Asbestos is a known carcinogen. Studies have shown that both one-time and long-term exposure can lead to asbestos-related diseases. Today, more than 40 countries have banned asbestos because of the danger it poses to human health.
The Canadian Association of University Teachers joins with unions and employee associations across Canada in marking the 26th National Day of Mourning for workers killed or injured on the job.
To celebrate Earth Day, the Canadian Association of University Teachers urges you to join millions around the globe and participate in the March for Science.
In 2012 Statistics Canada cancelled its long established University and College Academic Staff Survey (UCASS) due to budget cuts imposed by the federal government. Equivalent salary data is now being collected voluntarily by the National Faculty Data Pool (NFDP) based at Western University.