“Every advance in this half-century – Social Security, civil rights, Medicare, aid to education, one after another – came with the support and leadership of American Labor.”
- Jimmy Carter
QUICK FAQs
Here are some quick answers to most common questions you may have.
What do I gain by being a member?
Access to all the protections and services presented in this brochure plus the right to express your opinion and vote during all our assemblies. The Union is just as strong as its members are united and active. Two of the most successful unions in Québec right now — the Specialist and Generalist Doctor’s unions — simply beat out every other unions as far as salary gains are concerned. And they achieve all this because doctors stand behind their union. If you believe education is just as important as other public services, participating in your union is a plus!
Another important benefit in case of a strike is that you can get a strike pay. While the negotiated Collective agreement will protect every teachers, only members can receive a strike pay.
Am I a member of the SECCL?
Good question! In fact, to be a voting member of the SECCL, you must have filled in your member card and paid the $2 lifetime fee to join. If you are not a member, you can still benefit from our legal advice if you have any issue with the College. Most teachers hired before Winter 2020 are member. If you are not sure, just ask us.
How can I join?
Simply contact one of the Executive member, they will take care of your request.
What do I gain by being a member?
Access to all the protections and services presented in this brochure plus the right to express your opinion and vote during all our assemblies. The Union is just as strong as its members are united and active. Two of the most successful unions in Québec right now — the Specialist and Generalist Doctor’s unions — simply beat out every other unions as far as salary gains are concerned. And they achieve all this because doctors stand behind their union. If you believe education is just as important as other public services, participating in your union is a plus!
Another important benefit in case of a strike is that you can get a strike pay. While the negotiated Collective agreement will protect every teachers, only members can receive a strike pay.
Am I a member of the SECCL?
Good question! In fact, to be a voting member of the SECCL, you must have filled in your member card and paid the $2 lifetime fee to join. If you are not a member, you can still benefit from our legal advice if you have any issue with the College. Most teachers hired before Winter 2020 are member. If you are not sure, just ask us.
How can I join?
Simply contact one of the Executive member, they will take care of your request.
What does the SECCL do for me?
The SECCL is your local teachers’ union
Basically, we offer you many interesting advantages and benefits:
Locally, We Help You...
Basically, we offer you many interesting advantages and benefits:
Locally, We Help You...
- When conflicts arise between colleagues or the administration
- When you need information about work related situations like planning for a new baby, planning a leave of absence or a reduced workload or thinking about retirement
- When you need independent advice about a situation you believe is unfair
- All of this in FULL CONFIDENTIALLITY!
- Represent you at the negotiation tables when time comes to deal with the Government
- Negotiate benefits which help you get better services at a lower cost—see right panel
- Represent you at the FEC meetings, on matters related to your teaching job
Local projects and involvment
Here are some projects in which your Union is involved:
College Wide Projects
The Union also provides community support by the following donations:
College Wide Projects
- International Studies, to open minds!
- Green Committee, to save your planet!
- Woman’s Rights
- TGIT, the occasional Thursday Get-togethers
- The PDF committee
- Retirement Workshops
- And many more...
The Union also provides community support by the following donations:
- Returning Students Bursaries, offered in the Fall semester, to returning students having financial difficulties
- Mae Sot Project
- SexEd Project
- The Whisky Society
Benefits you can take advantage of...
Travel Insurance Included!
Did you know that your health coverage can include an extensive travel insurance?
Next time you plan on going abroad, before you buy your tickets with a third party insurance, why don’t you check first with SSQ at 1-800-465-2928 first and ask about your current plan. You will need your SSQ insurance card (check to make sure the Travel Assistance is listed on the front side) to give them your group code.
Lower Insurance Premiums
You can call La Personnelle at 1-800-363-6344 and ask for a submission for both your house and car insurance.
MAKE SURE you tell them you are a member of the CSQ. This will get you a nice discount.
You’ll probably end up paying less and/or get more advantages than with your current insurer. It costs nothing to give them a call.
Did you know that your health coverage can include an extensive travel insurance?
Next time you plan on going abroad, before you buy your tickets with a third party insurance, why don’t you check first with SSQ at 1-800-465-2928 first and ask about your current plan. You will need your SSQ insurance card (check to make sure the Travel Assistance is listed on the front side) to give them your group code.
Lower Insurance Premiums
You can call La Personnelle at 1-800-363-6344 and ask for a submission for both your house and car insurance.
MAKE SURE you tell them you are a member of the CSQ. This will get you a nice discount.
You’ll probably end up paying less and/or get more advantages than with your current insurer. It costs nothing to give them a call.