As we enter the month of June, we have the privilege of celebrating two significant observances that hold profound meaning: National Indigenous History Month and the beginning of Pride season. Celebrating these observances together offers an opportunity to recognize and honor the invaluable contributions, resilience, and ongoing struggles Two-Spirit, Indigiqueer, and Indigenous LGBTQIA+ people.
Get Involved!
General Volunteer Information
The Association is only as strong as its membership, so we count on the time and commitment of our members to achieve our goals.
There are many ways to volunteer and provide service to CUASA. From serving on the executive in a Steering Committee position, to being a Council representative for your unit, or volunteering for one of our standing committees or joint committees with the University.
The Collective Agreement recognizes CUASA work as Service in members’ annual reviews.
Please see below for our current vacancies, and contact the CUASA Office if you’d like to get involved.
CUASA Steering Elections
We are now accepting nominations for the following Steering Committee positions for terms beginning on July 1, 2023 (click on the position title to view the description):
- Vice President
- Salary and Benefits Officer
- Chair, Collective Bargaining (also Chief Negotiator)
- Chair, Internal Affairs
- Chair, Equity
- Chair, Nominations and Elections
Nominations are due to the virtual CUASA Office by Friday, April 28, 2023. All nominations must be made using the form found here (PDF) or here (Word). All nomination forms must include the signatures of the nominee and two Association members as nominators.
Remember that our Association is only as strong as its membership, so we count on the time and commitment of our members to achieve our goals.
Note: The Chair of Collective Bargaining position comes with a substantial teaching release in accordance with Article 18.8 (a) of the collective agreement. Other positions may come with a course release, subject to the availability of funds.
If you have any questions about the positions or the process, please contact us.
Council Vacancies
The Council of the Association is responsible for determining the Association’s policies and bylaws. Council consists of the Officers of the Association and representatives of the academic sub-units of the University.
What would my involvement look like?
- Members are elected for three year terms starting April 1 of each year.
- Would be required to attend monthly Council meetings (Council meets at least six times from September to May) and report back to their sub-units.
Where can I get more information?
- See which units have vacancies here.
- Contact the CUASA Office
Committee Vacancies
Equity Committee
The Committee shall be responsible for:
- Consulting with members, particularly those from equity seeking groups, on equity issues;
- Promoting awareness and understanding of equity issues among CUASA members;
- Working collaboratively with other organizations to address equity issues;
- Representing CUASA on relevant university-level committees pertaining to equity issues; and,
- Working collaboratively with other CUASA committees where equity-related issues arise.
What would my involvement look like?
- Members typically serve three year terms.
- Would be required to attend monthly committee meetings.
Where can I get more information?
- Contact the CUASA Office
Grievance Policy and Administration Committee
The Committee shall be responsible for:
- Directing of the grievance process in consultation with Association staff;
- Developing and recommending to Council policy on grievance handling;
- Approving grievances to be taken to arbitration; and,
- Advising the Collective Bargaining Committee on grievance issues.
What would my involvement look like?
- Members typically serve three year terms.
- Would be required to attend monthly committee meetings.
Where can I get more information?
- Contact the CUASA Office