About Me
Who is Stéphane
- I spent nearly 15 years working at National Defence in Montreal, where I held roles such as developer, network manager, business analyst (BA), and information systems security officer (ISSO).
- I served on the Board of Directors for Habitat for Humanity Montreal, where I played a key role in coordinating the construction of homes for low-income families.
- Alongside my partner, I co-founded a care business that grew to nearly 90 employees. While my partner focused on services and human resources, I managed the administration and payroll system on a part-time basis.
- My union involvement began after my time with Habitat for Humanity, where I served as secretary and later as president of the CS Montreal Metro Sub-Group, before taking on roles at the national level.
- In 2012, we relocated to Gatineau, and by 2014, I became the National Vice-President of PIPSC, a position I proudly held for seven years.
- After taking a brief hiatus, I returned to public service in 2022 at Innovation, Science, and Economic Development (ISED), where I currently manage a team of 24 people in quality assurance (QAQC).
My Values
- I am someone who genuinely enjoys helping others. Serving as a union representative has been a true calling for me, one that I pursued with dedication for many years. However, in recent years, I’ve needed to focus more on my family.
- Attention to detail is at the core of everything I do, in my personal life and in managing at work. This is evident in my preparation for this electoral campaign, as well as in the development of my Recovery Plan.
- I value taking the time to pause, observe my surroundings, and assess the situation. This allows me to organize my thoughts with clarity and gain insight into the best way forward.
My Candidacy posting on PIPSC website
Hello,
As a dedicated advocate for our union, I am running for President, because we need to save failing PIPSC.
Our union is at a pivotal moment, and transparency is now crucial. Its financial and operational challenges require immediate action, as over the past two years, it has accumulated deficits of up to $13 million per year. We must address the issues of bullying and abuse of power within the Board of Directors to create a more respectful and legally sound environment. The media have already reported on this, damaging our reputation and eroding trust. Additionally, the Institute is experiencing an employee exodus that is impacting the quality of all services.
Implementing an urgent Recovery Plan will not only secure the survival of our union but also enhance our capacity to deliver the reliable services our members deserve.
With my amble experience in union leadership, I will guide our new team to focus on these critical priorities:
1. Implementing Responsible and Accountable Governance :
Strong leadership is essential for an effective organization. Within my first months, I will review all operations to address systemic issues and foster accountable governance. All new leaders will have to take an intensive onboarding program to understand their new responsibilities while developing a mature and responsible team dynamic.
2. Improving Member Services:
We will redefine and enhance member services, ensuring timely access to valuable advice and support. We must lay out detailed plans of action and processes to tackle issues like Phoenix, Canada Life, and the Return to Office, not to mention collective bargaining.
3. Mandating Administrative and Financial Transparency :
Transparency ensures confident decision-making. I will work with the Board to review our bylaws and policies, clearly defining responsibilities and reinstating mechanisms for ethical, compliant, and transparent decision-making across the organization.
These priorities are part of my Survival and Recovery Plan, built based on my 15 years of union leadership and management experience, and on the limited information available. I will work with the new members of the Board to improve this plan and implement necessary changes to save and modernize our union.
Discover my detailed Recovery Plan at https://Restore-Our-Union.ca
Together, we can achieve a better future. Your vote is crucial for a stronger, more resilient union.
Stéphane Aubry