Harminder Gill

Vice President

vicepresident@cupe1267.ca

Harm's role with the union is to represent the membership during labour management meetings, joint occupational health and safety criteria and to assist any member of the union.

 After serving one term as a schedule A Shop Steward, Harm was elected as the Vice President in March of 2018. Harm has worked for the City since 1996 and has been working in Development Services as a Bylaw Officer for the past three years. 

Sarah Palmer

Treasurer

treasurer@cupe1267.ca

Sarah began her career with the City of Mission in 2014 as a part-time employee in the Parks and Recreation Department. Today, she serves as Payroll Coordinator in the Finance Department.

Her union involvement started as Membership Officer, and in August 2025 she was elected Treasurer. Sarah is both excited and humbled by the important roles union officers play and the contributions they make to maintaining a strong, collaborative relationship with the City of Mission.

Chad Klassen

Chief Shop Steward

chiefshopsteward@cupe1267.ca

Chad is currently serving as the Chief Shop Steward, a position he has held since January 2025. In this role, he advocates for the rights and interests of union members, ensuring fair treatment and enforcing the terms of collective bargaining agreements. With a focus on resolving workplace disputes and fostering strong communication between management and employees, Chad plays a key role in promoting a positive and supportive work environment. Dedicated to upholding the values of solidarity and fairness, Chad works tirelessly to represent the needs of their fellow workers. Chad has worked with the City of Mission for over 17 years in the Public Works Department.  

Martina Rohde

Recording Secretary

secretary@cupe1267.ca

Martina plays a crucial role as our Recording Secretary, ensuring that our union's operations are organized and transparent. She will attend all Executive Board, regular, and special meetings, accurately documenting the proceedings. Martina maintains detailed and impartial records, including financial and trustee reports, and presides over meetings in the absence of top officers.

In addition to recording and submitting bylaw changes to the National President, she handles correspondence, prepares agendas, and fulfills various administrative tasks. Martina is also responsible for updating the membership on correspondence and key matters. Her role ensures that all records are readily accessible for review by Trustees or auditors, contributing to the smooth and effective functioning of our union.

communications@cupe1267.ca

Annie is dedicated to keeping our union informed and connected. She attends all Executive Board and membership meetings and manages our website, using it to share updates and promote our values. As Chair of the Political Action Committee, she handles candidate questionnaires and reports on community meetings.

Annie also leads the Social Committee, organizing CUPE-sponsored events and creating promotional materials. She actively seeks new ideas and recruits for the committee, working to strengthen our union's presence in the community. 

Annie has worked with the City of Mission since 2017 and is currently working in the Communications and Public Engagement Division. 

education@cupe1267.ca

Jennifer was re-elected in November 2022 and she is serving her 5th term in this position.

Jennifer is responsible for promoting CUPE education and training programs and registering members for various workshops. She is also responsible for the local's annual bursary and will participate on the Bursary Selection Committee. Jennifer represents CUPE Local 1267 at the Fraser Valley District Council. She is also the president of Fraser valley district council

Jennifer has worked in several departments and is currently working at the Mission Leisure Centre as the booking clerk 

Nicole Philippon

Membership Officer

membership@cupe1267.ca

Nicole plays a key role in ensuring smooth and secure membership meetings. She manages access to meetings, allowing entry only to members in good standing and authorized officials. Nicole helps with attendance records and organizes meeting setups.

In the absence of the Recording Secretary, Nicole steps in to perform those duties. 

Nicole maintains and updates the membership list, manages personnel files securely, and oversees office space and equipment needs. She orders and organizes meals for meetings and chairs the Membership Support Committee, reaching out to members dealing with various personal situations. Nicole reports these updates to the Executive Board and membership meetings, ensuring our community stays connected and supported.