Common use of Committee Clause in Contracts

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized; ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01nurses. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committeemembers. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized; ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (dc) The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through and, through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, and mentoring roles and preceptorshiproles; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiativesinitiatives , including but not limited to mentorship and internshipinternship where such arrangements exist; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access;and vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer Executive; or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the AssociationUnion, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association Union membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association Union attending such meetings, meetings and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his their regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his their regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized;. ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities;. iii) Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing OfficerExecutive, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan;. ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement;. iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives;. iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship;. v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship;. vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access;. vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committeecommittee and what opportunities are available for continuous learning.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer Executive; or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the AssociationUnion, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association Union membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association Union attending such meetings, meetings and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized;. ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities;. iii) Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing OfficerExecutive, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan;. ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement;. iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives;. iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship;. v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship;. vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access;. vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committeecommittee and what opportunities are available for continuous learning.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer Executive; or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the AssociationUnion, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association Union membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association Union attending such meetings, meetings and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his their regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his their regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized;. ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) . Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing OfficerExecutive, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan;. ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement;. iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives;. iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship;. v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship;. vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access;. vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committeecommittee and what opportunities are available for continuous learning.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized; ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives;initiatives;‌ iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer Executive; or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the AssociationUnion, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association Union membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association Union attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized; ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing OfficerExecutive, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committeecommittee and what opportunities are available for continuous learning.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01employees. This committee shall include consist of three (3) representatives of the Hospital, one (1) of whom shall be the Chief Vice-President, Nursing Officer or designate and another, a another Human Resources representative; and three (3) members of the AssociationUnion, one (1) of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty percent (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the CommitteeUnion members. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association Union attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse an employee is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, hours the nurse employee shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse an employee elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the a reasonable period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions time, at a time mutually agreed, or payment in accordance with the former option shall will be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreedat the request of either party. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized;. ii) All nurses employees will have equal access to professional development opportunities;. iii) Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the HospitalEmployer. (d) The purpose of the committee Committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including and, through the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing OfficerVice-President, Nursing, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), ) funding, scheduling, leaves, and mentoring roles and preceptorshiproles; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internshipinternship where such arrangements exist; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access;and vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses employees about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer Executive; or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the AssociationUnion, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association Union membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association Union attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized; ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing OfficerExecutive, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committeecommittee and what opportunities are available for continuous learning.

Committee. ‌ 8.01 The University will recognize up to six (6) Association representatives selected by the Association from amongst members of the Bargaining Unit as an Association Committee for the purpose of discussing with University management provided, however, up to four (4) of such representatives will be employees of the University’s Hospitality Services: (a) There matters of mutual concern relative to the interpretation or application of this Agreement; (b) the renewal or re-negotiation of this Agreement. 8.02 Employees shall not be a committee eligible to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses serve as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives members of the Association attending such meetingsCommittee until they have successfully completed their probationary period. 8.03 Notwithstanding Article 8.01 above, the University will recognize up to five (5) employee representatives (no more than two (2) from any operational unit of the Hospitality Services) for the purpose of grievance administration. 8.04 An employee who is a member of the Association Committee or who is an employee representative has regular duties to perform and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. not absent themselves from their duties without the consent of their immediate supervisor which will not be unreasonably withheld. 8.05 Where a nurse is required to attend such grievance must be serviced or where meetings outside of her or his regularly between the Association and University officials take place during an employee’s scheduled working hours, the nurse they shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time their basic hourly rate as though working. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Agreement, the University shall be obligated to pay only the basic hourly rate to an employee replacing one (1) so acting for the Association. 8.06 The Association shall keep the University informed in writing of the names and positions of its Executive and Association Committees, and of the names and areas of responsibility of its employee representatives. The effective date of appointment shall be included in such notification. 8.07 The University will grant up to a total of twenty-five (25) days per contract year, leave of absence with pay for Food Service Employees Association Executive members or elect their designate, to receive lieu time offattend educational courses, conferences, conventions and seminars, and to attend to University related Association duties. Where a nurse elects equivalent time offRequests for such leaves of absence as detailed above, such time off must be taken within the period set out submitted in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment advance and in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items writing to Staff Relations and will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior subject to the meetingsupervisory approval and operational requirements, which shall not be unreasonably withheld. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee It is further understood that all costs for transportation, accommodation and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development tuition will be recognized; ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between borne by the individual and the HospitalAssociation. (d) The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. ‌ 8.01 The University will recognize up to five (a5) There shall be a committee to address Association representatives selected by the planning Association from amongst members of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number as an Association Committee for the purpose of discussing with University management provided, however, up to four (4) of such representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership will be employees of the Committee may University's Hospitality Services: a) matters of mutual concern relative to the interpretation or application of this Agreement, b) the renewal or re-negotiation of this Agreement. 8.02 Employees shall not be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree eligible to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives serve as members of the Association attending such meetingsCommittee until they have been continuously employed for a period of not less than one (1) year and successfully completed their probationary period. 8.03 Notwithstanding Article 8.01 above, the University will recognize up to five (5) employee representatives (no more than two (2) from any operational unit of the Hospitality Services Department) for the purpose of grievance administration. 8.04 An employee who is a member of the Association Committee or who is an employee representative has his/her regular duties to perform and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. not absent her/himself from his/her duties without the consent of his/her immediate supervisor which will not be unreasonably withheld. 8.05 Where a nurse is required to attend such grievance must be serviced or where meetings outside of her or his regularly between Association and University officials take place during an employee's scheduled working hours, the nurse she/he shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either his/her or his regular straight time basic hourly rate as though working. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Agreement, the University shall be obligated to pay only the basic hourly rate to an employee replacing one (1) so acting for the Association. 8.06 The Association shall keep the University informed in writing of the names and positions of its executive and Association Committee, and of the names and areas of responsibility of its employee representatives. The effective date of appointment shall be included in such notification. 8.07 The University will grant up to a total of twenty-five (25) days per contract year, leave of absence with pay for Food Service Employees Association executive members or elect his/her designate, to receive lieu time offattend educational courses, conferences, conventions and seminars, and to attend to University related Association duties. Where a nurse elects equivalent time offRequests for such leaves of absence as detailed above, such time off must be taken within the period set out submitted in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment advance and in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items writing to Staff Relations and will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior subject to the meetingsupervisory approval and operational requirements, which shall not be unreasonably withheld. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee It is further understood that all costs for transportation, accommodation and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development tuition will be recognized; ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between borne by the individual and the HospitalAssociation. (d) The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.0111.01. This committee shall include representatives of The Union will be provided with equal representation on the HospitalHospital Professional Development Committee. There will be one (1) Hospital and one (1) ONA representatives, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall which will be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association Union membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association Union attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his their regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his their regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized;. ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities;. iii) Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing OfficerExecutive, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan;. ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement;. iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives;. iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship;. v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship;. vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access;. vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committeecommittee and what opportunities are available for continuous learning.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer Executive; or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the AssociationUnion, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association Union membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association Union attending such meetings, meetings and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his their regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his their regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized;. ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities;. iii) Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing OfficerExecutive, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan;. ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement;. iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives;. iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship;. v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship;. vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access;. vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committeecommittee and what opportunities are available for continuous learning.

Committee. (a) There In addition to that, and any other planning committee in the Hospital of a more broadly representational make-up there shall be immediately established a Staff Planning Committee for the bargaining unit, which shall meet during the term of this agreement every three (3) months unless otherwise mutually agreed to by the parties. It shall be the function of the Staff Planning committee to consider possible ways and means of avoiding or minimizing potential adverse effects upon employees in the bargaining unit including: identifying and proposing possible alternatives to any action that the Hospital may propose taking. identifying and seeking ways to address the planning retraining needs of professional development initiatives employees; vacant positions within the Hospital for nurses as described in Article 9.01which surplus members of the bargaining unit might qualify, or such positions which are currently filled but which are expected to become vacant within a twelve (12) month period. This committee Composition of Meetings The Committee shall include be comprised of equal numbers of representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be Hospital and the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designateUnion. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix to be determined locally, and shall consist of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreedrepresentatives from each site. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to Each party shall appoint a co-chair for the meetingCommittee. A record Co-chairs shall be maintained chair alternate meetings of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized; ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities jointly responsible for professional development will be shared between establishing the individual and the Hospital. (d) The purpose agenda of the committee is meetings, preparing minutes and writing such correspondence as the Committee may direct. Meetings of the Committee shall be held during normal working hours. Representatives attending such meetings during their regularly scheduled hours of work shall not lose regular earnings as a result of such attendance. The Hospital shall make typing and other such clerical assistance available as required. Disclosure To allow the Staff Committee to assist carry out its mandated role under this Article, the Hospital in promoting will provide the committee with pertinent financial and staffing information and with a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities copy of any reorganization plans which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related bargaining unit. Accountability The Committee shall submit its written recommendations to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development Executive Office of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing and the demographics Board of Trustees. Where there is no consensus within the Committee, the individual members of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for Committee shall be entitled to submit their own recommendations. Any agreement between the development, Hospital and the Union resulting from the above review concerning the method of implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding will take precedence over the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work other provisions of this committee.agreement. Notice of Lay-off

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months 2)months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for ; Responsibilitiesfor professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the ; Reviewingthe demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight regularstraight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended dispositionrecommendeddisposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development ; Responsibilitiesfor professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s 's strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the includingthe budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; i Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working regularworking hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development ; Responsibilitiesfor professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which prioritieswhich impact on nursing competencies including the includingthe budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is representativesis set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreementmutualagreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to requiredto attend such meetings outside meetingsoutside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at meetingsat either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for ; Responsibilitiesfor professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which prioritieswhich impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other incorporateother disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of representativesof the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to requiredto attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended dispositionrecommendeddisposition, if anyarty, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) All ; nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development ; Responsibilitiesfor professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s 's strategic directions and priorities which prioritieswhich impact on nursing competencies including the includingthe budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is representativesis set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months 2)months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of maintainedof matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development : Professionaldevelopment will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of representativesof the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities Opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s 's strategic directions and priorities which prioritieswhich impact on nursing competencies including the includingthe budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by adjustedby mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other incorporateother disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working regularworking hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to requiredto attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at meetingsat either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development ; Responsibilitiesfor professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which prioritieswhich impact on nursing competencies including the includingthe budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized; ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities opportuni ties for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development ; Responsibilitiesfor professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development will ; Responsibilitiesfor professionaldevelopmentwill be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the includingthe budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs Hospital Central Agreement March (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) ; Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall Hospital Central Agreement March be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of representativesof the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development ; Responsibilitiesfor professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which prioritieswhich impact on nursing competencies including the includingthe budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs Hospital Central Agreement March (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other incorporateother disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of representativesof the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to requiredto attend such meetings outside meetingsoutside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended dispositionrecommendeddisposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development ; Responsibilitiesfor professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; i Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) , The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote promote. equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of representativesof the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended dispositionrecommendeddisposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development : Professionaldevelopment will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development ; Responsibilitiesfor professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committeecommittee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for ; Responsibilitiesfor professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee Committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the includingthe budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development ; Responsibilitiesfor professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall Hospital Central Agreement March be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of representativesof the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; i All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development will professionaldevelopmentwill be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; i Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for neededfor such absences. Where a nurse is required to requiredto attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months 2)months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if anyifany, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for ; Responsibilitiesfor professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer Executive or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the AssociationUnion, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local ProvisionsCommittee shall have no more than three (3) bargaining unit representatives. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association Union membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association Local attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be madecurrent practice. (b) The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized; ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing OfficerExecutive, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreementmutualagreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working regularworking hours for representatives of the ofthe Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to requiredto attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development will ; Responsibilitiesfor professionaldevelopmentwill be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; i Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall Hospital Central Agreement March be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will percentwill be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional : development will be recognized; ii) All ; nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which prioritieswhich impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs Hospital Central Agreement March (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for ; Responsibilitiesfor professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s 's strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs Hospital Central Agreement March (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of representativesof the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to requiredto attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for ; Responsibilitiesfor professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; i Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. This Committee is established to provide a Labor Management forum to discuss issues of a systemwide nature that affect Customer Field Service employees. The Committee will consist of seven members from the Union appointed by the Union's Business Manager and seven members appointed by the Company. The Union's Business Manager will appoint a co-chair for the Union and Company's Senior Vice President and General Manager of the CES Business Unit will appoint the Company Co-Chair. The secretary of the committee will be appointed by the Manager of Industrial Relations. The Committee should be scheduled to meet on a quarterly basis or as needed by agreement between the parties. The secretary of the committee will be responsible for agendas, notification and meeting arrangements. The secretary of the committee will be responsible for the writing and distribution of the resume. The resume will include all discussions of the committee. Prior to distribution the resumes will be approved by the Co-Chairs. Resumes will be given wide distribution for posting throughout CES, including distribution to all CES 94-53 Committees and Local Title 8 Committees. Subcommittees can be of any size but should have an equal number of management and bargaining unit employees. The Committee appoints members to the subcommittees. Members of the subcommittee do not have to be members of this 94-53 committee. Subcommittees will have a clearly defmed charge, defined time frame and are to forward a resume and a signed report to this committee. Each subcommittee will have a completed "Subcommittee Charge" (a) There shall sample attached). The charge identifies who is impacted, what will be worked on, where the system will be impacted, when the action will be taken, why the subcommittee is working on the initiative and how the subcommittee will work on the initiative. Charter Subcommittee recommendations that do not require a Letter Agreement require review and approval of this Customer Field Services 94-53 Committee prior to implementation. Recommendations requiring a Letter Agreement requires review by the Sr. Assistant Business Manager of the Union and the Director of Human Resources in CES prior to review of the CES 94-53 Coordinating Committee. Recommendations need to be signed by all committee members. After approval of the CES Coordinating Committee the committee's joint recommendation relative to address the planning Collective Bargaining Agreement will be sent to the Manager of professional development initiatives Industrial Relations and the Union's Business Manager for nurses as described in Article 9.01their agreement. This committee shall include representatives Committee is established to provide a Labor Management forum to discuss issues of a systemwide nature that affect Gas and Electric Maintenance and Construction employees in CES. The Committee will consist of eight members from the Union appointed by the Union's Business Manager and eight members appointed by the Company. The Union's Business Manager will appoint a co-chair for the Union and Company's Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Hospital, one of whom shall be CES Business Unit will appoint the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and Company Co-Chair. The secretary of the Association, one committee will be appointed by the Manager of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designateIndustrial Relations. The number of representatives is set out in Committee should be scheduled to meet on a quarterly basis or as needed by agreement between' the Appendix of Local Provisionsparties. The membership secretary of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent committee will be elected by responsible for agendas, notification and meeting arrangements. Agenda items should be sent to the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives secretary of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) The Committee shall meet every committee two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days weeks prior to the meetingscheduled meeting date. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized; ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) The purpose secretary of the committee is to assist will be responsible for the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning writing and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development distribution of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics resume. The resume will include all discussions of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines committee. Prior to distribution the resumes will be approved by the Co-Chairs. Resumes will be given wide distribution for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiativesposting throughout CES, including distribution to all CES 94-53 Committees and Local Title 8 Committees. Charter Subcommittees can be of any size but should have an equal number of management and bargaining unit employees. The Committee appoints members to the subcommittees. Members of the subcommittee do not limited have to mentorship be members of this 94-53 committee. Subcommittees will have a clearly dermed charge, dermed time frame and internship; vi) Reviewing are to forward a resume and making recommendations regarding a signed report to this committee. Each subcommittee will have a completed "Subcommittee Charge" (sample attached). The charge identifies who is impacted, what will be worked on, where the existing nursing continuing education programs; and system will be impacted, when the action will be taken, why the subcommittee is working on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing initiative and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about how the subcommittee will work on the initiative. Subcommittee recommendations that do not require a Letter Agreement require review and approval of this Gas and Electric Construction and Maintenance 94-53 Committee prior to implementation. Recommendations requiring a Letter Agreement requires review by the Sr. Assistant Business Manager of the Union and the Director of Human Resources in CES prior to review of the CES 94- 53 Coordinating Committee. Recommendations need to be signed by all committee members. After approval of the CES Coordinating Committee the committee's joint recommendation relative to the Collective Bargaining Agreement will be sent to the Manager of Industrial Relations and the Union's Business Manager for their agreement.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is representativesis set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working regularworking hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to requiredto attend such meetings outside meetingsoutside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or Provisionsor payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for ; Responsibilitiesfor professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which prioritieswhich impact on nursing competencies including competenciesincluding the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and representative;and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is representativesis set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other incorporateother disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) : All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for ; Responsibilitiesfor professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; i Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall Hospital Central Agreement March be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and representative;and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is representativesis set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other incorporateother disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of maintainedof matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for ; Responsibilitiesfor professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the includingthe budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.Hospital Central Agreement March

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is representativesis set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, ,but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working regularworking hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. , Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time straighttime hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which prioritieswhich impact on nursing competencies including the includingthe budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Pian; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to requiredto attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of maintainedof matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development ; Responsibilitiesfor professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) , The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is representativesis set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working regularworking hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended dispositionrecommendeddisposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will : ProfessionaI deveI opment w I I be recognized; ii) recogn All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development ; Responsibilitiesfor professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which prioritieswhich impact on nursing competencies including the includingthe budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for neededfor such absences. Where a nurse is required to requiredto attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing the ; Reviewingthe demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and representative;and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will percentwill be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to requiredto attend such meetings outside meetingsoutside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development will ; Responsibilitiesfor professionaldevelopmentwill be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s 's strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.:

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of representativesof the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended dispositionrecommendeddisposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development ; Responsibilitiesfor professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which prioritieswhich impact on nursing competencies including the includingthe budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; i Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of maintainedof matters referred to the Committee and the recommended dispositionrecommendeddisposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development : Professionaldevelopment will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development professionaldevelopment will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for ; Responsibilitiesfor professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) : Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) : Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and representative;and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is representativesis set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working regularworking hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of maintainedof matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development will professionaldevelopmentwill be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s 's strategic directions and priorities which prioritieswhich impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.Hospital Central Agreement March

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the includingthe budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for ; Responsibilitiesfor professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Hospital Central Agreement March Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is representativesis set out in the inthe Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will percentwill be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other incorporateother disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended dispositionrecommendeddisposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development will professionaldevelopmentwill be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which prioritieswhich impact on nursing competencies including the includingthe budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) ; Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.

Committee. (a) There In addition to that, and to any other planning committee in the Hospital of a more broadly representational make-up, there shall be shall immediately established a committee Committee for bargaining unit, meet during term of this every three months, unless otherwise mutually by the It shall be the function of the Staff Committee to consider possible ways and means of avoiding or minimizing potential adverse effects upon employees in the bargaining including: identifying and proposing possible alternatives to any action that the hospital may propose taking; identifying and seeking ways to address the planning training needs of professional development initiatives employees; identifying vacant positions within the Hospital for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives which surplus members of the Hospitalunit might qualify, one or such which are currently filled but are expected to become vacant a twelve month period. The comprised of whom equal numbers of the hospital and from the of Committee shall be held during normal working hours. Representatives attending such their regularly-scheduled hours shall lose regular earnings as a result of such The Hospital shall make typing and assistance available as required. Each parry shall appoint a co-chair for the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall and will be jointly responsible for establishing the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership agenda of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, preparing minutes and writing such correspondence as Committee may direct. To allow the Staff Planning Committee to carry out its role under this Article, the Hospital will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where the Committee with all pertinent financial and staffing information and with a nurse is required to attend such meetings outside copy of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) any plans bargaining The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior recommendations to the meeting. A record shall be maintained Executive Hospital and Board of matters referred to Trustees no consensus the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies members of the record Committee shall be provided to Committee members. (c) The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) Professional development will be recognized; ii) All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) The purpose submit their recommendations. its Director of the committee is to assist In all other cases of layoff, the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives shall give each employee in the development bargaining unit who has acquired one notice provided however, notice shall not be required if the layoff occurs because of emergencies (for example, fire, of power failure or equipment breakdown) In the of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) Reviewing shall lay off employees :ne reverse order of their seniority within their providing that there employees who then have the demographics Where an resigns within layoff pursuant her she shall be each year service to a weeks' pay, and, on salary for maximum of production from an approved educational twelve months of resignation, may be for tuition fees up to a maximum of three dollars. Where employee resigns later than days after receiving pursuant to article that his or position will be eliminated, he or she shall be to a separation allowance of four weeks' salary, and, on production of within months of resignation, may be reimbursed fees up to a maximum of one thousand two and fifty dollars. Prior to issuing notice of layoff article in any Hospital will offer early retirement allowance a sufficient number of employees eligible for early retirement under HOOP? within the in order of seniority, to extent maximum number of employees within a who elect early retirement is equivalent to number of employees within the who would otherwise receive notice of layoff under article An employee who elects an early retirement option shall receive, following completion of the nursing complement; iii) Developing guidelines last day of work, a retirement allowance of two weeks' salary for the developmenteach year of service, implementation and evaluation plus a prorated amount for any additional partial year of professional development initiatives; iv) Developing means service, to promote equal access a maximum ceiling of weeks' salary, and, in addition, full-time employees shall receive a single lump-sum payment equivalent to professional development opportunities including, but not limited for each year less than age to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use a maximum of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committeeupon retirement.

Committee. (a) There shall be a committee to address the planning of professional development initiatives for nurses as described in Article 9.01. This committee shall include representatives of the Hospital, one of whom shall be the Chief Nursing Officer or designate and another, a Human Resources representative; and of the Association, one of whom shall be the Bargaining Unit President or designate. The number of representatives is set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions. The membership of the Committee may be adjusted by mutual agreement, but at least fifty (50%) percent will be elected by the Association membership. The parties may agree to incorporate other disciplines into the Committee. The Hospital agrees to pay for time spent during regular working hours for representatives of the Association attending such meetings, and will provide replacement staff where needed for such absences. Where a nurse is required to requiredto attend such meetings outside of her or his regularly scheduled working hours, the nurse shall be paid for all time spent in attendance at such meetings at either her or his regular straight time hourly rate of pay or elect to receive lieu time off. Where a nurse elects equivalent time off, such time off must be taken within the period set out in the Appendix of Local Provisions or payment in accordance with the former option shall be made. (b) . The Committee shall meet every two (2) months unless otherwise agreed. Where possible, agenda items will be exchanged in writing at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting. A record shall be maintained of matters referred to the Committee and the recommended disposition, if any, unless otherwise agreed. Copies of the record shall be provided to Committee members. (c) . The parties agree that the following key principles will provide direction for the committee functioning: i) : Professional development will be recognized; ii) ; All nurses will have equal access to professional development opportunities; iii) ; Responsibilities for professional development will be shared between the individual and the Hospital. (d) . The purpose of the committee is to assist the Hospital in promoting a practice environment that supports continuous learning and enhances opportunities for career development through: i) : Reviewing annually the organization’s strategic directions and priorities which impact on nursing competencies including the budget and expenditures related to nursing education. Through the Chief Nursing Officer, provide recommendations with respect to professional development initiatives in the development of the Hospital Operating Plan; ii) ; Reviewing the demographics of the nursing complement; iii) ; Developing guidelines for the development, implementation and evaluation of professional development initiatives; iv) : Developing means to promote equal access to professional development opportunities including, but not limited to programs (such as conferences, seminars and workshops), funding, scheduling, leaves, mentoring roles and preceptorship; v) ; Reviewing and making recommendations regarding professional development initiatives, including but not limited to mentorship and internship; vi) Reviewing and making recommendations regarding the existing nursing continuing education programs; and on the use of technology to enhance access; vii) Developing and implementing an ongoing communication plan to advise nurses about the work of this committee.