Constitution & Bylaws
The WTA constitution outlines the fundamental rules and principles which direct the operation of the union, while the bylaws present specific rules, guidelines and procedures.
The constitution clarifies the WTA’s purpose – to promote and advance the cause of education, foster active participation by members of the Association and to promote the welfare of the members – and provides the foundation to building an effective group.
The bylaws provide further explanation of the constitution and can be more easily adapted as the needs of the WTA change. However, the bylaws should not contradict the provisions in the constitution.
Constitution
- Authority and Name
- Objects of the Association
- Definition and Interpretation
- Membership, Rights and Obligations of Membership
- Relationship between MTS and the Local
- Required Membership Fees
- Council of the Local
- Executive of the Local
- Elections of Members of the Executive
- Standing Committees
- Removal from Office
- Local Finances
- Amendments to the Constitution and Enactment of Bylaws
- Enactment of Local Policies
Bylaws
By-Law I: Rights of Membership in the Winnipeg Teachers’ Association
By-Law II: Association Council
By-Law III – Executive Of The Association
By-Law IV – Committees of the Association
By-Law V – Election Procedure
By-Law VI – Meetings of the Members
By-Law VII – Amendments to the Constitution
By-Law VIII – Reserve Fund
By-Law IX – Rules And Procedures For Winnipeg Teachers’ Association Meetings