Recognition

Journeyperson Painter is a person possessing a certification of qualifications from the Government of NL, or a person who does not possess such a certificate but who can prove that they have worked at the painting trade for at least three (3) years with a bonafide painting contractor.

When used herein, unless the context otherwise requires, the words “Company” and/or “Employer” mean a Company or individual on whose behalf this Agreement is signed or who is a signatory. The Union is hereby recognized as the sole and exclusive bargaining agent for all employees, on any and all work covered by this Appendix in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.

The Employer shall register their name and address with the Local Union office in the area jurisdiction where the employer performs work or carries on business and shall file a signed copy of this Collective Agreement with such Local Union’s Business Representative.

The Employer shall carry Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Commission, Employment Insurance and comply with all other Federal and Provincial and Municipal Laws pertaining to the Painting Industry.