Political Advocacy

Terms of Reference:

To identify and monitor external organizations and issues related to retirees, seniors and pensioners and to recommend initiatives to the Board.
To identify and provide resources supporting District advocacy and pension initiatives as approved by the Board.
To support District Advocacy Committees on local advocacy, of Board approved initiatives.
To recommend to the Board criteria for District use in election campaigns.
To be knowledgeable about the provisions of all pension plans represented throughout our current and prospective membership and to make recommendations to the Board regarding the communication of relevant pension information.
To provide advice on the development and implementation of federal or provincial legislation which does not support Defined Benefit pensions.