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 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.
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....
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.
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
UMFA Craft Day is Friday, July 25 at noon in the UMFA Boardroom. RSVP: [email protected].
July 7, 2025 at 3:16 PM
UMFA Craft Day is Friday, July 25 at noon in the UMFA Boardroom. RSVP: [email protected].
Early Career Academic Meet-and-Greet for new UMFA members on July 9, 7-9 PM at Granite Curling Club Beer Can. Open to ALL UMFA members.
June 23, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Early Career Academic Meet-and-Greet for new UMFA members on July 9, 7-9 PM at Granite Curling Club Beer Can. Open to ALL UMFA members.
The UMFA member family splash pad event is back on Saturday, June 28 at 10 a.m! Bring the kids, enjoy a coffee and a donut, and mingle with your colleagues at the Vimy Ridge Memorial Park spray pad. RSVP: [email protected].
June 16, 2025 at 3:48 PM
The UMFA member family splash pad event is back on Saturday, June 28 at 10 a.m! Bring the kids, enjoy a coffee and a donut, and mingle with your colleagues at the Vimy Ridge Memorial Park spray pad. RSVP: [email protected].
UMFA is offering a second craft day in the month of June! Bring a colleague or two and head to the UMFA office on Friday, June 27 at noon.
RSVP: [email protected].
RSVP: [email protected].
June 10, 2025 at 3:20 PM
UMFA is offering a second craft day in the month of June! Bring a colleague or two and head to the UMFA office on Friday, June 27 at noon.
RSVP: [email protected].
RSVP: [email protected].
The Winnipeg Pride Parade was yesterday, and UMFA was there! Here’s a few pics from the day. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
June 2, 2025 at 3:28 PM
The Winnipeg Pride Parade was yesterday, and UMFA was there! Here’s a few pics from the day. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
If you haven’t been to an UMFA craft day yet, well here’s your chance! If you’re working on a project, bring it along. If you don’t have a project, we have supplies. This is a great opportunity to meet new faces and catch up with familiar ones. June 6 from 12-1 in the UMFA boardroom.
May 27, 2025 at 2:34 PM
If you haven’t been to an UMFA craft day yet, well here’s your chance! If you’re working on a project, bring it along. If you don’t have a project, we have supplies. This is a great opportunity to meet new faces and catch up with familiar ones. June 6 from 12-1 in the UMFA boardroom.
Save the date! The UMFA Annual General Meeting takes place Monday, May 12 at 2:00 p.m. in Marshall McLuhan Hall.
April 11, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Save the date! The UMFA Annual General Meeting takes place Monday, May 12 at 2:00 p.m. in Marshall McLuhan Hall.
The next UMFA Craft Day is April 29 at 11:30 in the UMFA boardroom. RSVP to [email protected].
April 7, 2025 at 3:15 PM
The next UMFA Craft Day is April 29 at 11:30 in the UMFA boardroom. RSVP to [email protected].
The deadline for nominations for UMFA awards is Monday, April 7 at 4:00 p.m. Details about each award and information on how to submit nominations is on the UMFA website: www.umfa.ca/news/219-202....
April 4, 2025 at 3:01 PM
The deadline for nominations for UMFA awards is Monday, April 7 at 4:00 p.m. Details about each award and information on how to submit nominations is on the UMFA website: www.umfa.ca/news/219-202....
Join us for UMFA Craft Day! 🎨 Take a break, get creative, and enjoy a fun afternoon with your colleagues. Friday, March 28 at 1:30 in the UMFA Boardroom. All skill levels welcome! Bring any creative projects you're working on. RSVP: [email protected] #UMFACraftDay #CreativeBreak #Handmade
March 18, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Join us for UMFA Craft Day! 🎨 Take a break, get creative, and enjoy a fun afternoon with your colleagues. Friday, March 28 at 1:30 in the UMFA Boardroom. All skill levels welcome! Bring any creative projects you're working on. RSVP: [email protected] #UMFACraftDay #CreativeBreak #Handmade
After UMFA's longest round of bargaining in recent history, the new Collective Agreement has been ratified!
March 14, 2025 at 4:54 PM
After UMFA's longest round of bargaining in recent history, the new Collective Agreement has been ratified!
The ratification vote is happening today! Locations: Fort Garry Campus, University Centre, lower level by the food court: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Bannatyne Campus, Brodie Atrium: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
March 13, 2025 at 1:36 PM
The ratification vote is happening today! Locations: Fort Garry Campus, University Centre, lower level by the food court: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Bannatyne Campus, Brodie Atrium: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.