Our Local

About us

The Local Executive Committee (LEC)

The LEC is comprised of the President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, Unit Stewards and Shop Stewards.

The primary role of the Committee is to; inform, educate and engage Support Staff in the context of their rights and responsibilities as members of OPSEU/SEFPO and as employees of Humber College.

Exclusive Bargaining Agent

The Local Executive Committee (LEC)

Local 563 has the duty to represent Support Staff from Humber College as part of the grievance process and as required by Collective Agreements.

"The Union is recognized as the exclusive bargaining agent for all Support Staff employees of the Colleges."

(CAAT-S Collective Agreements, Article 1.1)

OPSEU/SEFPO Membership

The Local Executive Committee (LEC)

OPSEU/SEFPO Membership

All Support Staff from Humber College are covered by a collective agreement and are required to complete their OPSEU/SEFPO membership form. Doing so has various benefits including: being a member in good standing, eligibility for strike pay in the event of labour interruption or strike and access to OPSEU/SEFPO Membership Discount Programs.

Get Involved

The Local Executive Committee (LEC)

OPSEU/SEFPO Membership

All Support Staff are welcome to participate in various initiatives at the Local e.g. organizing events or by representing Support Staff at College-wide Committees. The Local is seeking representatives for the Humber Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee.

Interested? email us at Local563@gmail.com

Job Opportunity – PT Administrative Assistant, OPSEU/SEFPO L

Title: Administrative Assistant

Location: Humber Polytechnic, 205 Humber College Blvd, Toronto, ON, M9W 5L7
Reports To: Local President, OPSEU/SEFPO Local 563
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 24 hours per week
Salary: $24.00 per hour
Duration: 6 months with the possibility to renew

The Local is seeking an organized, personable, and dedicated individual with an interest in advocating for fairness and justice in the workplace to fill this part-time position.

Primary Duties:

Greet and respond to member inquiries (phone, walk-in, email), or redirect inquiries to the appropriate individual
Provide day-to-day administrative support to the union Local Executives
- organizing events, liaising with Humber service providers
- assisting the Local Treasurer on the Local budget and expenditures, and
- assisting the Local Secretary with meeting agendas and meeting minutes
Point of contact for the delivery of documents for the College and OPSEU/SEFPO
Update Local electronic databases
Contact and sign up new members of the Local
Maintain and update the Local’s mailing list (MailChimp), website, and social media
Determine office needs and order supplies and promotional materials
Work on special projects as directed by Local Executives from time to time

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience
Friendly and personable character, and strong interpersonal skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Possesses excellent time management and organization skills
Technologically adept and experienced with the following software/applications:
- Word processing and spreadsheets
- MailChimp (asset)
- Zoom (asset)
- Social Media; Instagram and Facebook (asset)
- Dropbox (asset)
Confidentiality, tact, diplomacy, and empathy skills is required
Experience with basic office management
Knowledge of the Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) Support Staff Collective Agreements is an asset, or the ability to learn quickly
Knowledge of OPSEU/SEFPO organization, structure and policies is an asset
Experience in a unionized workplace is an asset

Expression of Interest:

Please send your letter of interest and resume to:

By email: Local563@gmail.com

References will be requested from successful applicants.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

OPSEU Local 563 supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers, young workers, Francophone workers, and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Members of Local 563 are welcome to apply.

Open Date: March 2, 2026

Close Date: March 6, 2026, or until position filled.

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OPSEU/SEFPO Local 563

About us

The Local Executive Committee (LEC)

The Local Executive Committee (LEC)

The Local Executive Committee (LEC)

Exclusive Bargaining Agent

The Local Executive Committee (LEC)

The Local Executive Committee (LEC)

OPSEU/SEFPO Membership

The Local Executive Committee (LEC)

OPSEU/SEFPO Membership

Get Involved

The Local Executive Committee (LEC)

OPSEU/SEFPO Membership

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Full-Time Support Staff

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Job Opportunity – PT Administrative Assistant, OPSEU/SEFPO L

The Local is seeking an organized, personable, and dedicated individual with an interest in advocating for fairness and justice in the workplace to fill this part-time position.

Qualifications