Executive
President - Colleen Jackson
Colleen Jackson holds a Child and Youth Worker Diploma from Algonquin College. She began her career as Manager of a group home in Ottawa before being recruited to Massachusetts, USA, to manage a residential school unit for latency-aged boys. She later worked for seven years as a Data and Marketing Analyst with the New York Times Company before returning to Ottawa, where she spent several years as an Educational Assistant and served on her union’s executive team as Communications Officer and as a member of the Negotiations Team.
After relocating to Prince Edward Island in 2023, Colleen joined the Public Schools Branch and quickly became active on the Health & Safety Committee and the Bylaws and Resolutions Committee. In May 2025, she was elected President of CUPE Local 3260.
As President, Colleen is dedicated to strengthening the union’s visibility and communication with members, with a clear vision of achieving a fair 7-hour workday. She is known for being proactive rather than reactive, with a focus on big-picture thinking and long-lasting results.
Contact Information:
Phone: 613-700-3766
Email: cupelocal3260@outlook.com
Presidents Newsletter Links:
Presidents Newsletter - Sept 2025
Secretary Treasurer - VACANT
Recording Secretary - Marion Hendrickson
Since 1994, Marion has been a dedicated member of CUPE Local 3260, bringing over three decades of experience as an Educational Assistant. A graduate of Mount Allison University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Marion initially pursued a career in social work before discovering a passion for human services. This led to further studies at Holland College, where Marion completed the Human Services Program in 1994 and began a lifelong commitment to supporting students.
For most of Marion's career, she has worked in elementary school classrooms, providing essential support to young learners. In 2022, Marion embraced a new challenge by transitioning to Colonel Gray High School, a move that has been both rewarding and invigorating. This change has allowed Marion to step outside her comfort zone and experience the dynamics of a new environment, which she thoroughly enjoys.
Marion is an active and long-standing contributor to the Union, having served on numerous committees since 1997, including the Education Committee, Bylaws and Resolutions Committee, and Negotiations Committee. For the past 25 years, Marion has held the role of Recording Secretary. Currently, Marion serves on the Negotiations Committee and acts as a liaison for the Bylaws and Resolutions and Education Committees, demonstrating a continued commitment to the union and its members.
Beyond her professional life, Marion is passionate about staying active through yoga and walking. She enjoys spending time at the beach, engaging in home renovation and styling projects, and socializing. Marion resides in West Royalty with her husband, Chris, their son, Isaac, and two cats.
First Vice President & Central West Area VP - Trudy DesRoche
Trudy DesRoche is a dedicated Educational Assistant at Three Oaks Senior High, where she has supported students for the past 27 years with her commitment to student success and inclusive education.
Beyond the classroom, Trudy has been a strong advocate for members of Local 3260, serving as Central West vice president for over 10 years. Her leadership has extended across several committees, including Education, Group Trust, Bursary, Negotiations and Labor Management.
Trudy is happily married, devoted mother of three, and a proud grandmother to two beautiful grandchildren. A self-described homebody, she treasures time with her family, enjoys shopping and attending musical theatre performances.
Contact Information:
Phone: 902-786-1642
Email: trudydesroche@gmail.com
Assigned Schools:
- A+ West
- Alt Ed. Summerside
- Amherst Cove
- Athena
- Elm Street
- Greenfield
- Kinkora
- Kensington Intermediate Senior High
- Miscouche
- Parkside
- Queen Elizabeth
- Summerside Intermediate
- Somerset
- Three Oaks
- EAL Itinerants and Mental Health Support Worker assigned to any of these schools
East Area VP - Andrea Garlick
Born and raised in eastern Prince Edward Island, Andrea graduated from Souris Regional High School in June 2005. Her involvement with the union began in 2017 when she joined the Education Committee. In 2019, she was elected Treasurer on the Executive, a position she held until 2024 when she transitioned into her current role as Vice President for the East Area. Both positions have provided valuable opportunities for growth, learning, and building stronger connections with members.
After living in Charlottetown for 13 years, Andrea and her husband—her high school sweetheart—returned to Souris to raise their two daughters. Today, she works at the very school she once graduated from, a full-circle experience that makes her career especially meaningful.
Outside of work, Andrea enjoys supporting her daughters in their activities, including ringette and soccer. Family, community, and advocacy remain at the heart of everything she does.
Contact Information:
Phone: 902-388-1465
Email: Agarlick@live.ca
Assigned Schools:
- Alt Ed Montague High
- Alt Ed Montague Cons.
- Belfast
- Cardigan
- Donagh
- Georgetown
- Itinerant East
- Montague Cons.
- Montague Inter.
- Montague High
- Morell Cons.
- Morell High
- Mount Stewart
- Souris Regional
- Southern Kings
- Vernon River
- Area EAL Itinerants and Mental Health Support Worker assigned to any of these schools.
Central East Urban VP - April Gallant
April Gallant has proudly served as the Central East Urban Vice President of CUPE Local 3260 for the past three years. In this role, she has also acted as Liaison for the Health and Safety Committee, where she has worked to ensure that the voices and concerns of members are heard and addressed.
An Educational Assistant at St. Jean Elementary, April brings both professional experience and a deep commitment to her union role. She first became involved with CUPE to better support and connect with her colleagues, while also developing a stronger understanding of member rights, the Collective Agreement, and the Union’s by-laws. Over her time on the Executive, she has acquired valuable skills and knowledge that continue to strengthen her ability to advocate on behalf of members.
April lives in Stratford with her husband, their two grown children, and a house full of pets—two cats and two recently adopted senior dogs, all of whom are well loved and thoroughly spoiled.
Approachable and dedicated, April wants members to know she is always just a text, call, or email away. If she doesn’t have an answer right away, she works hard to find the information needed. Above all, her hope is that every CUPE Local 3260 member feels seen, heard, appreciated, and recognized for the important work they do each and every day.
Contact Information:
Phone: 902-916-3878
Email: aprildgallant@gmail.com
Assigned Schools:
- Alt Ed Junior & Senior
- Birchwood
- Colonel Gray
- ELP Birchwood
- Glen Stewart
- Parkdale
- Prince Street
- Queen Charlotte
- Spring Park
- Jeans
- Stratford
- West Kent
- Charlottetown & Area EAL Itinerants and Mental Health Support Worker assigned to any of these schools.
Central East Rural VP - Kelly Watts
I am very honored to be representing Central East Rural members on the Executive as your VP. I have been an EA with the Public Schools Branch for 37 years, working at West Royalty, West Kent, Eliot River, Westwood and presently at Bluefield High School. I have sat on various committees with Local 3260, CUPE PEI and CUPE National. I am presently sitting on the Bargaining Committee for Local 3260. Please reach out with any questions and concerns.
Contact Information:
Phone: 902-213-8884
Email: klwatts16@icloud.com
Assigned Schools:
- Bluefield
- Central Queens
- Charlottetown Rural
- Englewood
- Eliot River
- East Wiltshire
- Gulf Shore
- Lucy Maud
- PELP West Royalty
- Sherwood
- Stonepark
- West Royalty
- Westwood
CSLF VP - Kim Hood
Kim Hood est membre du syndicat SCFP/CUPE 3260 depuis vingt ans. Après avoir obtenu un baccalauréat en arts en psychologie et sociologie, elle a aussi obtenu un diplôme de travailleur jeunesse. Kim travaille pour la Commission scolaire de langue française depuis 20 ans et occupe actuellement un poste de travailleuse jeunesse à l'École François Buote à Charlottetown.
Kim est vice-présidente et représentante pour les membres francophones de la SCFP/CUPE 3260. Elle siège également au comité de négociation et d'éducation. Elle continue de grandir et d'apprendre dans ses fonctions au sein du syndicat. Elle apprécie énormément le travail de tous les membres et elle est toujours là pour les soutenir.
Kim aime passer du temps avec sa famille, voyager, et lire.
Contact Information:
Phone: 902-213-7094
Email: kzhood3@gmail.com
Assigned Schools:
- École Pierre-Chiasson
- École Évangéline
- École-sur-Mer
- École St-Augustin
- École François-Buote
- École La-Belle-Cloche
West Area VP - Brenda Doucette
My name is Brenda Doucette, I am an Educational Assistant @ Tignish Elementary School. I have been working in this field for 40 years. (January 5,2026).I have worked in a Workshop, Group home setting and in the School for the last 25 years. I have done many years of Respite with many
I am currently and have been on the Cupe Local 3260 Executive for many years. I have sat and been a Liaison to all committees throughout my years. Committees include Bylaws &Resolutions, Education, Health & Safety, Making a Difference Award, Negotiations, Group Trust. I have also sat on the National Pink Triangle Committee for many years. I have sat on CUPE National Constitution Committee for a few years.
I have attended many Conventions and Conferences throughout the years and continue to do so
I have attended many CUPE Schools and Training during my years. I truly love my job and the roles I play in our Executive. I am always here to assist and help out any member in any way I can.
Contact information:
Phone: 902-960-6755
Email: brendadeagle@hotmail.com
Assigned Schools
- A+ O’Leary
- Alt Ed. Westisle
- Alberton
- Bloomfield
- Ellerslie
- Hernewood
- ME Callaghan
- O’Leary, St. Louis
- Tignish
- Westisle
- EAL Itinerants and Mental Health Support Worker assigned to any of these schools
Committees
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- Moonbeam
- Moosonee
- Opasatika
- Smooth Rock Falls
- Timmins
- Val Rita – Harty
Equality statement
Union solidarity is based on the principle that union members are equal and deserve mutual respect at all levels. Any behaviour that creates conflict prevents us from working together to strengthen our union.
As unionists, mutual respect, cooperation and understanding are our goals. We should neither condone nor tolerate behaviour that undermines the dignity or self-esteem of any individual or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment.
Discriminatory speech or conduct which is racist, sexist, transphobic or homophobic hurts and thereby divides us. So too, does discrimination on the basis of ability, age, class, religion, language and ethnic origin.
Sometimes discrimination takes the form of harassment. Harassment means using real or perceived power to abuse, devalue or humiliate. Harassment should not be treated as a joke. The uneasiness and resentment that it creates are not feelings that help us grow as a union.
Discrimination and harassment focus on characteristics that make us different; and they reduce our capacity to work together on shared concerns such as decent wages, safe working conditions, and justice in the workplace, society and in our union.
CUPE’s policies and practices must reflect our commitment to equality. Members, staff and elected officers must be mindful that all persons deserve dignity, equality and respect.