What is your name and your role on the executive?
My name is Bob Jones. I am the president of CUPE 1975.
Can you give a brief description of your background?
I am a tradesperson who was hired into Facilities back in 2004. I became involved with CUPE 1975 the following year, working on the reclass/appeal committee.
Why did you choose to become a union representative on the CUPE 1975 executive?
I was approached by the union after a year of being involved with the reclassification/appeal committee to see if I would want to take a bigger role within the local.
Can you give some personal details (e.g. hobbies)?
I have been involved in playing and coaching a number of different sports over my lifetime and really love the many benefits of being part of a team and meeting new people.
What is a fun fact about yourself?
My favourite sports teams are the Saskatchewan Roughriders and the Toronto Blue Jays.