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University of Regina Faculty Association
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Our union represents 1650+ members at Campion College, First Nations University of Canada, Luther College & the University of Regina.
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How are governments interfering in post-secondary education across Canada? Learn more from this great podcast, featuring a recent panel on government interference in post-secondary across our country that was hosted by the SK Organization of Faculty Associations!

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Episode 7: Government Interference in PSE
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November 26, 2025 at 9:32 PM
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"Never wanting to let a good crisis go to waste, myriad actors have come out of the woodwork to propose their grand solutions to this current moment. While public funding may be the headline, the fine print is worth investigating."

Check out this article by URFA member @drmarcspooner.bsky.social ⬇️
Not all calls for public funding are good - CAUT
Program cuts, layoffs and campus closures are making headlines across the country.
www.caut.ca
November 26, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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"It is difficult to think of a group more representative of our province’s values and aspirations than AB’s teachers. They are found, quite literally, in every town & city in our province...if the UCP can take rights away from 50,000 of them, then nobody’s safe." edmontonjournal.com/opinion/colu...
Opinion: If the UCP can take away teachers' rights, no one is safe
But Bill 2 does far more than end a strike. It turns fifty-thousand Albertan teachers into second-class citizens.
edmontonjournal.com
November 4, 2025 at 3:58 PM
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Deadline to sign TODAY! 🚨 Sign the petition urging the University of Regina to cut ties with Scotiabank and invest locally instead!

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Cut University Ties to Scotiabank, Invest Locally
Dear University of Regina Administration, It has come to our attention that the contract with Scotiabank to supply Saskatchewan higher education institutions with purchasing cards and travel cards wil...
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October 20, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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Solidarity with @dalfaculty.bsky.social who are on the picket lines after being locked out by the Dalhousie University admin! #KeepDalStrong
August 22, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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Performance-based funding that shifts annually prevents responsible planning. Institutions need steady, predictable operating grants to remain competitive.

Astute analysis by Lee Easton & Shauna MacDonald @acifa.bsky.social @drmacd.bsky.social @caut.bsky.social

edmontonjournal.com/opinion/colu...
Opinion: How Alberta can restore its post-secondary education system
Alberta can restore its post-secondary system to the national leadership position it once held.
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August 25, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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L'APPUSB a besoin de votre aide.
Soutenez l'APPUSB en envoyant une lettre à la direction de l'Université de Saint-Boniface! 
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The APPUSB needs your help.
Support APPUSB by sending a letter to Saint-Boniface University's administration!
https://f.mtr.cool/duirtuirwd
August 26, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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“As a national association of employee organizations and trade unions, CAUT proudly stands in solidarity with CUPE’s Air Canada flight attendants."

Read more: www.caut.ca/news/caut-co...
CAUT condemns federal government’s violation of right to strike 
www.caut.ca
August 18, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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Dalhousie faculty association facing imminent lockout.

“Academic staff from across the country are watching closely and will be fully supporting the @dalfaculty.bsky.social and its members.”

Read more: www.caut.ca/news/dalhous...
August 19, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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"In stark contrast to the aspirations of a more prosperous, productive Canada, governments at all levels have abandoned the post-secondary sector to shuttered programs. Highly qualified personnel are being displaced at an unprecedented rate."

Read more...
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Opinion: A stronger Canada needs a healthy post-secondary sector
But little attention has been given to reasonable levels of public funding amid disruptive changes to policies on international study
vancouversun.com
August 7, 2025 at 7:51 PM
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"As a union con­cerned with uphold­ing human rights and aca­d­e­mic free­dom, URFA affirms our sol­i­dar­i­ty with the Pales­tin­ian peo­ple — schol­ars, work­ers, stu­dents..."

Read the full statement here: www.urfa.ca/news/stateme...
August 7, 2025 at 7:54 PM
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URFA has sent a let­ter of sol­i­dar­i­ty on aca­d­e­m­ic free­dom to the @aaup.org in sup­port of their strug­gle to resist the attacks on post-sec­ondary insti­tu­tion­al auton­o­my and aca­d­e­m­ic free­dom cur­rent­ly hap­pen­ing in the US.

Read the letter here: www.urfa.ca/news/aaup-le...
August 5, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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The strike vote is overwhelming. Faculty members will strike if the @dalhousieu.bsky.social Board does not improve its offer. Conciliation is set to begin this week. Visit dfa.ns.ca for media release. @ansut.bsky.social @caut.bsky.social @cautdefencefund.bsky.social
July 7, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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Canada’s unions celebrate and fiercely defend the vibrant diversity within our movement. It is up to all of us to defend queer and trans workers, students, and community members.

Join the national campaign here: canadianlabour.ca/campaigns/pr...
July 8, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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SAVE THE DATE URFA MEMBERS! Our upcoming Fall General Membership Meeting will be held on Tuesday October 28 starting at 1:30 p.m.

All mem­bers are invit­ed to attend our Fall Gen­er­al Mem­ber­ship Meeting — whether you are a brand-new or seasoned member. #canlab
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July 8, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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Faculty at the Atlantic School of Theology could strike July 1. Time is running out & they need our help.

📢 Tell the AST Board & admin that @astfassoc.bsky.socialtoday deserve a fair deal.

✉️ Send a letter: win.newmode.net/canadianasso...
June 26, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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Hey #Saskatchewan! Looking for a Pride event in your area? Check out this great directory 🌈

sfl.sk.ca/events/pride...
Pride 2025 Directory
Listing of key pride events happening in Saskatchewan this summer!
sfl.sk.ca
June 12, 2025 at 9:09 PM
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LISTEN: Check out this great conversation about Academic Freedom, featuring URFA member Marc Spooner!

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Episode 683 Academic Freedom
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June 10, 2025 at 9:29 PM
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Does your teen care about social justice? Check out this great summer camp taking place in Saskatchewan this August — register today!

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2025 SFL Summer Camp
SFL camp empowers young people through active learning, cooperative recreation, and fun-focused social events.
sfl.sk.ca
June 5, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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This month, we celebrate the start of #PrideSeason by recognizing the work done by our 2SLGBTQIA+ members and renewing our collective commitment to securing equity for those members who have historically been excluded from full participation in the academy.
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June 3, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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Students stood in solidarity with Contract Faculty in downtown Brantford as the first week of negotiations begins. ‘Better contracts – better education’ is the message that resonates. More updates to come. #Fairness4cf #Solidarity #EducationMatters
@ocufa.bsky.social @caut.bsky.social
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June 4, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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⚠️ Help us spread the word — forward this to anyone you know who worked at First Nations University of Canada between 2010–2025! ⚠️

APT members may be eligible for retroactive pay under a new job classification settlement. If this is you — please contact [email protected] as soon as possible.
April 22, 2025 at 10:19 PM
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Canadians overwhelmingly agree that universities and colleges should be affordable

Canadians deserve access to high-quality post-secondary education and all the benefits that come along with it.

That education should be affordable for everyone.
April 22, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Students are overwhelmed by the costs that come with post-secondary education.

Financial barriers shouldn’t block young Canadians from unlocking their potential.

Help us Unlock Education: Education2025.ca
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April 3, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Canada’s universities and colleges are too reliant on precarious employment.

Students rely on their teachers, and they deserve fair working conditions. Our country’s future relies on colleges and universities. They should be well-funded and strong. Visit education2025.ca. @caut.bsky.social
March 27, 2025 at 1:08 PM