ECAO: The Principal Agreement, Demystified

July 13, 2026

New to the Principal Agreement? Or just need a hand navigating the latest updates? ECAO has you covered.

Join ECAO for a review of the Principal Agreement, tailored specifically for non-bargaining supervisors and staff. No dry legalese here—just practical insights to help you manage with confidence.

Here is your game plan:

  • An overview of the Agreement structure and what’s changed.
  • Zooming in on the major provisions that matter most to you.
  • Pro tips for reading, interpreting, and applying clauses in real life.
  • Understanding your management rights, boundaries, and responsibilities.
  • Letters of Understanding (LOUs) and their application.

Ideal Audience:  Non-bargaining unit supervisors and staff who have limited experience reading the Principal Agreement. No prior contract knowledge required—this is a beginner-friendly walkthrough.

Date: July 28, 2026 | 10:00 – 11:00 AM EST

Where: Virtual on Zoom. Click here to register.

Cost: FREE for ECAO members


Your Guide:

Jodi Travers – ECAO Labour Relations Specialist with years of experience guiding contractors through the Principal Agreement.

Need to Know:
  • Do you have a copy of the Principal Agreement? Let us know when you register. If you don’t have one, we’ll mail it to you before the session so you can follow along.
  • Accessibility & Questions: Contact Témoc Vega – tvega@ecao.org for any accommodation needs or pre-webinar inquiries.
  • A recording of the webinar will be made available for those who could not attend.

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