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CCFA Long-Term PD Funding Info Session

October 30, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

(On behalf of PD Chair, Martha McAlister) Friday, November 17, 12:00-1:00pm ONLINE Register Here https://camosun.libcal.com/event/3760903 For continuing faculty who have been employed at the College for longer than two years, who are contemplating a long-term Professional Development activity for 2024/2025, come and get your questions answered. Long-term funds are … [Read more...] about CCFA Long-Term PD Funding Info Session

2023 Fall GM – Thursday, November 9, 3:00-4:30 PM – Online

October 27, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Na'tsa'maht - Working Together as One: Artist Butch Dick

Attention Camosun College Faculty Association Members, your Fall General Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 9, 2023, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM.  Please check your Outlook Calendar to make sure you've received our invite and link.  If you haven't gotten an invite, please contact us. If you've never attended a CCFA General Meetings before, GMs are held virtually, run on time … [Read more...] about 2023 Fall GM – Thursday, November 9, 3:00-4:30 PM – Online

Draft 2023 Education Plan and “Camosun Advantage” Consultation Sessions

October 20, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Sign that says "Your Opinion Matters" resting on keyboard

submitted by Martha McAlister Did you see this announcement in CamNews? It was easy to miss and only sent once in the October 3 issue. So, just in case you missed it: Your opinion matters! But only if you know & GO! We want to make sure you don't miss this opportunity to have your say. The College is seeking feedback on their new Education Plan and holding … [Read more...] about Draft 2023 Education Plan and “Camosun Advantage” Consultation Sessions

The New Alternative Transportation Program is Live!

October 18, 2023 by Michael Stewart 6 Comments

Laptop screen shows graphic with the words Employee Benefits

The Alternate Transportation Program benefit is part of the CCFA's new 2022-2025 Collective Agreement. Read about all the changes here or check out our Collective Agreement FAQ. In order to reduce Camosun's collective carbon footprint, the CCFA negotiated a new Alternative Transportation Program benefit that allows faculty members who do not opt-in to their paid parking … [Read more...] about The New Alternative Transportation Program is Live!

Fair Employment Week 2023

October 16, 2023 by Kendal Adam 2 Comments

MAKING IT FAIR FOR CONTRACT ACADEMIC STAFF October 16-20 is Fair Employment Week, the Canadian Association of University Teachers' annual campaign to raise awareness about precarious employment on campuses and support local organizing to improve the working conditions of contract academic staff.  For us here at Camosun College that's our many Term, Contract, … [Read more...] about Fair Employment Week 2023

Past Members, You Need to Apply Now for Retro Pay!

October 16, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani 2 Comments

Red Flashy Attention Image!

Attention Members and former Camosun Employees! Please share this with any former faculty members that you know!  We have a new Collective Agreement!  What’s in it? Visit our FAQs to learn more! If you worked for Camosun between April 1, 2022 & September 21, 2023, you are eligible for BACK PAY, but you need to apply! This applies to ALL Substitute … [Read more...] about Past Members, You Need to Apply Now for Retro Pay!

Position Filled: Seeking Administrative Services Coordinator

October 6, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Administrative Services Coordinator Position Full Time, Continuing | 40 hrs/week, M-F Flexible Schedule The Camosun College Faculty Association (CCFA) is hiring an Administrative Services Coordinator (ASC) to assist the Faculty Association with supporting union members and upholding Collective Agreement Rights and Benefits.   The Camosun College Faculty … [Read more...] about Position Filled: Seeking Administrative Services Coordinator

A New Contract Needs New Stewards

October 4, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Call to Act, if not you, who?

(on behalf of your new Contract Management Chair, Peter Ove) I know we are all pleased with the improvements and gains in our new Collective Agreement and we have much to celebrate. However, ensuring that our employer honours all the new terms in the contract takes a team and the start of a new contract is a great time to join the Contract Management Committee. Even though … [Read more...] about A New Contract Needs New Stewards

Faculty Feature: Parental Involvement Project

October 4, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

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Submitted by: Jane Gair Has your teaching been influenced by parental involvement?  The Parental Involvement Project is a research study that asks the question: How is parental involvement in university and college student education perceived and dealt with by faculty members? Data for the Parental Involvement Project is presently being collected from UVic, UBC, and U … [Read more...] about Faculty Feature: Parental Involvement Project

We have a new Collective Agreement! What’s in it?

September 29, 2023 by Michael Stewart 6 Comments

White Neon Lettering on a Black Brick Background States "Know Your Rights"

We're ecstatic to share Camosun College Faculty Association's new 2022-2025 Collective Agreement. Let's dive in! Jump ahead by clicking the issue important to you! Questions? Email ac.ytlucafnusomac@gniniagrab. Major gains and changes: Minor changes and clarifications: Concessions: Wages We bargained for an improved wage structure that includes an … [Read more...] about We have a new Collective Agreement! What’s in it?

Read this if you’re working on your PIDP!

September 26, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

LAST CALL to register for Provincial Instructor Diploma Program in-person course at Camosun! PIDP is well-regarded by many Camosun faculty, and instructors across the province. If you are considering taking this diploma, now is a good opportunity to get started, with an in-person offering. The cost for PIDP is fully covered through our CCFA PD fund! Wondering what other … [Read more...] about Read this if you’re working on your PIDP!

Volunteer help sought for Sept 30 Camosun Orange Shirt Day Events

September 22, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Orange Shirt Day

(by Michael Stewart) Hi There Members! We’ve been looking for ways that the CCFA can improve some of its work toward reconciliation and be good neighbours and allies for our Indigenous colleagues. One way is to take on some of the administrative labour that falls to Indigenous colleagues during a month that is very emotionally difficult for them. Sept 30 is a very … [Read more...] about Volunteer help sought for Sept 30 Camosun Orange Shirt Day Events

Professional Development Funding Info Session

September 20, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani 1 Comment

Monday, October 16, 3:30-4:30pm  ONLINE Register for Professional Development Funding Through CCFA Did you know as a continuing CCFA faculty member you are eligible for up to $4,000/year to support your professional development? Term faculty are also eligible to apply for a prorated amount! We’ll answer questions like: What’s covered? How do I apply?  Come learn … [Read more...] about Professional Development Funding Info Session

No Space for Hate

September 18, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Through our affiliation with the Federation of Post-Secondary Educators (FPSE), the CCFA is a member of the larger labour organization the British Columbia Federation of Labour. The British Columbia Federation of Labour (BCFED) represents over half a million workers engaged in every part of the BC economy, through more than 50 affiliated unions with over 800 locals. They … [Read more...] about No Space for Hate

Notice of Fall 2023 Ed Co By-Elections

September 14, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Dear Members, Once again, I am writing to notify you about another upcoming by-election for Education Council representation. Some of you may remember my blog post last fall, “Why should you care about Academic Governance?” which explains how important it is to have strong faculty representation on our Educational Council and maybe even a suspiciously similar post … [Read more...] about Notice of Fall 2023 Ed Co By-Elections

CCFA Members Have Ratified Our 2022-2025 Collective Agreement

September 6, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani 1 Comment

Congratulations, we have ratified the 2022-2025 Collective Agreement!  The vote was 98% in favour of ratification with 183 members voting.  During the meeting we recorded over 230 unique users logging on (close to a third of members).  Kelly Pitman and the entire Bargaining Committee worked all through the Summer to bring members this deal and I want to thank … [Read more...] about CCFA Members Have Ratified Our 2022-2025 Collective Agreement

A Labour Day Message from CCFA & FPSE

September 1, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Camosun College Faculty Association, Local 12 in the Federation of Post-Secondary Educators of British Columbia (FPSE) acknowledges Labour Day 2023 by recognizing and celebrating the contributions of the trade union movement across Canada, and in particular the work of faculty, staff, librarians, instructors, on campus unions, and student workers at colleges, universities and … [Read more...] about A Labour Day Message from CCFA & FPSE

Such a Deal!

August 25, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Bargaining Update #7 We are pleased to let you know that the CCFA and Camosun College have signed a tentative memorandum of settlement for a new Collective Agreement. The next step is for both parties to seek ratification from their people. You are our people, so please stay tuned for an invitation to a meeting in which we will explain the intended changes to the Collective … [Read more...] about Such a Deal!

CCFA Stands in Solidarity with the University of Waterloo Community

June 30, 2023 by Michael Stewart

The Camosun College Faculty Association expresses its heartfelt condolences for and solidarity with the University of Waterloo community for the violent incident in a Philosophy of Gender class that left three students with serious injuries yesterday. Our classrooms and places of learning are precious spaces: students and workers should always feel safe within … [Read more...] about CCFA Stands in Solidarity with the University of Waterloo Community

Announcing the 2023 CCFA Charity Fund Recipients

May 29, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani 2 Comments

Once again, our members have nominated some amazing charitable organizations and causes to receive this year's annual donations. It is never an easy decision deciding how to split such a small sum among so many in need. Again, it is my humble privilege to inform our members which charities your Exec selected from the applications we received. We can't fund everything, and at … [Read more...] about Announcing the 2023 CCFA Charity Fund Recipients

2023 Call for CCFA Charitable Donations Proposals

April 20, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani 1 Comment

Call to Act, if not you, who?

We want to invite you to submit your proposals for the annual CCFA Charitable Donations.  Please read more about our 2022 recipients here on our Blog. Each year we prioritize projects involving CCFA faculty and students.  Please submit your letter of application to  @Peg Ford or @Laurence Toffoletto by May 5th.  The total approved budget for these … [Read more...] about 2023 Call for CCFA Charitable Donations Proposals

Know Your Rights: Vacation 

April 19, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

White Neon Lettering on a Black Brick Background States "Know Your Rights"

This is a message from your friendly neighbourhood union rep, Kelly Pitman.  Vacation entitlement for CCFA members is covered in Clause 8 of the Local Collective Agreement. I urge you to read the clause to get the full picture of your rights and obligations.  In the meantime, here are some highlights.  Calculating Vacation   Continuing Employees, … [Read more...] about Know Your Rights: Vacation 

CCFA Bargaining Update #4 

April 17, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

April 17, 2023  Greetings, friends.  The Union bargained for another three days in April.  At the end of these sessions, we began “package bargaining,” which involves each side crafting packages of proposals to be agreed to as a whole or not at all. This helps to narrow the issues and therefore to identify the primary objectives of each party. It also … [Read more...] about CCFA Bargaining Update #4 

Spotlight on Literature – Poet’s Corner, a Haiku

April 14, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Open Book in Spotlight

2023 By Sandra Bannikoff the cool coming of this summer solstice is hope … [Read more...] about Spotlight on Literature – Poet’s Corner, a Haiku

Camosun leadership’s decision to terminate Mary Burgess, Director of Learning Services (on behalf of CETL)

April 13, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Speech Bubble in Green with the words "Have you heard? Celebrating Faculty" underneath.

It has come to the Union’s attention that many of our members are unaware of the situation, so, on behalf of the CETL faculty, we share their letter with all CCFA members so that you are informed of the situation and learn of their experiences.  We stand with our colleagues and support them during this time of upheaval. Your Union strives to support members in ways … [Read more...] about Camosun leadership’s decision to terminate Mary Burgess, Director of Learning Services (on behalf of CETL)

PD Fund Update: 2023 Travel per Diem

April 11, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

PD Fund Update As of April 1, 2023 the rates for travel per diems and mileage have increased! Please make sure to use the new updated travel claim form after your PD activity, which you can access off the CCFA Website. These amounts will be made retroactive to April 1 for any applications that have already been approved. We've also head from many faculty members that … [Read more...] about PD Fund Update: 2023 Travel per Diem

Know Your Rights: Appraisals

March 31, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani 3 Comments

White Neon Lettering on a Black Brick Background States "Know Your Rights"

Your Union wants you to be better informed about your Collective Agreement Rights.  We’ve done blog posts on various topics and clauses, and our infosessions will start back up again in May-June.  For now, enjoy our latest installment of “Know Your Rights” written by the very fabulous Kelly Pitman who in addition to being our Contract Negotiation Chair and Lead Bargainer in … [Read more...] about Know Your Rights: Appraisals

Day of Trans Visibility – March 31

March 30, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

CCFA Everyone belongs in a union, Protect our Trans Siblings, we celebrate you on March 31 - Trans Day of Visibility in Trans flag colours on a purple background.

Dear Friends: On the Day of Trans Visibility, the CCFA will fly the Trans Flag out our office window and on our office door in the Young building. That's because the College doesn't have enough flagpoles to fly flags for activism. We also encourage you to attend the upcoming conference offered by our colleagues at UVIC: Moving Trans Rights History Forward … [Read more...] about Day of Trans Visibility – March 31

Important Minor Change to PD Application Timelines

March 28, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Update from Martha McAlister, Chair of the PD Committee. Though still not up to pre-Covid levels, the PD committee continues to see an increase in applications, with more faculty travelling again and taking advantage of some very interesting learning opportunities. We recognize the application process can be challenging for some faculty, particularly if you haven’t done it … [Read more...] about Important Minor Change to PD Application Timelines

Faculty Feature: Visual Arts Fund Raising for Mabaani Women and Children.

March 27, 2023 by Lynelle Yutani Leave a Comment

Hey CCFA, Let's help! The Visual Arts Department Students are hosting a print sale as fundraiser for the Mabaani women and children to access books and art supplies. Let’s support the Mabaani women and children by buying some prints from the Visual Art Students! Thank you very much for your donation! When: April 4, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Fisher Foyer, Lansdowne … [Read more...] about Faculty Feature: Visual Arts Fund Raising for Mabaani Women and Children.

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