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?
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Read this if you’re working on your PIDP!
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!
Professional Development Funding Info Session
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
CCFA Members Have Ratified Our 2022-2025 Collective Agreement
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
Such a Deal!
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!
PD Fund Update: 2023 Travel per Diem
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
Important Minor Change to PD Application Timelines
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
Know Your Rights: COVID-19 s.54 Settlement Re: “The Pivot”:
Hi Members, here's a little blast from the past! It's come to my attention that many of you have lost track of your COVID-19 Workload Complaint s.54 Settlement information. That's totally understandable as it was well over a year ago that we finally settled it. Fast in terms of how long it normally takes to resolve a grievance, but almost two years after-the-fact, none … [Read more...] about Know Your Rights: COVID-19 s.54 Settlement Re: “The Pivot”:
CCFA Bargaining Update #3
Greetings, friends. The Union bargained for three days last week (February 21-23, 2023). We began by settling several more housekeeping issues. Then we went through each other's proposals to indicate broadly our interest in finding middle ground. This helps all concerned decide where to focus their energies, but it does not mean that either side cannot push forward with a … [Read more...] about CCFA Bargaining Update #3
Reminder for Members – Two Important Deadlines on February 15
Dear Members, I know many of you were negativity impacted by the pay date change and wanted to be sure you don’t miss the window to reapply! The Payroll Advance Option to support faculty negatively impacted by the Pay Date Change Deadline to Apply is February 15! The College is making the “loan option” available to faculty and exempt employees. This “loan” is … [Read more...] about Reminder for Members – Two Important Deadlines on February 15
Welcome Message from New PD Chair
Hello dear CCFA members. I want to introduce myself to you. I have just taken over the role of the CCFA Professional Development Fund committee chair (from Blair Fisher, who was in the role for many years). I thought it would be good to share some valuable tips and info with you about the PD funds and the process to apply. DID YOU KNOW? Term faculty are also entitled … [Read more...] about Welcome Message from New PD Chair
SD Intent Deadlines & Payroll Advance Registration Reminders!
Greetings Members! I know from the title you were probably expecting to get a series of Confluence Blog articles from the Union’s posts over the last month. Well, surprise! THERE WEREN’T ANY. Not that I didn’t want to publish some great info for our members or that I wouldn’t have loved to post your content, too (that’s a plea, by the way!). None of … [Read more...] about SD Intent Deadlines & Payroll Advance Registration Reminders!
Bargaining in the shadow of BC’s Public Sector Employers’ Council
Have you heard the news? BCGEU: The votes are in and nearly 95% of BCGEU's public service members voted in favour of strike action, in their fight for a fair deal that includes #COLA! This is a big day for BC's labour movement. Read on to learn more about why this matters and how important it is for Collective Bargaining. Union Power in BC has been suppressed for over … [Read more...] about Bargaining in the shadow of BC’s Public Sector Employers’ Council
Know Your Rights: Right of First Refusal
We recently won an important arbitration about your rights. It pertains to the first level of job security that term faculty members can obtain (right of first refusal—see article 1.02 (g) in the Local Agreement). Right now, we need your help to monitor whether the College will honour this ruling. We don’t always know when members are having trouble exercising … [Read more...] about Know Your Rights: Right of First Refusal
Know Your Rights: Getting Our Houses (Departments) in Order
Deans may come and go, but for most of us, our department is our home. That’s where our closest colleagues are, it’s where the most important discussions take place, and, if we are lucky, it’s where we find our best support. It’s also where collegial governance begins. I want to encourage you to take charge of some key areas in your department. If you organize … [Read more...] about Know Your Rights: Getting Our Houses (Departments) in Order
