University of Manitoba Faculty Association
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The official account of UMFA. UMFA is the certified bargaining agent for 1300+ full-time professors, librarians, lecturers, and instructors at the University of Manitoba.
UMFA Members: you are invited to a holiday party on Monday, December 15. Details were emailed to you earlier this week and are also in the poster below. Please RSVP your attendance.
December 10, 2025 at 3:59 PM
UMFA Members: you are invited to a holiday party on Monday, December 15. Details were emailed to you earlier this week and are also in the poster below. Please RSVP your attendance.
UMFA Members: Check your inboxes for information on how to opt-out of sharing Winter 2025 and Summer 2025 SRI Results.
December 3, 2025 at 3:44 PM
UMFA Members: Check your inboxes for information on how to opt-out of sharing Winter 2025 and Summer 2025 SRI Results.
The UMFA office will be closed for the holidays from December 23 to January 4.
December 2, 2025 at 4:55 PM
The UMFA office will be closed for the holidays from December 23 to January 4.
UMFA extends congratulations to Tom Booth, long-time UMFA member & faculty member in the Dept of Biological Sciences. Tom received the CAUT Donald C. Savage Award in recognition of his exceptional contributions to advancing collective bargaining at universities & colleges across Canada.
December 1, 2025 at 4:49 PM
UMFA extends congratulations to Tom Booth, long-time UMFA member & faculty member in the Dept of Biological Sciences. Tom received the CAUT Donald C. Savage Award in recognition of his exceptional contributions to advancing collective bargaining at universities & colleges across Canada.
UM Labour Studies is hosting a screening of the Canadian Labour International Film Festival on November 20. Free films, free food, good times — 4:00-6:00 p.m. in the St. John’s College Cross Common Room.
November 13, 2025 at 4:32 PM
UM Labour Studies is hosting a screening of the Canadian Labour International Film Festival on November 20. Free films, free food, good times — 4:00-6:00 p.m. in the St. John’s College Cross Common Room.
The last craft day of the fall is happening Wednesday, November 26 at 11:30 a.m. in the UMFA boardroom.
November 13, 2025 at 4:28 PM
The last craft day of the fall is happening Wednesday, November 26 at 11:30 a.m. in the UMFA boardroom.
Rally for International Students' Healthcare at the Manitoba Legislature — Thursday, October 30th, from 11am - 2pm.
October 29, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Rally for International Students' Healthcare at the Manitoba Legislature — Thursday, October 30th, from 11am - 2pm.
The U.S. is experiencing one of the largest waves of political repression in its history. We must fight back. Register for this event with activists, organizers & writers who will share ideas about the meaning of MAGA McCarthyism and how to resist: www.tickettailor.com/events/haymarketbooks/1917891
Register Now – Speak Out! Tom Alter, MAGA McCarthyism, and the Fight for Free Speech – YouTube
Speak Out! Tom Alter, MAGA McCarthyism, and the Fight for Free Speech – YouTube, Thu Nov 6, 2025 - The U.S. is experiencing one of the largest waves of political repression in its history. Academics,...
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October 23, 2025 at 2:42 PM
The U.S. is experiencing one of the largest waves of political repression in its history. We must fight back. Register for this event with activists, organizers & writers who will share ideas about the meaning of MAGA McCarthyism and how to resist: www.tickettailor.com/events/haymarketbooks/1917891
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There's still time to register for Wednesday's Fair Employment Week keynote! Register for the webinar now to hear Dr. Kendra Strauss discuss academic freedom and precarity.
More information: www.caut.ca/event/a-disc...
More information: www.caut.ca/event/a-disc...
October 20, 2025 at 2:01 PM
There's still time to register for Wednesday's Fair Employment Week keynote! Register for the webinar now to hear Dr. Kendra Strauss discuss academic freedom and precarity.
More information: www.caut.ca/event/a-disc...
More information: www.caut.ca/event/a-disc...
The next UMFA craft day is Wednesday, October 29. Bring your latest craft project down to the UMFA office and enjoy some casual chat with your colleagues in a relaxed environment.
October 15, 2025 at 2:51 PM
The next UMFA craft day is Wednesday, October 29. Bring your latest craft project down to the UMFA office and enjoy some casual chat with your colleagues in a relaxed environment.
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CUPW Picket Line Locations | Lieux de piquetage du STTP
CUPW Picket Line Locations
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October 8, 2025 at 3:40 PM
📍 Join the picket lines and show your support:
🕕 OE 987: 6AM–8PM, Mon–Fri – 820-A & 881 Berry St
📅 CUPW: Special line Oct 8, 8AM–12PM – 1199 Nairn Ave
⏰ 24/7 line – 1870 Wellington Ave
Solidarity makes us stronger 💪 #Solidarity #FairDeal #UnionStrong
🕕 OE 987: 6AM–8PM, Mon–Fri – 820-A & 881 Berry St
📅 CUPW: Special line Oct 8, 8AM–12PM – 1199 Nairn Ave
⏰ 24/7 line – 1870 Wellington Ave
Solidarity makes us stronger 💪 #Solidarity #FairDeal #UnionStrong
October 8, 2025 at 2:59 PM
📍 Join the picket lines and show your support:
🕕 OE 987: 6AM–8PM, Mon–Fri – 820-A & 881 Berry St
📅 CUPW: Special line Oct 8, 8AM–12PM – 1199 Nairn Ave
⏰ 24/7 line – 1870 Wellington Ave
Solidarity makes us stronger 💪 #Solidarity #FairDeal #UnionStrong
🕕 OE 987: 6AM–8PM, Mon–Fri – 820-A & 881 Berry St
📅 CUPW: Special line Oct 8, 8AM–12PM – 1199 Nairn Ave
⏰ 24/7 line – 1870 Wellington Ave
Solidarity makes us stronger 💪 #Solidarity #FairDeal #UnionStrong
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In Canada, proposed cuts of 15% across the federal government would have a dramatic effect on already globally decimated research & science.
Join Canada's research and science community and tell PM Mark Carney to preserve the funding promised in 2024.
Send a letter: win.newmode.net/canadianasso...
Join Canada's research and science community and tell PM Mark Carney to preserve the funding promised in 2024.
Send a letter: win.newmode.net/canadianasso...
September 24, 2025 at 1:02 PM
In Canada, proposed cuts of 15% across the federal government would have a dramatic effect on already globally decimated research & science.
Join Canada's research and science community and tell PM Mark Carney to preserve the funding promised in 2024.
Send a letter: win.newmode.net/canadianasso...
Join Canada's research and science community and tell PM Mark Carney to preserve the funding promised in 2024.
Send a letter: win.newmode.net/canadianasso...
Tomorrow is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to honour Survivors, remember the children who never came home, and reflect on the lasting impacts of residential schools. To learn more, visit the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation: nctr.ca/publications....
September 29, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Tomorrow is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to honour Survivors, remember the children who never came home, and reflect on the lasting impacts of residential schools. To learn more, visit the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation: nctr.ca/publications....
Canada Post cuts = less service for Canadians. ✉️ CUPW is on the line 24/7 at 1870 Wellington and picketing the offices of MPs Ben Carr, Terry Duguid, Doug Eyolfson & Kevin Lamoureux today from 10–2. And, OE 987 workers at Park ’N Fly are locked out—pickets at Berry St. Show your solidarity! ✊
September 26, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Canada Post cuts = less service for Canadians. ✉️ CUPW is on the line 24/7 at 1870 Wellington and picketing the offices of MPs Ben Carr, Terry Duguid, Doug Eyolfson & Kevin Lamoureux today from 10–2. And, OE 987 workers at Park ’N Fly are locked out—pickets at Berry St. Show your solidarity! ✊
The Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1505 is holding their 2nd Fill-a-Bus Event in support of the Christmas Cheer Board on Nov. 22, and you can help! Bring non-perishable food items, toys, or warm winter clothing to fill an entire bus! Donations will be distributed by the Christmas Cheer Board.
September 24, 2025 at 3:02 PM
The Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1505 is holding their 2nd Fill-a-Bus Event in support of the Christmas Cheer Board on Nov. 22, and you can help! Bring non-perishable food items, toys, or warm winter clothing to fill an entire bus! Donations will be distributed by the Christmas Cheer Board.
Fall is here and so are the next craft events! Save the dates and enjoy some downtime with your colleagues while you work on your favourite craft.
September 22, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Fall is here and so are the next craft events! Save the dates and enjoy some downtime with your colleagues while you work on your favourite craft.
Next weekend! There’s still time to RSVP for this family-friendly event.
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 27 and plan to come out to Assiniboine Park (Picnic Shelter 3) from 11:30 to 2:00 for the UMFA Fall BBQ. Refreshments and BBQ will be provided. Family members are welcome! RSVP: [email protected].
September 19, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Next weekend! There’s still time to RSVP for this family-friendly event.
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L'APPUSB s'entretient avec Radio Canada pour raconter dans les grandes lignes, à quoi ressemblent 60 heures de négociations intensives.
The APPUSB gives a broad overview at Radio Canada of what 60 hours of intensive negotiations feel like.
The APPUSB gives a broad overview at Radio Canada of what 60 hours of intensive negotiations feel like.
La grève des professeurs est évitée à l’Université de Saint-Boniface | OHdio | Radio-Canada
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September 16, 2025 at 12:19 AM
L'APPUSB s'entretient avec Radio Canada pour raconter dans les grandes lignes, à quoi ressemblent 60 heures de négociations intensives.
The APPUSB gives a broad overview at Radio Canada of what 60 hours of intensive negotiations feel like.
The APPUSB gives a broad overview at Radio Canada of what 60 hours of intensive negotiations feel like.
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It's been almost four weeks since the @dalhousieu.bsky.social lockout of DFA faculty began. Progress has been made. Now, it's time for President Brooks to step in and get the Board to accept what is a fair and reasonable offer by the DFA. Let's get on with the term. #keepdalstrong
September 13, 2025 at 5:30 PM
It's been almost four weeks since the @dalhousieu.bsky.social lockout of DFA faculty began. Progress has been made. Now, it's time for President Brooks to step in and get the Board to accept what is a fair and reasonable offer by the DFA. Let's get on with the term. #keepdalstrong
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The @cautdefencefund.bsky.social flying pickets shared solidarity from across the country as @dalfaculty.bsky.social completed week 3 of being locked out.
It was my sincere privilege to spend the day walking the pickets lines, bringing unwavering support from @umfa-faum.bsky.social
#keepdalstrong
It was my sincere privilege to spend the day walking the pickets lines, bringing unwavering support from @umfa-faum.bsky.social
#keepdalstrong
September 6, 2025 at 7:11 AM
The @cautdefencefund.bsky.social flying pickets shared solidarity from across the country as @dalfaculty.bsky.social completed week 3 of being locked out.
It was my sincere privilege to spend the day walking the pickets lines, bringing unwavering support from @umfa-faum.bsky.social
#keepdalstrong
It was my sincere privilege to spend the day walking the pickets lines, bringing unwavering support from @umfa-faum.bsky.social
#keepdalstrong
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 27 and plan to come out to Assiniboine Park (Picnic Shelter 3) from 11:30 to 2:00 for the UMFA Fall BBQ. Refreshments and BBQ will be provided. Family members are welcome! RSVP: [email protected].
September 4, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 27 and plan to come out to Assiniboine Park (Picnic Shelter 3) from 11:30 to 2:00 for the UMFA Fall BBQ. Refreshments and BBQ will be provided. Family members are welcome! RSVP: [email protected].
July 18, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Hot off the presses!
July 9, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Hot off the presses!