CUASA - Carleton University Academic Staff Association
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CUASA is the certified trade union representing approximately 950 full-time faculty and professional librarians at Carleton University.
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The Human Rights Research and Education Centre (HRREC) and the Scholars at Risk (SAR) uOttawa Program and the SAR Canada Section present a webinar on international tools to advance academic freedom. Jan 26, 2026 — 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
www.uottawa.ca/research-inn.... Registration is free. Open to all!
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Inter-American principles on academic freedom and university autonomy | Research and innovation
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January 13, 2026 at 5:41 PM
The Human Rights Research and Education Centre (HRREC) and the Scholars at Risk (SAR) uOttawa Program and the SAR Canada Section present a webinar on international tools to advance academic freedom. Jan 26, 2026 — 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
www.uottawa.ca/research-inn.... Registration is free. Open to all!
www.uottawa.ca/research-inn.... Registration is free. Open to all!
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Did you know that less than half of OCAD’s faculty have access to health benefits? That’s unacceptable.
For those who are eligible to join the group benefits plan, we saw some modest increases in the last round of bargaining, but we’re still well behind sector norms and well behind what is needed.
For those who are eligible to join the group benefits plan, we saw some modest increases in the last round of bargaining, but we’re still well behind sector norms and well behind what is needed.
January 13, 2026 at 5:07 PM
Did you know that less than half of OCAD’s faculty have access to health benefits? That’s unacceptable.
For those who are eligible to join the group benefits plan, we saw some modest increases in the last round of bargaining, but we’re still well behind sector norms and well behind what is needed.
For those who are eligible to join the group benefits plan, we saw some modest increases in the last round of bargaining, but we’re still well behind sector norms and well behind what is needed.
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Federal departments begin notifying public servants of possible job cuts
Federal departments begin notifying public servants of possible job cuts
Statistics Canada confirmed on Monday that it will cut 850 positions over the next two years, including 100 positions eliminated immediately this week, and Shared Services Canada told CTV News Ottawa it has begun notifying employees about potential cuts.
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January 14, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Federal departments begin notifying public servants of possible job cuts
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Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code is being abused by the Government to violate workers’ collective bargaining rights and to tip the balance in favour of employers.
Fight for your Charter rights, repeal Section 107
https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-6979
Fight for your Charter rights, repeal Section 107
https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-6979
January 14, 2026 at 2:40 PM
Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code is being abused by the Government to violate workers’ collective bargaining rights and to tip the balance in favour of employers.
Fight for your Charter rights, repeal Section 107
https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-6979
Fight for your Charter rights, repeal Section 107
https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-6979
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Manitoba’s poverty reduction strategy misses opportunity to raise lowest-wage workers above the poverty line
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Manitoba’s poverty reduction strategy misses opportunity to raise lowest-wage workers above the poverty line - Manitoba Federation of Labour
Statement by MFL President Kevin Rebeck on the Government of Manitoba’s poverty reduction strategy: The poverty reduction strategy released today contains some important commitments such as supporting...
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January 14, 2026 at 2:52 PM
Manitoba’s poverty reduction strategy misses opportunity to raise lowest-wage workers above the poverty line
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Faculty and academic staff are being asked to do more, with less. We all deserve better!
January 14, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Faculty and academic staff are being asked to do more, with less. We all deserve better!
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OCAD U lags behind other universities in terms of working conditions, benefits & pay.
That why Fair and Reasonable Compensation is at the heart of our negotiating plans.
www.ocadfa.ca
@ocufa.bsky.social @caut.bsky.social
That why Fair and Reasonable Compensation is at the heart of our negotiating plans.
www.ocadfa.ca
@ocufa.bsky.social @caut.bsky.social
January 7, 2026 at 5:10 PM
OCAD U lags behind other universities in terms of working conditions, benefits & pay.
That why Fair and Reasonable Compensation is at the heart of our negotiating plans.
www.ocadfa.ca
@ocufa.bsky.social @caut.bsky.social
That why Fair and Reasonable Compensation is at the heart of our negotiating plans.
www.ocadfa.ca
@ocufa.bsky.social @caut.bsky.social
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At a time when official statistics are under political pressure elsewhere, Canada has an opportunity & a responsibility to strengthen its own commitment to open, reliable labour relations data. Adam King & I explain why:
theconversation.com/why-canada-n...
#cdnpoli #canlab
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#cdnpoli #canlab
Why Canada needs better data on strikes, unions and other labour issues
Canada does a poor job of gathering labour relations information. In a period of rising inequality and renewed workplace conflict, stakeholders need better data.
theconversation.com
January 7, 2026 at 5:53 PM
At a time when official statistics are under political pressure elsewhere, Canada has an opportunity & a responsibility to strengthen its own commitment to open, reliable labour relations data. Adam King & I explain why:
theconversation.com/why-canada-n...
#cdnpoli #canlab
theconversation.com/why-canada-n...
#cdnpoli #canlab
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Venezuelans rallying in Ottawa for peaceful transition to democracy in their home country
Venezuelans rallying in Ottawa for peaceful transition to democracy in their home country
Venezuelans living in Ottawa are holding a peaceful demonstration on Saturday, calling for a transition to democracy in their home country.
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January 11, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Venezuelans rallying in Ottawa for peaceful transition to democracy in their home country
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OC Transpo memo admits bus service falling short as riders face cancellations and long waits
OC Transpo memo admits bus service falling short as riders face cancellations and long waits
A new internal memo sent to Ottawa city council is shedding light on why so many OC Transpo buses are failing to show up and why riders are being asked to be patient.
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January 11, 2026 at 2:30 PM
OC Transpo memo admits bus service falling short as riders face cancellations and long waits
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I just emailed the Ontario government telling them to remove the unnecessary limitations on LUFA's right to free and fair bargaining. Send your letter here: www.lufappul.ca?page_id=6355 @ocufa.bsky.social @caut.bsky.social @cuasa.ca @apuott.bsky.social In solidarity
January 8, 2026 at 5:19 PM
I just emailed the Ontario government telling them to remove the unnecessary limitations on LUFA's right to free and fair bargaining. Send your letter here: www.lufappul.ca?page_id=6355 @ocufa.bsky.social @caut.bsky.social @cuasa.ca @apuott.bsky.social In solidarity
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December 18, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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Stressful & unjustified 5 days on-site for Ontario civil servants www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... Sorrow shared at tonight's meeting of @ottawalabour.bsky.social by @opseusefpo.bsky.social I attend for @cuasa.ca
Return to office for Ontario civil servants 'unnecessarily confusing,' unions say | CBC News
The return to office last week by thousands of Ontario public servants has been "disrespectful,” “piecemeal” and filled with “unnecessary confusion,” say the workers' unions, who point out some minis...
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December 18, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Stressful & unjustified 5 days on-site for Ontario civil servants www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... Sorrow shared at tonight's meeting of @ottawalabour.bsky.social by @opseusefpo.bsky.social I attend for @cuasa.ca
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M. Chakravorty of @cuasa.ca attended with nucaut @caut.bsky.social friends. Thanks @canadianlabour.bsky.social for organizing us.
Great to see @ottawalabour.bsky.social Recording Secretary and USW 9597 member David Meinzinger along with @seiulocal1.bsky.social member Elma Lozano meet with @markgerretsen.bsky.social at the @canadianlabour.bsky.social lobby day on Parliament Hill earlier this week.
December 18, 2025 at 12:30 AM
M. Chakravorty of @cuasa.ca attended with nucaut @caut.bsky.social friends. Thanks @canadianlabour.bsky.social for organizing us.
December 18 th is the last day to donate to the Student Food Drive campaign organized by the Carleton University Student Association and the Unified Support Centre.
There is a donation box in the reception area of ODFASS in Paterson Hall. Please give if you can!
There is a donation box in the reception area of ODFASS in Paterson Hall. Please give if you can!
December 17, 2025 at 1:54 PM
December 18 th is the last day to donate to the Student Food Drive campaign organized by the Carleton University Student Association and the Unified Support Centre.
There is a donation box in the reception area of ODFASS in Paterson Hall. Please give if you can!
There is a donation box in the reception area of ODFASS in Paterson Hall. Please give if you can!
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AHS is not offering General Support Services workers the raises, benefits, and job security they need.
We might just have to fight for it. ✊🏼✊🏾✊🏿
https://www.aupe.org/news/news-and-updates/ahs-gss-after-days-work-we-are-still-far-deal
We might just have to fight for it. ✊🏼✊🏾✊🏿
https://www.aupe.org/news/news-and-updates/ahs-gss-after-days-work-we-are-still-far-deal
AHS GSS: After days of work, we are still far from a deal
Bargaining update for Locals 054, 056, 057, 058, 095, Alberta Health Services General Support Services & Lamont Health Care Centre GSS
www.aupe.org
December 11, 2025 at 11:49 PM
AHS is not offering General Support Services workers the raises, benefits, and job security they need.
We might just have to fight for it. ✊🏼✊🏾✊🏿
https://www.aupe.org/news/news-and-updates/ahs-gss-after-days-work-we-are-still-far-deal
We might just have to fight for it. ✊🏼✊🏾✊🏿
https://www.aupe.org/news/news-and-updates/ahs-gss-after-days-work-we-are-still-far-deal
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Trans and non-binary people in Canada experience higher rates of poverty compared to their cisgender peers, according to a recent StatsCan report. #canpoli
Study Shows Wide Wage Gap for Trans and Non-Binary Workers | The Tyee
A StatCan report examines gender diverse workers’ economic outcomes for the first time.
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December 10, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Trans and non-binary people in Canada experience higher rates of poverty compared to their cisgender peers, according to a recent StatsCan report. #canpoli
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The Ontario government is reviewing how public universities and colleges are funded.
December 3, 2025 at 7:19 PM
The Ontario government is reviewing how public universities and colleges are funded.
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SCOOP: Simon Fraser University insists that its new medical school, the first to open in Western Canada in 55 years, is so new and different that its collective agreement with the SFU Faculty Association doesn't apply.
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SFU Wants Only Non-Union Faculty at New Medical School
Simon Fraser contends that the med school is so new and different that its existing collective agreement with university faculty doesn't apply
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December 11, 2025 at 4:21 PM
SCOOP: Simon Fraser University insists that its new medical school, the first to open in Western Canada in 55 years, is so new and different that its collective agreement with the SFU Faculty Association doesn't apply.
Read more @pressprogress.ca
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Read more @pressprogress.ca
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“All private and public sector employers should pay their employees, whether direct or on contract, at least a living wage,” reads a report authored by @ccpanovascotia.bsky.social in August. #canlab futureofgood.co/record-numbe...
Record number of working Canadians now relying on food banks | Future of Good
Across the country, reports show food bank usage has hit unprecedented heights, even for those who are working.
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December 9, 2025 at 5:24 PM
“All private and public sector employers should pay their employees, whether direct or on contract, at least a living wage,” reads a report authored by @ccpanovascotia.bsky.social in August. #canlab futureofgood.co/record-numbe...
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(1/4) While the Ontario government has announced new funding reviews, Ontario’s public universities continue to receive the lowest level of provincial funding in the country, and it is not close.
December 8, 2025 at 3:56 PM
(1/4) While the Ontario government has announced new funding reviews, Ontario’s public universities continue to receive the lowest level of provincial funding in the country, and it is not close.
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"Carleton University’s Academic Student Government passed two motions on Nov. 19 advocating for improved teaching assistant to student ratios and better working conditions for contract instructors". charlatan.ca/casg-passes-... @cuasa.ca
CASG passes motion on CUPE 4600 petition - The Charlatan, Carleton's independent newspaper
CASG passed two motions on Nov. 19 advocating for improved teaching assistant to student ratios and better working conditions for CIs.
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December 9, 2025 at 2:18 AM
"Carleton University’s Academic Student Government passed two motions on Nov. 19 advocating for improved teaching assistant to student ratios and better working conditions for contract instructors". charlatan.ca/casg-passes-... @cuasa.ca
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Yesterday, the Board of Governors @carleton.ca passed an Institutional Impartiality Policy: charlatan.ca/carleton-pas... Via The Charlatan student newpaper. @cuasa.ca @caut.bsky.social @ocufa.bsky.social
BREAKING: Board of Governors passes impartiality policy - The Charlatan, Carleton's independent newspaper
Carleton's Board of Governors voted to approve the controversial Institutional Impartiality Policy in a meeting Tuesday.
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December 3, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Yesterday, the Board of Governors @carleton.ca passed an Institutional Impartiality Policy: charlatan.ca/carleton-pas... Via The Charlatan student newpaper. @cuasa.ca @caut.bsky.social @ocufa.bsky.social