On January 15, 2022, °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ (°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳) was pleased to announce that it had come to terms on a four-year collective agreement with the °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ Faculty Association (°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳FA).
This page is used to provide regular updates during active collective bargaining periods. °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ respects the bargaining process and is committed to keeping the university community informed throughout the process of working towards a collective agreement.
Information shared here will align with both the collective bargaining process, and our obligations and responsibilities under the and .
Frequently Asked Questions
What is collective bargaining?
Universities across Canada have collective agreements with their faculty and collective bargaining is the process under which the negotiation of these agreements takes place. Engaging in collective bargaining regularly is a routine component of labour relations.
The labour relations and collective bargaining of Alberta’s post-secondary institutions is guided by the and .
What is a collective agreement?
A collective agreement is a written contract between an employer and union that contains the terms and conditions of employment (e.g. salary and benefits, responsibilities, etc.) that apply to all members of the group of employees represented by the union.
Who is the collective agreement between?
At °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳, our collective agreement is with the Concordia University College of Alberta Faculty Association (CUCAFA), which represents the interests of °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳’s probationary and permanent faculty members, professional librarians, laboratory instructors and field placement coordinators.
How does collective bargaining begin?
To begin the collective bargaining process, at least one party must give notice. The parties then set up dates to exchange and negotiate proposals. The current collective agreement at °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÂÛ̳ expires June 30, 2025.
Who can I contact with questions related to collective bargaining?
For more information about collective bargaining, please contact collectivebargaining@concordia.ab.ca.