Camille Amber McCluskey
Submitted April 9, 2026
Hello Region 3,
My name is Camille McCluskey, and I’d like to give my thanks and appreciation to Jessica Chilton for putting my name forward for Regional Vice President.
I have been a Paramedic for 15 years, working in rural, remote, metro, and urban stations, and I currently serve as an Off Car Unit Chief in the Kelowna post. I was born and raised in Vernon, and Region 3 is where my home and my heart lie.
For the past two years, I have had the privilege of serving as the Women’s Advocacy Director for APBC. In that role, I have developed a strong understanding of how our union operates, including our collective agreement, investigation processes, and grievance procedures. More importantly, I have had the opportunity to listen to members, understand the challenges you are facing, and work toward meaningful improvements.
That experience is what has led me to run for Regional Vice President.
I am ready to take the next step and apply what I have learned in a role where I can directly represent members in meetings with the employer and support you through the grievance process. Labour relations is about ensuring the employer is meeting its obligations under the collective agreement and that our members’ rights are upheld and protected. My goal is to be a knowledgeable, reliable, and approachable representative who can advocate effectively for all members in region 3.
While my current role has focused on supporting women in our union, my commitment has always been to the membership as a whole. This transition is about expanding that work and bringing my experience, training, and perspective into a position where I can have a broader impact.
Throughout my time in this union, I have consistently shown up, followed through, and put the work in. If you have interacted with me over the past two years, you know that I am responsive, prepared, and committed to finding solutions. I do not shy away from difficult conversations, and I will not shy away from advocating for you.
Prior to my role as Women’s Advocacy Director, I served as a Shop Steward for station 337, and Regional Recording Secretary in region 4. I regularly participate in CUPE education and have completed training in Shop Steward fundamentals, Right to Fair Representation, Grievance Handling, Off-Duty Conduct, Indigenous-Specific Racism, and Challenging Racism. I also hold a Women in Leadership certificate from the Rotman School of Management, and continue to attend seminars on human rights legislation and its application in the workplace. All of this is done with the goal of strengthening my ability to represent you effectively.
As an Off Car Unit Chief, I have had the opportunity to connect with many of you across the region. I understand the realities of the job and the pressures you face. At my core, I have always been driven to help people. Over time, that has shifted from caring for patients to supporting you, our membership. I am someone who is for the crews, always, and I will bring that same mindset into this role. To our dispatch members, I value the work you do, and I will represent your interests while listening to your concerns and feedback. Your voice matters.
If elected, you can expect a representative who is present, engaged, and accountable. I will advocate for your rights, communicate clearly, and ensure you feel supported when it matters most.
I am asking for your support as I run for the two-year term as Regional Vice President for Region 3. I am ready to do the work and to represent you with professionalism, integrity, and consistency.
Thank you for your consideration.
