The CCFA has begun beta testing our new Professional Development (PD) application form and workflow system designed to modernize and simplify the PD process for faculty, Chairs, Deans, Directors, and the PD Committee. PD Applications and Funding Modernization Project - An Update For years, the PD process has relied heavily on email chains, manual tracking, multiple … [Read more...] about Beta Testing Begins for the New PD Application Form
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Losing the Commuter Challenge
Spring GoByBike Week (GBBW) is the signature annual event of Capital Bike. This year’s iteration starts this coming Saturday, May 30 and runs until June 5. To kick off Camosun’s annual participation in GBBW, on May 13 I raced David Lacey (Heavy Mechanical Dept.) in Capital Bike’s annual Commuter Challenge. The idea of the challenge is to compare the speed of a simulated … [Read more...] about Losing the Commuter Challenge
Bargaining Bulletin #10: We could make this place beautiful
Sent on behalf of Michael Stewart, Chair, CCFA Contract Negotiating Committee: Check your email for my last bulletin on package bargaining. And follow the Open Bargaining discussion on our Discord. Hi friends, It's been a month. We have had six bargaining days since our AGM on April 30 (that's seventeen total). Both the Union and the Employer have each sent three … [Read more...] about Bargaining Bulletin #10: We could make this place beautiful
GET YOUR PD APPLICATION IN BEFORE THE SUMMER BREAK!
We only have 2 more meetings, and the deadline for the final meeting before we resume in September is NOON, THURSDAY JUNE 18!!! Please contact the CCFA office if you have any questions. ac.nusomac@DP-AFCC … [Read more...] about GET YOUR PD APPLICATION IN BEFORE THE SUMMER BREAK!
CCFA 2026 AGM Election Results & Highlights
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Annual General Meeting on Thursday, April 30. We know this is an especially busy and demanding time, and we truly appreciate members taking the time to attend, connect, and stay informed. Congratulations to your newly elected CCFA Executives! We are happy to announce that the following nominees have been elected or acclaimed to … [Read more...] about CCFA 2026 AGM Election Results & Highlights
Earth Day Means Investing in Public Education
Each Earth Day, we are reminded that building a healthier planet depends on the choices we make today. We often think about renewable energy, conservation, and greener communities—but one of the most important investments in a sustainable future is public education. Education Powers Climate Action The environmental challenges facing our province and our world require … [Read more...] about Earth Day Means Investing in Public Education
Bargaining Bulletin #9: This time, we’re all at the table
We’re in it now. After six full days of bargaining under the oversight of the B.C. Labour Board, it’s been…a lot. Progress was slow at first, but we’ve now had a couple of frank, “pens down” conversations with the Employer about our priorities and expectations. We are moving into "package bargaining"—where nothing is agreed to in isolation, and every item is weighed against … [Read more...] about Bargaining Bulletin #9: This time, we’re all at the table
2026 AGM Notice
Hello Members, We hope you can join us for the Annual General Meeting! You should already have a meeting invite for our AGM in your Outlook calendars, on April 30 from 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM, including lunch. If you don’t, please contact us. Even if you don't plan to attend, please follow the invite for updates, official agenda, motions, and officer reports closer to the … [Read more...] about 2026 AGM Notice
Bargaining Bulletin #8: Student Feedback, Indigenous Representation, and Grieving without Fighting
If you missed my last bulletin about our first day back at the bargaining table, read it here. And follow the Open Bargaining discussion on our Discord. Hi friends, We've finished three days of bargaining and your Contract Negotiations Committee would like you to weigh in on some key issues at the table. We haven't yet reached the heavyweight portions of our package … [Read more...] about Bargaining Bulletin #8: Student Feedback, Indigenous Representation, and Grieving without Fighting
Bargaining Bulletin #7: A New Day
If you missed my last bargaining bulletin on the Bad Faith ruling at the LRB, read it here. Hi friends, Many thanks to the seven observers who came yesterday to our first day of bargaining since June 2025. As expected (and as directed by the Labour Board), the Employer finally tabled a response to our one-year rollover wage proposal of 3.6% that we tabled last … [Read more...] about Bargaining Bulletin #7: A New Day
FPSE Climate Action Standing Committee Meeting Report
Prepared with files from Marty Donatelli, CCFA representative to the FPSE Climate Action Standing Committee. Photo credit: "Array of Hope, Sept 2024" by gbryan CC-BY-NC-SA 4.0 - Alan Batey Library and Learning Commons solar data (live feed) Public site for Enphase microinverters displaying live data from Camosun's Array of Hope solar installation. The … [Read more...] about FPSE Climate Action Standing Committee Meeting Report
Bargaining Bulletin #6 – We Won! (Kind of)
As I reported at the CCFA Winter General Meeting, our hearing at the B.C. Labour Board over the competing Bad Faith complaints that arose from our abbreviated negotiations in June 2025 took place at the end of February, with final arguments delivered on March 6. At the hearing, we explained to the Vice Chair that there is a fundamental principle at the heart of … [Read more...] about Bargaining Bulletin #6 – We Won! (Kind of)
2026 BOG & EdCo Election Results!
In the midst of all the competing crises we are facing, we can't allow ourselves to miss celebrating the bright moments, like when all our seats on Ed Co are filled! The Spring 2026 election process for faculty and student representation on Education Council and the Board of Governors is now complete. There were three faculty positions available for Education Council, and three … [Read more...] about 2026 BOG & EdCo Election Results!
2026 FPSE Disability Management and Rehab Committee (DMRC) Report – CCFA rep (local 12)
Hello again, friends and colleagues of the CCFA. Recently, I attended the provincial, in-person meetings for the Disability Management Rehabilitation Committee in Richmond, BC. One of my favourite parts of these meetings is meeting other members from across the province to collaborate on difficult cases and come together in solidarity to support institutions and … [Read more...] about 2026 FPSE Disability Management and Rehab Committee (DMRC) Report – CCFA rep (local 12)
2026 Winter GM Highlights
Couldn’t join us for the Winter General Meeting on February 12, 2026? Hi Members! Despite eduroam and the entire WiFi network being down at Lansdowne on Thursday, it was another successful hybrid General Meeting! But if you missed it, no problem! Here’s a recap of the key moments, plus a few reminders to keep on your radar. We've also received a few questions from members … [Read more...] about 2026 Winter GM Highlights
Do I need a doctor’s note?
Check out The CCFA's Guide to Faculty Leaves for more information on sick days and short-term disability leaves. The short answer is: probably not. B.C.'s Employment Standard Act (ESA) was recently updated to install a change long-clamoured for by the Health Sector: an Employer cannot request a note from a health care practitioner to verify an Employee's first two … [Read more...] about Do I need a doctor’s note?
Being Together as One
I don't know about the rest of you, but a lot of the time it feels like I'm just running on fumes. I have moments when things feel so heavy, when the tough news keeps piling up, and my to-do list has gotten out of control. This week was one of those tough times, and it is in times like these that being together really matters. Sometimes we need a good cheer and festivities, … [Read more...] about Being Together as One
Notice of College Elections: Spring 2026
Call for Nominations! Three Faculty Seats on Ed Co up for Election Every Winter Semester, when I share the annual Notice to Constituencies for Spring Elections, I try to remind members “why you should care about Academic Governance” and explain the importance of strong faculty representation on our Educational Council. And that's more important than ever now. Why, you ask? … [Read more...] about Notice of College Elections: Spring 2026
2026 Winter General Meeting on Thursday, February 12 from 10:30 to 12:00 PM.
You’re invited! All Camosun College Faculty Association Members are encouraged to attend the Winter General Meeting on Thursday, February 12, 2026 from 10:30 to 12:00 PM. Location: HYBRID: In-person: Y-201 (Lansdowne) or Online: Zoom (see link and details in your Outlook Invite) Please check your Outlook Calendar to make sure you’ve received our invite and … [Read more...] about 2026 Winter General Meeting on Thursday, February 12 from 10:30 to 12:00 PM.
Remembering Our Colleague Dr. Laura Gover
Content warning: This post references intimate partner violence and death. Our college community is grieving the heartbreaking loss of our colleague, Business instructor Dr. Laura Gover. This is a devastating and senseless loss, and many of us are feeling its weight deeply. While not everyone had the opportunity to know Laura personally, many have shared stories of her … [Read more...] about Remembering Our Colleague Dr. Laura Gover
So You Went and Joined a Union
This post highlights the things that most affect faculty—salary, benefits and job security. Email any questions to ac.ytlucafnusomac@afcc. No matter if you are term, continuing, or probationary, all faculty members are part of the CCFA with nearly identical rights and benefits. Welcome to the Camosun College Faculty Association. It might be too early to close read our … [Read more...] about So You Went and Joined a Union
Welcome to 2026
Anyone else feel like they've already done a month's worth of work? Whew, I thought I'd get this welcome back and happy start of the Winter semester message out to members sooner, but OMG it has only been a week... why does it feel like I've already done a month's worth of work already? I bet you can all relate, for most of us, January start-up arrives with a mix of “how did … [Read more...] about Welcome to 2026
Know Your Rights: Scheduled Development
2026-27 Intents and Summer Proposals will be due February 1! It was wonderful to see so many faculty members who joined the CCFA Infosession today. We even had an exempt administrator attend! Contact us if you don't have the links to our infosessions in your Outlook Calendar. But just in case you missed it, here's an updated Know Your Rights blog on what we covered. All … [Read more...] about Know Your Rights: Scheduled Development
FUNDING IS AVAILABLE FOR LONG TERM PD ACTIVITIES!
THE DEADLINE FOR Long Term PD APPLICATIONS IS JANUARY 30 AT NOON. If you are a continuing faculty member planning to pursue a long-term professional development activity, you could be eligible for up to $25,000 per year to help support your learning. Please contact ac.nusomac@DP-AFCC for more info soon, as the deadline is fast approaching! … [Read more...] about FUNDING IS AVAILABLE FOR LONG TERM PD ACTIVITIES!
Festivus Collectivus: The First ANNUAL Holiday Solidarity Celebration
Three Unions, One Festive Night On the evening of Tuesday, December 16, the very first Festivus Collectivus brought together members from CCFA, BCGEU, and CUPE for a shared holiday solidarity celebration! Even as an atmospheric river poured relentlessly outside, union members gathered inside the Sherri Bell Hall for a warm, joyful, no-bosses-allowed evening of food, music, … [Read more...] about Festivus Collectivus: The First ANNUAL Holiday Solidarity Celebration
Know Your Rights: 2025 Seniority List
Finally... Hello members! The 2025 Seniority List is finally published on our website, and in time-honoured tradition, I'm going to recycle a post from last year to help you determine if your Seniority has been calculated correctly. You can download the 2025 Seniority List if you click here. It is also posted on the front page of our website and on the Camosun Intranet. If … [Read more...] about Know Your Rights: 2025 Seniority List
Know Your Rights: Check Your Cheque 2025
What We Learned — and What to Do Next Our latest Check Your Cheque infosession was held on December 10, and once again the message was clear: your pay advice is one of the most powerful tools you have for protecting your rights and your earnings. Whether you’re new to Camosun or have been here for years, understanding how to read your paycheque is essential, and based on the … [Read more...] about Know Your Rights: Check Your Cheque 2025
Union Office Closed December 22-Jan 4 for the Holidays
Because We All Need a Break! Every December, somewhere between marking marathons and the last committee meeting that definitely could have been an email, most faculty and our staff start dreaming of some well-earned rest and relaxation! Sadly, the winter break isn't a jolly holiday for everyone, as one of our precarious term members has reminded us! We've endured long … [Read more...] about Union Office Closed December 22-Jan 4 for the Holidays
Education is a Human Right
International Human Rights Day: Standing for Dignity, Equity, and the Right to Education December 10 is International Human Rights Day, a moment each year when communities around the world reaffirm a simple but powerful truth: every person deserves to live with dignity, fairness, and opportunity. For the Camosun College Faculty Association, this day is not abstract. It … [Read more...] about Education is a Human Right
Climate Action Update: What’s Happening at FPSE and Camosun
CCFA Admin - with files from Marty Donatelli, CCFA Rep to FPSE Climate Action Standing Committee – November 2025 The FPSE Climate Action Standing Committee met on November 15, and there’s a lot happening across the federation — and at Camosun — on climate action, education, and sustainability. Here’s a quick look at what’s new, what’s growing, and what’s coming … [Read more...] about Climate Action Update: What’s Happening at FPSE and Camosun
