Executive Council
The Executive Council is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Local, overseeing campaigns, mobilizing members, defending members and preserving the rights of the union and its members in the workplace. The Executive Council meets once a month or as required. All Executive Council members act as Stewards of the Local and can represent members in any workplace-related issues.
Michelle Spencer
Vice President (Contact Center)
Michelle was elected as Vice President of Contact Center operations on November 30, 2021. Michelle has an extensive background in law, having spent many years as a senior law clerk..
Sandra Douglas
Executive Secretary
Nadia Alexander
Director
Nadia was appointed a Local Director in 2018 and was elected for another term on November 30, 2021. Nadia is our planner-extraordinaire. Planning events utilizing her creative skills adds so much value to our team.
Akhil Sukdeo
Director
Akhil was appointed a Director in 2019 and was elected for another term as on November 30, 2021.
Nicholas Marcus Thompson
President
Nicholas Marcus Thompson was elected on March 18, 2018, as President of the Union of Taxation Employees Toronto North. Nicholas was acclaimed for a second term as President on November 30, 2021. He is an award-winning social justice advocate and labour union leader. Read more.
Sheila Reuben
Vice President (5001 Yonge Street)
Sheila was first acclaimed as Vice President (5001 Yonge Street) on March 18, 2018. She was acclaimed again as Vice President on November 30, 2021. Sheila has over 20 years of experience of being a Steward, Director, and Vice President of the Local. Sheila has the education, training, and knowledge in dealings with management and is a firm believer in resolving issues at the lowest possible level.
Lazaros Gaitanis
Director
Lazaros was elected as a Director of the Local on November 30, 2021. Prior to this role, Lazaros served the Local as a Steward and Director.
Tanya Pottinger
Director
Tanya was elected as a Director of the Local on November 30, 2021. Prior to this role, Tanya served the Local as a Steward and Executive Secretary.