We work hard to enforce the rights and benefits GSU members have in their collective agreements.
If we can reach acceptable solutions as soon as problems arise, everyone benefits. No problem is too small to contact us about, and it’s often easier to solve problems when they are small. Sometimes a brief comment, letter or meeting is all that’s needed to address a situation.
When the informal approach is not successful, GSU members have access to a grievance procedure to address their issue formally. Don’t wait too long to speak to your GSU staff representative if you are experiencing a problem. No matter how strong your case is, if you submit the grievance after the time limits have expired, the grievance will likely fail.
Contacting GSU does not mean you are obligated to file a grievance.
We are here to assist you, give you advice and help in any way we can, but we won’t contact your employer or act on your behalf without consultation, direction and approval from you.
The grievance process and all GSU services are provided to you as part of your union dues.
There is no additional charge for assisting you, so don't hesitate to reach out to us with your workplace questions, issues and concerns. Your inquiry will be treated with strict confidentiality.
If you need some advice about how to approach management with a problem, don't hesitate to call your GSU staff rep. No problem is too small and sometimes a brief comment, email, or meeting is all that's needed to address a situation. Call us when you think there is a problem to be fixed.
