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Full Time Representatives: 
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Robert Kornhass ~ Secretary-Treasurer and Principal Officer

Brother Bob started his career in the 1990s as a worker at Dairyworld, the largest employer of Local 464. His fellow workers, fed up with the lack of union representation, encouraged him to run for office. Winning the most overall votes, he was elected to the Business-Representative position.

Entering office, he set about spearheading the first strike in our Local’s history and thus negotiated, for our Original Cakerie members, one of the best contracts in their industry.

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Bob Ryder ~ President and Business-Representative

Brother Bob has been a Teamster since he began at Dairyworld in 1980. Over his many years as a Teamster, Bob served members as a Shop Steward and intervener before being elected Business-Representative in 1999. Since then, Bob has been involved in numerous successful negotiations, grievances and arbitrations.

Brother Ryder was elected to the position of Secretary-Treasurer in 2001. In this role he was instrumental in the very challenging task of turning around Local 464’s finances and restoring the credibility of representation.

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Paul Barton ~ Business-Representative

Brother Paul has been a Teamster since 1991. Having been employed in both the dairy and bakery industries serves Paul well in his role as a Business-Representative. 

He has worked as a truck driver, production worker, machine operator, warehouse/checker-loader, automated warehouseman, etc.

With a great interest in workplace safety, Paul also represents Teamsters as a Director with a provincial safety board:  the Food Industry Occupational Safety Association (FIOSA).

Executive Board: 
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Bruce Stott ~ Vice President

Brother Bruce became a Teamster at Saputo in 1979 and has been a Chief Shop Steward since 1997.

Bruce became involved in the Union to stand up for his fellow workers who he saw being taken advantage of in the workplace.

He always aims to educate others on Union principles and continue to enforce them in his workplace. Bruce has been married for over thirty years and has four children and four grandchildren.

When not working Bruce enjoys time outdoors with his family.

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Lindsay Macpherson ~ Recording-Secretary

Sister Lindsay has been a Teamster laboratory technician with Saputo since 1984 and is a Shop Steward. 

Her Union activism started when she saw the need for the small lab group to have a voice for their concerns.

She feels her role is to help resolve issues between her fellow workers and the company.

Outside of work Lindsay enjoys working in her garden.

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John Brookes ~ Trustee

Brother John is a long time Teamster Driver with Island Farms and is a Chief Shop Steward.

His involvement with the Union started with his desire to be a Steward to represent his fellow workers.

John is a devoted family man with two grown daughters.

When not working John enjoys many outdoor activities.

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Mike Christensen ~ Trustee

Brother Mike started as a Teamster at The Original Cakerie in 1996 and is a Chief Shop Steward.

He became involved in the Union to be a voice for his fellow workers in the plant.

When not working Mike enjoys playing and watching hockey, as well as camping and other outdoor pursuits. 

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Ryan Percy ~ Trustee

Brother Ryan started with Natrel [Island Farms] in 2006 and is a Chief Shop Steward. 

He became involved with the Union to protect and promote the rights of his fellow employees while at the same time strengthening the youth voice within the Union.

Ryan is a valuable member of Teamster Canada’s Youth Committee.

Outside of work Ryan enjoys weightlifting, playing cards and time with his family and friends.

Office Staff: 
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Lori Joyce ~ Office Administrator

Sister Lori started with Teamsters 464 in 1980. Lori is one of the longest serving Teamster staff members in Canada.

Lori has performed many roles in her career including Assistant to an International Vice President, and Assistant to the President of Joint Council 36.

She continues her service with the Teamsters as a valuable member of our Local.

Her work with us extends outside the office including work on Shop Steward Seminars, elections, votes and conferences.

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Jennifer Thuncher ~ Administrative Assistant

Sister Jennifer is the newest member of our team and the friendly voice you hear when you call in to the office.

Jennifer brings with her a wealth of experience and strong social democratic values. Jennifer’s background includes a career in teaching and social and community service.

Her attention to detail and enthusiasm has her spearheading projects and liaising with our members.

Jennifer also volunteers with the Teamsters' Committee with Variety – the Children’s Charity.

Testimonial

"I was a Shop Steward and was also on the contract negotiation team. The Union took the time and trouble to learn all about our industry and what we do. This means they are better able to fight for us whether it is on the job or at the bargaining table. We have the best contract in our industry. Thanks guys!"

- Gerald Price - Agrifoods

"I was employed for many years at a Teamster company that was shut down due to the economy. Because of my age, I was worried about starting over. Bobby, Bob and Paul not only negotiated a much better severance package than was in the contract, but they also went the extra mile and got me on at one of their other companies with an even better contract.They continued to help me even though it wasn't their job to."

- Armando Borean

“They have demonstrated the dedication and leadership that
our Local requires. They have always provided sound counsel, support, and frank
discussion on matters involving the members, contract negotiations and our
Local.“ 

- Bruce Tillapaugh –Shop Steward. Island Farms, Victoria