Tracey Pinder is an experienced advocate in workers' rights with a distinguished career at the Canadian Union of Public Employees since June 2005, serving in various roles including Atlantic Regional Director, Assistant Regional Director, Healthcare Coordinator, and National Representative. Key responsibilities include negotiating contracts and advocating for workers under collective agreements and legislation. Prior to this, Tracey Pinder worked as an Employment Counsellor at JobStart from January 1999 to September 2003, focusing on preparing at-risk individuals for employment through supportive counselling, resume writing, and assistance with various barriers to employment. Tracey Pinder holds a degree in Human Services Counselling with a focus on Criminal Justice and Addictions from George Brown College.