Official Meetings And Discussions
OPSEU/SEFPO stands firmly on the foundation of unity, with core values rooted in respect and dignity for all. We firmly believe in the importance of recognizing and understanding our shared history, and we are committed to creating an environment where no one experiences discrimination or harassment.
To uphold this commitment, we begin every meeting and official discussion by affirming our dedication to respect and acknowledging the land on which we gather.
By starting each gathering with a statement of respect and a land acknowledgement, we reinforce our collective values and demonstrate our commitment to inclusivity and reconciliation. This practice serves as a reminder that we stand together in fostering a culture of understanding, fairness, and justice.
Through these meaningful actions, we create a space where every member can feel seen, heard, and valued. Together, we embrace our shared responsibility to promote harmony, equality, and a brighter future for all.
OPSEU Official Land Acknowledgement and Harassment details
Statement Of Respect
Harassment or discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated at OPSEU functions.
Whenever OPSEU members gather, we welcome all peoples of the world. We will not accept any unwelcoming words, actions or behaviours against our union members.
We accord respect to all persons, regardless of age, creed, political affiliation and racialization including and not limited to People of African descent, Black, Caribbean, South Asian, Asian, women, men, First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, members of ethno-racial groups, people with disabilities, gays, lesbians, bisexual, transgender / transsexual people, and gender diverse persons, francophones and all persons whose first language is not English.
In our diversity we will build solidarity as union members. If you believe that you are being harassed or discriminated against contact
Local Executive Officers (2025/26)
| Position | Full Name | Organization | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| President | Shawn Mason | MNR | OGC |
| Vice-President | Michelle Oulton | MOL | OGC |
| Vice-President | Gabrielle Gagne | SERV.ONT | 101 MALL |
| Treasurer | Valerie Reid | MAG | COURT |
| Chief Steward | Gregg Lloyd | MNR | OGC |
| Secretary | Alyssa Dufresne | MECP | OGC |
OPSEU Representatives (2025)
| Position | Full Name | Organization | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Representative | Denis Chenier | OPSEU | Timmins Regional Office |
| Regional Secretary | Shelly Savage | OPSEU | Timmins Regional Office |
Land Acknowledgement
I would like to begin by acknowledging the Indigenous Peoples of all the lands that we are on today. Take a moment to acknowledge the importance of the land, which we each call home. We do this to reaffirm our commitment and responsibility in improving relationships between nations and to improving our own understanding of local Indigenous peoples and their cultures.
From coast to coast to coast, we acknowledge the ancestral and unceded territory of all the Inuit, Métis, and First Nations people that call this nation home. Please join me in a moment of reflection to acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past and to consider how we can each, in our own way, move forward in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.
Timmins area: Treaty 9 territory and the traditional territory of Ojibway/Chippewa, Oji-Cree, Mushkegowuk (Cree) and Algonquin peoples