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Who We Are

St. Lawrence Parks Commission (SLPC) is a regional leader in tourism products and experiences. As the steward of some of the most iconic sites along the St. Lawrence River, the organization has provided educational opportunities on different facets of the region’s history and culture and served as the setting for countless personal memories. 

It has contributed to people’s connection with the land and water and it has opened people’s imaginations to connect with our history. The Commission’s parks, attractions and expertly executed events like Pumpkinferno, Sunset Ceremonies and Alight at Night have brought families together and created annual traditions.


Our Vision & Mission

Tourism, recreation, heritage and cultural experiences in Eastern Ontario are sustained, enjoyed and accessible today, tomorrow and for future generations.

The purpose of the St. Lawrence Parks Commission is to provide, preserve and advocate for our parks, our heritage assets and our environment through operations and partnerships that contribute to an exceptional customer experience and economic prosperity in the region.

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Letter from the CEO

Anti-Racism


The St. Lawrence Parks Commission (SLPC) envisions a safe, welcoming, racially equitable, and inclusive space for its employees, community members, and guests. Our goal is to build and grow an organizational culture that actively commits to anti-racism actions for its staff and community, which are woven into the fabric of the entirety of the Commission.


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Diversity


The staff of the SLPC believes that diversity is fundamental to ensuring the sustainability of our core values, including our priority of being an inclusive organization. As such, SLPC pledges to embrace the diversity of all individuals respecting such attributes as their sex, gender, race, ethnicity, age, class, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, nationality, socio-economic status, religion, physical ability, mental ability, and expression.

Together

We can make the SLPC a more diverse, welcoming, and accessible space that redefines and acknowledges its past, present, and future for bold, meaningful, and positive lasting change.

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Learning Resources


We aim to be intentional and proactive in having our staff be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to be inclusive, anti-racist, respectful, and equitable in their day-to-day actions with their colleagues and the work they do with our guests across SLPC properties. We will provide staff with a toolkit, where you will find foundational training and additional resources to support continuous learning about systemic racism as well as racial discrimination to be better equipped to identify and challenge racism.

Indigenous Voices

The SLPC celebrates, honours, and recognizes the diversity of culture, history, rich traditions as well as the outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. We are committed to doing our part to achieve meaningful and lasting reconciliation. The following page of resources is an opportunity for SLPC staff members to take some time to learn about inspiring Indigenous peoples who have helped shape Canadian history. Start your learning journey with the curated collection below to expand your knowledge.

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Your ideas


We extend an open invitation for any staff to participate and encourage summer students as well to continue in their advocacy experience with our team. We want your ideas and participation!
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Health & Safety

Occupational Health & Safety Committee

Management of the St. Lawrence Parks Commission is committed to the health and safety of its employees. The Occupational Health and Safety Committee is composed of both union and management members. The Commission’s joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees act as advisory bodies to management to stimulate an awareness of safety. The committees hold regular meetings, conduct inspection audits of the workplace to identify hazardous situations and participate in any refusal to work investigations.

The names of the committee representatives are listed below and a copy of the Occupational Health and Safety Act is available at all work locations.

Occupational Health and Safety Policy
Kingston Penitentiary

Worker Members 

(* indicates Co-chairs and > indicates Certified Member)

  • Maude Vandenberg
  • Shawna Campbell*
  • >Calvin McLellan 

Management Workers

  • >Greg Gouthro
  • >Geoff Waycik


Fort Henry National Historic Site

Worker Members

(* indicates Co-chairs and >indicates Certified Member)

  • Michael Skinner*
  • Erika Kelly

Management Workers

  • >Mark Bennett*
  • Will Christie


SLPC Multi-Workplace

Worker Members 

(* indicates Co-chairs and > indicates Certified Member)

  • Hilary Beat* - Upper Canada Village
  • Luc Proulx - Recreation Attractions
  • Pat Taylor - Maintenance & Operations
  • MIchael Valois Administration
  • Lana Shirley - Parks



Management Workers

  • Tim Robins, Co-Chair Recreation Attractions
  • Ben Schaillee Maintenance & Operations
  • >Liam Carson Parks
  • >Julian Whittam Upper Canada Village
  • Amanda Veltheim Administration

Committee Advisor – Harry Smith, OH&S Officer or Designate


WSIB Employee Roles & Responsibilities
Workplace Violence Prevention Program
Driver's Guide
Accessibility - Employee Emergency Information Guide
A Guide to the Occupational Health and Safety Act
OPS Working Alone Guideline

Staff & Commissioners Pass Benefits

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Attractions Ontario Reciprocal Admissions Program

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Proper forms of identification accepted include:
  • Valid employee ID card with or without photo may need to provide a secondary proof such as a Driver’s License
  • Security Card
  • Current 2024/2025 Pay Stub
  • Business Card
  • Name Tag
  • Letter from employer properly dated for the 2024/2025 season (on company letterhead including name of employee and signature)

    • Wellness

    Employee & Family Assistance Program

    Your Employee and Family Assistance Program is a confidential and voluntary support service that can help you take the first step toward change. You and your immediate family members (as defined in your employee benefit plan) can access immediate, free, and confidential support in a way that is most suited to your preferences, comfort level and lifestyle.

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    Wellness Committee Charter
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    Workplace Strategies for Mental Health

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    Stress

    It’s important to recognize when a situation is causing a lot of stress on you. Stress can negatively affect you in both mental and physical ways. A common place in which stress appears is within the workplace. Either through workload, timelines, responsibility, or environment. Often leaving stress untreated can lead to burnout.

    How to deal with stress?

    Make sure you prioritize self-care.

    By taking care of your physical, mental, and emotional health you will be in a better position to handle tough situations.

    Talk to others.

    By discussing issues you may be facing at work, others may be able to provide helpful feedback and ideas and help you find a solution.

    Set boundaries.

    Keep a good work – like balance. Schedule time for work, and time for yourself.

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    Mental Health

    It is essential to take care of your mental health and treat all mental illnesses seriously. It’s important to be mindful of those around you and what they could be going through. Take the time to reflect on your feelings, how things impact you and what you do that lifts your mood.

    What can I do to take care of my mental health?

    Talk to a person you trust or a professional.

    Verbalizing your thoughts and being able to fully express them can be very healing. Sometimes it’s good to just vent and have someone else listen, and other times it’s beneficial to have someone offer advice.

    Partake in activities that make you happy.

    By doing something that makes you happy you will find comfort, and it’ll help ease your mind from all the negativity even for just a moment. Examples include, watching your favourite movie, listening to your favourite song, playing a sport you enjoy, or spending time with your loved ones.

    Take time for yourself.

    Whether through exercise, reflection, journaling or other hobbies, take the time for yourself. Recognize your needs and what you can do to feel better

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    Collective Agreements & Union Contact 


    OPSEU

    The union representing the majority of The St. Lawrence Parks Commission’s employees is the Ontario Public Service Union (OPSEU). OPSEU bargaining unit staff (excluding Fort Henry National Historic Site) are represented by Union Local 453. OPSEU bargaining unit staff at our Fort Henry National Historic Site are represented by Local 4110 (previously 429). For more information on bargaining unit matters, you can visit www.opseu.org

    OPSEU
    AMAPCEO

    A few Commission employees are in the Association of Management, Administrative, and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario (AMAPCEO) bargaining unit group. For more information on bargaining unit matters, you can visit www.amapceo.on.ca

    AMAPCEO
    Union List

    East Operation – OPSEU Local 453

    Stewards for Upper Canada Village:

    • Olivia Pereira (student)
    • Dylan Roberts
    • Richard Crocker
    • Michael Valois
    • Kimberly Little
    • • Gabriel Newman-Hogan
    • • Caitlyn Acheson
    • • Cory Couturier

    Stewards for Upper Canada Golf Course:

    • Luc Proulx

    Stewards-at-large:

    • Jill Stewart
    • Brent Santin 

    Stewards for Maintenance:

    • Pat Taylor
    • Conor Veinotte

    Stewards for Campsites, Parks & Recreation:

    • Kyle Brown (student)
    • Erin Shirley (student)
    • Lana Shirley
    • Colleen Fleury
    • Wendy Murphy

    E-mail: opseu.local.453.slpc@gmail.com

    IT Support

    If you require support, please submit a ticket to the below linked portal for the promptest response as this channel is monitored 24/7.

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    InsideOPS

    InsideOPS changes the way we think about our intranet, transforming it into the place to find the information you’re looking for, to share news, and to engage with your colleagues. It is the digital space that enables our transformation into the OPS of the Future.

    InsideOPS is:

    • mobile: get the news and information you need anywhere, anytime.
    • collaborative: work with your colleagues online, across the OPS.
    • accessible: supporting content that is AODA compliant and accessible for all OPSers.

    InsideOPS brings OPS intranets together on a single modern web platform. All ministries and I+IT clusters/corporate areas have migrated their intranets to InsideOPS.

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    Meet the Staff

    Board of Commissioners

    The Chairman and Commission members as a corporate body are responsible for overseeing the business affairs of the Commission, making policy decisions, setting strategic direction, establishing land-use regulations, approving budget priorities, translating government policy into agency policy, ensuring wise use of public assets and representing the Commission within the community.

    Senior Leadership Team

    The Senior Leadership Team (SLT) of The St. Lawrence Parks Commission provides leadership, support, coordination and control for Commission programs and activities, approved by the Board of Commissioners.

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    Extended Management Team

    In addition to the Senior Leadership Team, the following managers are part of the Extended Management Team and play a key role in implementing programs at SLPC.

    Corporate Services

    • Cameron Smith - HR Generalist
    • Ben Schaillee - Supervisor, Grounds Maintenance
    • Jonathan Chambers - Supervisor, Building Maintenance

    Fort Henry National Historic Site

    • Mark Bennett - Supervisor, Programs
    • Will Christie - Supervisor, Business Support

    Parks and Recreational Facilities

    • Allen McNairn - Pro Shop Coordinator, UCGC
    • Liam Carson - Park Operations Assistant Manager (Eastern)
    • Mike Pratt - Park Operations Assistant Manager (Western)

    Upper Canada Village

    • Julian Whittam - Coordinator of Interpretation
    • Peggy Hause - Supervisor, Interpretive Entertainment & Domestic Programs
    • Caroline Trépanier - Supervisor of Education and Industries
    • Tiffany Montroy - A/ Manager, Retail Operations