Joint Benefits Working Group – 2025 Annual Report
Please see this group’s 2025 annual report here.
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Indigenous Awareness Week
Dear Colleagues, We would like to remind you that Indigenous Awareness Week is March 2-6th this year. The University has a large number of exciting events planned, and the list can be found here: IAW Events This year takes on particular importance in the aftermath of the uninvited disruption on our campus earlier in February,
GEDC Statement on Tumbler Ridge Tragedy
It is with collective grief and mourning that we reflect upon the tragedy that occurred in Tumbler Ridge, BC, earlier this week. The heartache of the family, friends, and all members of that small community at this time is unimaginable. The fact that this act was largely perpetrated in a place of learning also brings
GEDC Statement on Disinformation and Freedom of Expression
Dear Members, We were deeply disturbed by the presence of two individuals on campus last week intent on spreading disinformation based on prejudice and hate. We were also encouraged by the overwhelming turnout of students, faculty and staff to protest their presence and disrupt their intentions. At the same time, it is also important to
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ULFA Update on Bargaining Mediation Delays
Dear ULFA Members, We are writing to update you on a significant development in our ongoing collective bargaining with the University of Lethbridge, the Board’s decision to file for mediation, and efforts to find mediation dates. At its core, this is about timing, leverage, and fairness. Why ULFA Requested a Change in Mediator In ULFA
ULFA Update on Collective Bargaining January 23, 2026
It has been over a month since the Board and ULFA negotiation teams last met to work toward a new Academic Staff Collective Agreement. At the most recent bargaining session on December 19, 2025, the ULFA team presented a full response to all items opened in this round that have not yet been agreed upon.
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UofL Board Files for (Formal) Mediation
The lead negotiator for the Board’s negotiating team has filed a request with the Alberta Labour Relations Board (ALRB) for formal mediation. This request was dated Nov. 27, 2025. The ULFA team was informed of this request at 10:30 on Nov. 27, 2025, approximately 3.5 hours before the campus community was informed by email. The
Wear Red for Ed on Thursdays
Join ULFA members as they wear Red for Ed, every Thursday from now on. At a special general meeting last week, ULFA members voted unanimously to support Alberta’s teachers in the conflict with the provincial government by wearing red clothing to work every Thursday beginning November 6. In doing so, we will be joining other unions,
ULFA is Hiring – Organizing & Member Engagement Officer
The University of Lethbridge Faculty Association (ULFA) is seeking to hire an Organizing & Member Engagement Officer. The successful applicant will support efforts to empower members by building networks, engaging under-represented segments of the academic staff and organizing around bargaining, governance, and workplace issues. ULFA is the exclusive bargaining agent for 600 academic staff members at the University of Lethbridge. We exist
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Take Action Now
Dear Colleagues and Supporters, This is a CALL TO ACTION – Please sign and promote this to your members! Send a letter to the University of Lethbridge President and senior leadership and ask them to negotiate a fair deal with ULFA that prioritizes high-quality education and fair working conditions! The University of Lethbridge administration is
