Resources for understanding the bargaining process and how we got here
Message from Local 354 President Kevin Griffin Hello Members, This is a very challenging time for members as we are faced with a difficult bargaining process again on the heels …
Town Hall Meeting Called to Discuss Latest Bargaining Developments
Dear Faculty Member, Over the last week, the bargaining landscape has changed dramatically: the communication blackout was lifted, the mediator’s report was released, and the College Employer Council (CEC) has …
Government push for return to classroom teaching creates workload and safety concerns
The sudden announcement that Ontario colleges and universities can go back to classroom teaching this fall without physical restrictions or limits on class sizes has caught many faculty by surprise. …
Bargaining update – Negotiations begin online as both sides present their opening proposals
The teams met on July 7 and 8 this week to discuss ground rules, set the tone for bargaining, and exchange initial proposals. Below, please find the opening statement and …
Pandemic-driven shift to online learning has management cheering and faculty reeling
(from CAAT-A Bargaining Team) Over the past decade, we have seen a gradual move to online learning with this move being further exacerbated by the pandemic. Although there has been …
Local 354 wins major maternity leave grievance at arbitration
A faculty member whose maternity leave spanned over the summer holidays has won an important grievance over the college’s attempt to fold her vacation into her leave. The professor, who …
College Faculty bargaining update video released
“Our vision is rooted firmly in college faculty’s commitment to transparent and democratic processes that lead to a shared set of demands reflecting our core issues. Our demands are grounded …
Coalition of Racialized Workers (CORW) is seeking new members from our region
The Coalition of Racialized Workers (CORW) is working to extend the work of the caucus across OPSEU/SEFPO’s regions. We would like to invite all racialized members in Regions 3 & …