The Labour Relations Code requires AUFA and AU to assess whether any of the work performed by AUFA members constitutes an essential service. If so, AUFA and AU must conclude an essential services agreement (ESA).
In December, AUFA’s executive appointed an ESA Negotiating Committee comprising Bob Barnetson, Susan Cake, Jason Foster, and Richard Roach. This blog post is the first step in consulting AUFA members about an ESA.
Read MoreLast week, AUFA, AUPE, and CUPE signed a letter to AU supporting fair wages for graduate students.
Presently, the hourly rate of Research Assistants at AU is $18.50 (master’s) and $20.50 (doctoral). The provincial average is $35.63.
RAs at AU have not received a pay increase since 2013. After four years of bargaining with the Athabasca University Graduate Students’ Association, AU continues to demand a wage freeze until at least 2027.
Read MoreAt the November 30, AUFA general meeting, the AUFA executive agreed to look into extending the age limit at which members can no longer make contributions to the Universities Academic Pension Plan (UAPP).
Read MoreBargaining will begin again soon, the collective agreement between AUFA and the Board of Governors expires on June 30, 2024 and will remain in place until a new agreement is reached. As we begin this new cycle of bargaining with AU, membership perspective is key. This post describes the process and timeline for bargaining and how members are involved.
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