Tomorrow marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. It is a time to recognize the intergenerational harm caused by the residential school system that continues to impact Indigenous families and communities. There will be a commemorative gathering on Parliament Hill from 1:00 – 2:30pm. We encourage members to wear orange shirts and participate. Those interested can join CUASA and the Ottawa and District Labour Council (ODLC); we will be meeting outside the Labour Council office (280 Metcalfe Street) at 12:30pm and walking together to Parliament Hill.
Membership Form
All full-time faculty, instructors, and professional librarians are automatically members of the CUASA bargaining unit. This means members pay dues to CUASA, and we bargain on their behalf with the University. Bargaining unit members also are allowed to participate in strike votes to decide if a strike is possible, or ratification votes to approve a new collective agreement.
All new bargaining unit members are sent a welcome letter on hire and are invited to fill out a membership form.
Completing a membership form gives bargaining unit members full rights as members of the Association, meaning these members also have a say in how CUASA operates. Association members can attend membership meetings, put forward motions from the floor, vote on motions, approve the annual budget, serve on CUASA Council, Steering, or one of our standing committees, and have an overall say in the workings of the Association.
If you haven’t filled out your membership card form, or aren’t sure if you’ve completed one in the past, please do so using the form below.
