THE
AUFA PRESIDENT COMMUNICATES
One for all, and all
for one.
It’s been a busy term! While the actual signing
of the part time CA has been delayed, both part time and full time members of
the AUFA have already ratified separate motions to combine the two bargaining
units so that the AUFA will be one Association with one bargaining unit. As we go forward on this decision, we shall
need to keep a steady eye on the common interest we share as a faculty
association. My own belief is that an attitude of “one for all and all for one”
will strengthen us in whole and part.
I am also encouraged by the recent vote of
confidence in the leadership of the Executive.
It is a hard working Executive – we have met often this term, with every
meeting lasting more than two hours.
Next term will be just as busy, as we work
toward integrating the part time and full time collective agreements, as well
as continue to prepare for negotiating the 11th Collective
Agreement. Roundtables are underway. It
is important for individual members to attend these so that their voices can be
heard as we decide on our bargaining priorities and strategy.
Best wishes for the holiday season and for the
new year!
Vernon Provencal