University of Victoria faculty vote to form union
Times Colonist – Jan.24.2014
UVic Faculty and Librarians Approve Certification as a Union
The official results of the certification vote are as follows: Eligible voters: 860 Votes cast: 711 Percentage turnout: 82.67 per cent The question voted upon was: “Do you want the University of Victoria Faculty Association to become a certified union that will represent you in collective bargaining with your employer?” Total ballots: 711 Spoiled ballots: 0 Valid ballots: 711 In favour: 448 Opposed: 263 As a result of the vote, the Faculty Association will be certified as a union under…
Certification Day – December 4, 2013
The Faculty Association will be holding a Certification Day on December 4, 2013. Details are as follows: UVicFa Certification Day Wednesday, December 4th 10:00 am-3:30 pm Student Union Building: Upper Room Just drop by for a morning coffee, lunch, or stay for the day ! · Free coffee/tea and snacks all day! · Pizza lunch/refreshments (11:30-1:00 pm) · Panel discussion: Certification: Why Now? (1-2 pm) · Free UVicFA gift items · SIGN A UNION CARD · DROP OFF A SIGNED…