Librarian and Archivist of Canada Resigns On May 15, 2013 Daniel Caron, Chief Librarian and Archivist of Canada, resigned from his post. Caron’s leadership at LAC has been immensely unpopular. He oversaw the introduction of a “modernization” process which led to the cessation of purchased acquisitions, a severe decline in on-site service, a 20% […]
Month: May 2013
Ontario Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA)
Dear Colleagues: Attached you will find an update on Ontario Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) issues prepared by Cathy Lace and Emma Phillips, counsel with Sack, Goldblatt, Mitchell (SGM). As you may recall, OCUFA initially put together briefing and other materials related to the inclusion of Ontario universities under the requirements of […]
CAUT Statement on the International Day against Homophobia & Transphobia
On May 17, the International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia, the Canadian Association of University Teachers recognizes those who have worked tirelessly to combat discrimination, harassment and violence against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transexual, queer and two-spirited (LGBTQ2S) communities. The eradication of homophobia and transphobia is crucial for the realization of an equitable and just society. […]
Solidarity Appeal: Speak out against the intimidation of lecturers in Zimbabwe
Solidarity Appeal: Speak out against the intimidation of lecturers in Zimbabwe (May 8, 2013) CAUT is issuing an urgent solidarity appeal in support of our colleagues with the College Lecturers Association of Zimbabwe (COLAZ). In September 2011, members of COLAZ participated in a peaceful job action to protest pay and working conditions. The […]
OCUFA’s analysis of the 2013 Ontario Budget
Dear Colleagues: Please find attached OCUFA’s analysis of the 2013 Ontario Budget provisions regarding postsecondary education funding and research, and directions for pension reform. 2013 OCUFA Budget Analysis – FINAL Best regards, Mark ——————————————————– Mark Rosenfeld, Ph.D Executive Director Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations 83 Yonge Street, Suite 300 Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5C 1S8 […]
OCUFA’s media release regarding the 2013 Ontario Budget
Dear Colleagues: Please find below and attached OCUFA’s media release regarding the 2013 Ontario Budget, tabled this afternoon. We will also be sending you an analysis of various Ontario Budget provisions in the near future. Best regards, Mark ————————————– 2013.05.02 – OCUFA Release – Ontario Budget 2013 Professors and academic librarians to Premier: It’s time […]