News & Announcements

Honouring Service, Truth, and Solidarity

As we mark Indigenous Veterans Day (November 8) and Remembrance Day (November 11), we pause to honour all who have served and sacrificed, and to reflect on the deeper meanings of peace, justice, and solidarity. For generations, Indigenous veterans have defended this land, even when they were denied full rights and recognition by the very nation they protected. Their courage and resilience remind us that remembrance must also mean truth, reconciliation, and action. Unions share in this responsibility. We know that peace is not simply the absence of conflict. It is the presence of fairness, safety, and respect for all. The fight for equity, justice, and human dignity continues in our workplaces and communities today. As we remember those who served, we should be reminded of our responsibility to honour their sacrifice by working to build a better future, one grounded in solidarity, reconciliation, and the belief that every worker…

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The Confluence

BCGEU Solidarity!

The CCFA is proud to stand in solidarity with the striking BCGEU workers. Over the past weeks, we’ve been visiting picket lines, lending our support, and showing that our community is stronger when we stand together. It’s been inspiring to see the dedication and resilience of those on the front…

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Member Resources

The CCFA Guide to Faculty Leaves

The CCFA has negotiated a number of leaves faculty members are entitled to, but the nature of Collective Agreements makes them tricky to locate. Here’s the skinny on what to do if you need a break: 1. You have 30 sick days if you get sick or injured If you are unable to work due to illness or injury, you are entitled to 100% of your salary for the first 30 calendar days. Procedures for reporting sick days will differ slightly by School, but typically the Faculty Member will need to fill out a leave form and submit it to…

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Call Out for FPSE Trustee for College Pension Plan – APPLY BEFORE SEPT 12!

Weldon Cowan (pictured below) is stepping down as one of the three Federation of Post Secondary Educators (FPSE) Pension Trustees. FPSE is seeking to appoint a new Pension Trustee, and the Pension’s Advisory Committee (PAC) is soliciting nominations for a Trustee for the Pension Plan from Member Locals (CCFA is Local 12) and PAC.  Photograph of Weldon Cowan Speaking on Stage In accordance with FPSE’s Pension Advisory Committee procedures and the responsibilities of Presidents’ Council as outlined in the FPSE Policy & Procedures Manual (Section 5.5) and the Constitution, the Pension Selection Committee is seeking nominations to fill the FPSE-appointed trustee position on…

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Know Your Rights: You Don’t Have to Say Yes

At Camosun College, faculty members are protected by a legally binding collective agreement between the CCFA (Camosun College Faculty Association) and the employer. One of the key features of this agreement is that no faculty member can be required to accept changes to their workload, evaluations, or other terms of their employment without their explicit agreement. This might seem obvious, but in practice, we often find ourselves in situations where “suggestions” or “requests” from supervisors feel more like directives. So here’s the bottom line: you have the right to say no, or at least, not say yes until you’ve had…

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