{"id":13100,"date":"2026-05-27T16:36:47","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T21:36:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.unesen.ca\/press\/?p=13100"},"modified":"2026-05-27T16:36:49","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T21:36:49","slug":"convention-resolutions-how-to-write-and-submit-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.unesen.ca\/press\/?p=13100","title":{"rendered":"Convention Resolutions: How to Write and Submit Them"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.unesen.ca\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Our-Journey-to-Convention-2026-Resolutions-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13122\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.unesen.ca\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Our-Journey-to-Convention-2026-Resolutions-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.unesen.ca\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Our-Journey-to-Convention-2026-Resolutions-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.unesen.ca\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Our-Journey-to-Convention-2026-Resolutions-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.unesen.ca\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Our-Journey-to-Convention-2026-Resolutions-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.unesen.ca\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Our-Journey-to-Convention-2026-Resolutions.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Resolutions: Your voice. Your ideas. Your union.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Resolutions are one of the main ways members bring issues forward and propose changes, improvements, or new directions at UNE Convention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want the union to act on an issue that matters to you \u2014 a resolution is how you make it happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What Is a Resolution?<\/strong><br>A resolution is a short and structured proposal that identifies an issue or concern, explains why that issue matters to members, and proposes a clear action for the union to take in response.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>How to Write a Strong Resolution<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most effective resolutions are clear, focusing on one issue at a time; action\u2011oriented, stating exactly what you want the union to do; and concise, keeping the proposal short and to the point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most resolutions follow a simple format:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>\u201c<em>The Union of National Employees will<\/em>\u201d \u2014 states what action should be taken<\/li><li>\u201cBecause\u201d \u2014 explains the context or problem<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>The Union of National Employees will<\/em><\/strong><em>&nbsp;encourage unions to submit resolutions to convention in a clear language format.<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Because<\/em><\/strong><em>&nbsp;the actions proposed will be better understood by convention delegates.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Because<\/em><\/strong><em>&nbsp;clear language is a valuable way to help union members feel included by the labour movement.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Because<\/em><\/strong><em>&nbsp;the clear language format makes sense: we start with what we want, then we back it up with our reasons.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.unesen.ca\/documents_and_tools\/info_books_forms\/for_locals\/clear_language.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here for tips on writing clear resolutions<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where Do Resolutions Come From?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Resolutions start with <strong>you \u2014 the members<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically, the process begins at the Local level, where you bring your idea to a meeting, discuss and refine it with fellow members, and then participate in a vote to decide whether the Local will submit the resolution to Convention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This helps ensure resolutions reflect the priorities of the membership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even a rough idea is a great starting point, so do not limit yourself. Your Local can help you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Develop your idea<\/li><li>Draft the resolution<\/li><li>Ensure your resolution meets submission requirements<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>Submitting a Resolution<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Resolutions are submitted before the main deadline, allowing time for review by the Pre-Convention Committees (Finance, General, or By-Laws &amp; Policies).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Submitting early ensures your resolution can be fully reviewed and discussed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Convention 2026, the deadline to send your resolutions is May 29th, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Late Resolutions<\/strong><br>Resolutions received after May 29th, will be considered late resolutions.<br>They will be considered only after all other resolutions have been reviewed and debated, with discussion time often more limited as a result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Emergency Resolutions<\/strong><br>Emergency resolutions are introduced during Convention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They must address issues that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Could not have been anticipated earlier<\/li><li>Require immediate attention<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of their nature, they must clearly demonstrate why they meet these criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>How to Submit a Resolution<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You should submit your resolutions electronically on our website. Completing this process significantly reduces the time required to prepare resolutions for our committees\u2019 review. If you do not have internet access, you can submit your resolutions&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/en.unesen.ca\/contact_us.php\">by mail or fax<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Submit Supporting Documentation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Resolutions submitted online must be supported by signed minutes confirming that the resolution was adopted at a general local meeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scanned copies must be sent to Ateau Zola at resolutions@une-sen.org.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also submit supporting documents <a href=\"https:\/\/en.unesen.ca\/contact_us.php\">by mail or fax<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Submission Deadline<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Please send your resolution before May 29th, 2026. Any resolution received after this date will be classified as a late resolution and will only be reviewed and debated after all other resolutions, with more limited time for discussion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Have an idea? Bring it forward.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Resolutions are one of the most powerful ways members shape the future of UNE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your voice matters \u2014 and Convention is where it\u2019s heard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.unesen.ca\/press\/?p=13061\">#1 Convention: Purpose, What Happens, and Why Your Participation Matters<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"border-radius:50px\">Click here to go back to the list of articles. <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Resolutions: Your voice. Your ideas. Your union. Resolutions are one of the main ways members bring issues forward and propose changes, improvements, or new directions at UNE Convention. If you want the union to act on an issue that matters to you \u2014 a resolution is how you make it happen. 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