A tale as old as time, "This is the way it is because it is the way we've always done it." Or this one, "If anyone says something, it could actually get worse for all of us, just wait until you're continuing." And the worst one yet, "it's only happening to the Term faculty." We promote Fair Employment Week each October, but I say we should focus on it all month—all … [Read more...] about Workload & Why It Matters
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Faculty Professional Development Funding
Submitted by Martha McAlister, Professional Development Committee Chair Did you know that ALL CCFA faculty members have access to funding for professional development activities? Below are some general highlights, but you will find detailed guidelines and all the forms on the CCFA website. Contact Martha McAlister, the Chair of the CCFA PD Committee (ac.nusomac@mretsilacm), … [Read more...] about Faculty Professional Development Funding
2024 Fall GM – Tuesday, October 15, 3:00-4:30 PM – Now Hybrid!
Attention Camosun College Faculty Association Members, your Fall General Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, on Zoom AND at Lansdowne in Wilna Thomas 201. 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 … [Read more...] about 2024 Fall GM – Tuesday, October 15, 3:00-4:30 PM – Now Hybrid!
Invite your Union to your next Department Meeting!
Our current collective agreement expires in less than six months. Yes, the contract we ratified only a year ago is already on its post-retirement contract. Your Contract Negotiations Team (CNC) is well on its way to drafting new language to secure better working conditions for you and your faculty colleagues. From our General Meetings, our Town Halls, and our many hallway … [Read more...] about Invite your Union to your next Department Meeting!
A Union’s Work Is Never Done!
The Real Story Behind Labour Day: More Than Just a Day Off in Canada and the U.S. Labour Day in Canada and the U.S. has become synonymous with barbecues, sales, and the unofficial end of summer. But let's not forget, this holiday wasn’t always about chilling by the pool. It was born out of the gritty struggle of workers who fought tooth and nail for the basic rights we take … [Read more...] about A Union’s Work Is Never Done!
