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Passing of Chris McCann, AESES President
Tuesday, July 16th, 2024
It is with heavy heart that we inform you of the passing of Chris McCann, AESES President. Chris passed away unexpectedly early Sunday morning at his residence. Our thoughts are with Chris’ loved ones, and we extend our heartfelt condolences to them. For now, we kindly ask that you respect the privacy of Chris’ family during this difficult time.
Chris had been deeply involved with AESES since 2000, starting on the UM Negotiation Committee and being active over the years on many committees and Board positions. It culminated with him being elected as AESES President in 2022 and in May, re-elected by acclamation for his second term.
Chris was always eager to join the conversation, and his tenacious commitment and passion have led AESES to where we are today. This loss will be deeply felt by all of us who had the privilege of knowing and working with Chris. A longer tribute will be in the August issue of insideAESES.
If you need support during this time, please don’t hesitate to visit https://aeses.ca/wellness or your respective Human Resources department.
AESES is in the early stages of evaluating this loss to our association. In the meantime, our Executive Vice-President, Karen Simpson, will be the interim President. We will keep all members informed of any updates.
AESES and its members have always been a community that comes together in times of need. As we mourn this loss, let us also celebrate the positive and lasting impact Chris had on our organization and each of us.
AESES Spring Education Seminars – Some Change of Dates
Tuesday, June 11th, 2024
The AESES Education Committee would like to offer members seminars to attend this spring!
AESES Spring 2024 Education Seminars
- Gym Tour – UM – Fort Garry Campus | Thur., June 13, 12:10 – 12:40 pm, 1:00 – 1:50 pm
- Overview of Classification Administration (Virtual) | Mon., June 17, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
- The Truth About Credit | Tue., June 18, 7:00 – 9:00 pm (date change)
- Gym Tour – UM – Bannatyne Campus | Wed., June 19, 12:00 – 1:00 pm (date change)
- Gym Tour and Yoga – The University of Winnipeg | Thur., June 20, 5:00 – 6:00 pm
And just like that, it’s June! It’s also time for the newest issue of insideAESES!
Wednesday, June 5th, 2024
Before you slather on some sunscreen (or grab an umbrella) and hit the garden or the park, take a few moments to read this issue, which includes:
- A message from AESES president Chris McCann
- The new AESES Representatives and Executive Council for 2024-2026
- Members’ Day Lunch recap
- Questions about submitting your job for classification review
- Details about discounted tickets to an upcoming Winnipeg Goldeyes game
- Ongoing union and member grievances
Invitation for AESES Members to Purchase Discounted Tickets to the Winnipeg Goldeyes Game on June 21
Friday, May 31st, 2024
The AESES Activities Committee purchased 100 discounted tickets to the Winnipeg Goldeyes versus Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks game.
Date: Friday, June 21, 2024
Time: Game starts at 7:00 pm
Location: Blue Cross Park, One Portage Avenue East
Seating: Section P
Cost: $15.00 / ticket
See you at the game!
AESES 2024-2026 Executive Council
Thursday, May 16th, 2024
At the May 2024 AESES Board of Representatives meeting, the Executive Council was elected to serve you for a two-year term.
AESES 2024-2026 Executive Council
President | Chris McCann, IST – Computer/Network Services (UM)
Executive Vice-President | Karen Simpson, Psychiatry (UM)
Vice-President (Fort Garry) | Divjyot Grewal, Career Services (UM)
Vice-President (Bannatyne) | Karen Simpson, Psychiatry (UM)
Vice-President (UW) | Shivani Bhukhureea, PACE (UW)
Secretary | Charlene Hawryluk, Animal Science (UM)
Treasurer | Will Christie, IST – Computer/Network Services (UM)
UM Contract Administrator | Rob Parker (UM)
UW Contract Administrator | Joan Duesterdiek (UW)
Happy birthday, AESES!
Friday, May 10th, 2024
May 10 celebrates the day AESES was certified in 1973 to represent nearly 1,100 members at the University of Manitoba. Happy birthday, AESES!
Visit our social media accounts (Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram) and comment on your favourite AESES memories from the past year!
Board of Representatives for 2024-2026
Wednesday, May 1st, 2024
The AESES Board of Representatives has been secured for the next two years.
AESES would like to congratulate Gloria Saindon on her retirement from the University of Manitoba and thank her for her years on the Board, most recently for District 3, and on the Executive Council as Executive Vice-President. Thank you for all your contributions and dedication to our members! Your knowledge and energetic attitude will be hard to replace.
AESES would like to welcome three new members to the Board of Representatives for May 1:
- James Tharayil, UM (District 1), Purchasing Services
- Catherine McMillan, UM (District 3), Biological Services
- Geoffrey Pagcaliwagan, UM (District 3), Student Life
They join Danielle Saj, UM (District 36), who started with the Board in February.
With these announcements, a few Board Reps also switched districts:
- Melinda Sasek, UM, from District 4 to 2
- Lindsay Bruce, UM, from District 5 to 6
Following this, the new Executive Council will be elected at the May 14, 2024 Board of Representatives meeting and announced the next day.
Join Us for Our Members’ Day Lunch
Monday, April 15th, 2024
Nutritionists still say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so important that is why we are serving it during our Members’ Day lunches.
Join us for the 2024 AESES Members’ Day Lunches for your second breakfast of the day with mini pastries, scrambled eggs, pan-fried potatoes, bacon, sausage, pancakes, fruit and juices, coffee and tea.
University of Manitoba – Bannatyne Campus
May 1, 12:00 – 1:00 pm and 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Buhler Atrium
The deadline to register was April 24, 2024
The University of Winnipeg
- May 15, 12:00 – 1:00 pm and 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Riddell Hall
The deadline to register was May 1, 2024
University of Manitoba – Fort Garry Campus
- May 21, 12:00 – 1:00 pm and 1:00 – 2:00 pm
MPR, UMSU University Centre
The deadline to register was May 8, 2024