervisor. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate immediate supervisor will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the nurse may submit the written grievance to the Director of Nursing or designate who will deliver a decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days from the date on which the written grievance was presented to her or him. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision in Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step No. unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator HospitalAdministrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second third step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Employment Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit Local President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Director of Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union nurse representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her or his immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice nurse and assistance from others. If there is no failing settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days following advice of the immediate supervisor's decision in the following manner and sequence: Step No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer her or designatehis immediate supervisor. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate immediate supervisor will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the nurse may submit the written grievance to the Director of Nursing or designate who will deliver a decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days from the date on which the written grievance was presented to her or him. The may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. Failing settlement, then: No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision in Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step No. unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a representative of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second third step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Employment Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretationinter- pretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit Local President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Director of Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The Hospital agrees that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It is the intent of the parties that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that understoodthat a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her or his immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice and assistance from others. If there is no settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in the following manner and sequence: No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step Hospital Central Agreement March No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator HospitalAdministrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' ’ Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation(theinterpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint plaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The that where a nurse It is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent of the parties that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her his immediate supervisor the opportunity of AGREEMENT MARCH adjusting the complaint. Such complaint c shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or r ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice and assistance from others. If there is no settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in the following manner and sequence: Step No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the be on a form grievance parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or in writing within nine (9) grievance was presented No. through the Association, signed designate. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify identi the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator HospitalAdministrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be ’ present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising g directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretationretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated originate at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances circumstance giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the AGREEMENT MARCH attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline discipline- is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union nurse representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify It is the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the her complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice nurse and assistance from others. If there is no failing settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days following advice of her immediate supervisor's decision in the following manner and sequencesequence : Step No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designateher immediate supervisor. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate immediate supervisor will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or himher. Failing settlement, then: Step No. nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I \ The Hospital agrees that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It is the intent of the parties that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice and assistance from others. If there is no settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in the following manner and sequence: No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so SO desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to t o whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union nurse representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the her complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice nurse and assistance from others. If there is no failing settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days following advice of her immediate decision in the following manner and sequence: NoNO. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designateher supervisor. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The supervisor will deliver her decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which grievance was presented to her. Failing settlement, then : Step No. nine (9) calendar days the decision under Step No. the nurse may submit the written ‘grievance to the Director of Nursing or her designate who will deliver her decision writing within nine (9) calendar days from the date on which written grievance was presented to her. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, thenthen : Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under in Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or her designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or her designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step No. unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a representative of the Ontario Nurses' ! Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or her designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second third step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Employment Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or her designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or her designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to processing the of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released fora right under this Agreement. A by who has completed her probationary period that she has been unjustly discharged or suspended shall be treated as a grievance a written statement of such grievance is lodged by the with the Hospital at Step (7) calendar days after the date the discharge or suspension is effected. Such special grievance may be settled under the Grievance or Arbitration Procedure by:

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes The Grievance Procedure is to be set forth as follows: The parties hereto agree that all differences arising between the parties the interpretation, application or administration of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question questions as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At arbitrable or arising from any alleged violation Agreement, shall be dealt with in accordance with the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the following grievance procedure, including provided however this section shall not apply to matters provided for in The Police Services Act of Ontario and Regulations pursuant thereto. The Police Board shall recognize and deal with the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled Grievance Committee to be represented appointed by her or his union representativethe Police Association consisting of not more than seven (7) members of the Association who shall be of the Police Service covered by Agreement. In A representative Police Association and legal may attend at any step of the case procedure including arbitration. Any person covered by the provisions Agreement who feel that they have a grievance shall, within fourteen (14) days becoming of suspension or dischargethe fact which is the subject of the grievance, present the grievance in writing to the Grievance Committee. The Grievance Committee shall investigate the grievance of the member and attempt to If the informal resolution is not successful, the Hospital Grievance Committee shall notify present the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It the intent of the parties that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the complaint. Such complaint be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice and assistance from others. If there is no settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in the following manner and sequence: No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, aggrieved member to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature designee within thirty (30) days of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on date upon which the grievance was presented to her the Committee by the member. The or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and designee shall meet with the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following from the circumstances giving rise date upon which the grievance is presented by the Grievance Committee, and shall render a decision in writing within seven days thereafter. If the Chief of Police or designee fails to meet with the Grievance Committee within the said fourteen (14) days through default, or decision of the Chief of Police or designee is not acceptable to the complaint Grievance Committee, or grievance. A grievance if Chief of Police or designee has not rendered a decision within the time prescribed by the Hospital shall be filed with preceding paragraph, the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where Grievance Committee may a number copy of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group the member’s grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate Administrator of the Regional Police Services Board, but shall do so within fourteen (14) calendar days of the date upon which the Chief or designee has rendered a decision, or if the Chief or Designee fails to render any decision within the said seven (7) days, or to meet within the said fourteen (14) day period, then within fourteen (14) days the expiration of fourteen (14) or seven (7) day period respectively. The Regional Police Services Board shall, within thirty (30) days after service of the circumstances giving rise copy of the grievance upon the Administrator, with the Grievance Committee and shall within seven (7) days after with the Grievance Committee, notify the said Committee in writing of its decision with regard to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come grievance. In the event that the decision of the Regional Police Services Board is not acceptable to the attention Grievance the said Grievance may notify the said Board in writing, that it desires the grievance to be submitted to an arbitrator, in accordance with The Police Services Act. I The arbitrator shall not have the jurisdiction to alter or change any ofthe provisions ofthis Agreement or to substitute any new provision in lieu thereof, nor to give any decision inconsistent with the terms and provisions ofthis Agreement or to deal any matter not related to the subject matter of this Agreement. The cost ofthe arbitrator, if any, shall be borne equally by the Region Police Association and the Regional Police Services Board. It is agreed that any of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of time limits set out in this Article may be extended by the mutual agreement of both parties. A dispute to general application or interpretation (policy grievance) initiated by either party commencing at the in the process identified as Article In the event that the Board filed the grievance, the counterpart for the Chief shall then apply with respect to processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do be the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for:Association President.

ARTICLE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. For purposes of this Agreement, a grievance is defined as a difference arising between the parties relating to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the Agreement including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable. At the time formal discipline is imposed or at any stage of the grievance procedure, including the complaint stage, a nurse is entitled to be represented by her or his union representative. In the case of suspension or discharge, the Hospital shall notify the nurse of this right in advance. The Hospital also agrees, as a good labour relations practice, in most circumstances it will also notify the local Association. I The Hospital agrees that where a nurse is required to attend a meeting with the Hospital that may lead to disciplinary action, as a good labour relations practice, it will inform the nurse of the purpose of the meeting. It is 'the intent of the parties that complaints of nurses shall be adjusted as quickly as possible, and it is understood that a nurse has no grievance until she or he has first given her immediate supervisor the opportunity of adjusting the complaint. Such complaint shall be discussed with her or his immediate supervisor within nine (9) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to it have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the nurse. This discussion may include consultation, advice and assistance from others. If there is no settlement within nine (9) calendar days, it shall then be taken up as a grievance within nine (9) calendar days in the following manner and sequence: No. The nurse may submit a written grievance, through the Association, signed by the nurse, to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate. The grievance shall be on a form referred to in Article and shall identify the nature of the grievance and the remedy sought and should identify the provisions of the Agreement which are alleged to be violated. The parties may, if they so desire, meet to discuss the grievance at a time and place suitable to both parties. The Chief Nursing Officer or designate will deliver her or his decision in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the day on which the grievance was presented to her or him. Failing settlement, then: Step No. Within nine (9) calendar days following the decision under Step No. the grievance may be submitted in writing to the Hospital Administrator or designate. A meeting will then be held between the Hospital Administrator or designate and the Grievance Committee within nine (9) calendar days of the submission of the grievance at Step unless extended by agreement of the parties. It is understood and agreed that a of the Ontario Nurses' Association and the may be present at the meeting. It is further understood that the Hospital Administrator or designate may have such counsel and assistance as she or he may desire at such meeting. The decision of the Hospital shall be delivered in writing within nine (9) calendar days following the date of such meeting. A copy of the second step grievance reply will be provided to the Labour Relations Officer. A complaint or grievance arising directly between the Hospital and the Association concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the Agreement shall be originated at Step No. within fourteen (14) calendar days following the circumstances giving rise to the complaint or grievance. A grievance by the Hospital shall be filed with the Bargaining Unit President or designate. Where a number of nurses have identical grievances and each nurse would be entitled to grieve separately they may present a group grievance in writing signed by each nurse who is grieving to the Chief Nursing Officer or designate within fourteen (14) calendar days after the circumstances giving rise to the grievance have occurred or ought reasonably to have come to the attention of the The grievance shall then be treated as being initiated at Step No. and the Hospital Central Agreement March applicable provisions of this Article shall then apply with respect to the processing of such grievance. The release of a probationary nurse for reasons based on performance and ability to do the job, including skills, suitability and availability shall not be subject to the grievance procedure unless the probationary nurse is released for: