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CAUT condemns federal government decision to end funding for First Nations University of Canada: (February 8, 2009) The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) is condemning the federal government’s decision to end funding for the First Nations University of Canada four days after long-called for reforms have been initiated. More...
Ontario college faculty set strike deadline: (February 2, 2010) The union representing faculty at 24 Ontario colleges has announced a strike deadline of February 11, 2010 if the parties cannot reach a settlement on a new collective agreement. More…
CAUT files objection to Google Book Settlement: (January 30, 2010) CAUT has filed an objection in U.S. District Court to the Google Book Search Settlement. The objection alleges that the settlement violates international law, Canadian copyright law, the interests of academic authors, and, privacy rights. More...
Call for solidarity with Haiti: Canadian academics among the victims: (January 20, 2010) CAUT has donated $5,000 to relief efforts in Haiti following the massive earthquake there last week, and is calling on its member associations to contribute and pass the word on to their members. More…
On The Issues
Excellence in Education Journalism — February 15, 2010: Deadline for nominations for the awards for Excellence in Education Journalism recognizing in-depth and thoughtful coverage of Canadian post-secondary education issues. Two awards are offered: one for student media, and the other for reporting in the professional print and broadcast media. More...