The University of Windsor and the Windsor University Faculty Association have reached a new four-year collective agreement.
WUFA represents nearly 1,000 full-time and part-time faculty members, librarians, learning specialists, clinical psychologists and coaches.
The previous collective agreement expired on June 30, 2021. The two sides negotiated and reached an agreement on October 1. The agreement was ratified on October 25 with 89 per cent approval.
"I'm very pleased that through extensive, respectful dialogue and the exploration of ideas, we were able to achieve a transformational four-year collective agreement with our Faculty Association colleagues," said Rita LaCivita, University of Windsor Vice-President, Human Resources. "I am grateful for all of the hard work, dedication and commitment from both sides of the negotiating table that enabled us to make significant change and arrive at an agreement that is satisfactory both to the University and to the faculty members who are so integral to our institution."
WUFA President Anna Lanoszka said contract language around teaching load maximums and the introduction of teaching intensive faculty positions; are particularly significant changes that allow for a more equitable and fairer workplace for all members.
"Overall, the new Collective Agreement strengthens the rights of our members, affords faculty members improvements that facilitate a more research-intensive environment, and it promotes better governance at the University," said Lanoszka.
In addition, specific language regarding equity, diversity and inclusion have been incorporated into the agreement. This includes the removal of gender specific pronouns and EDI considerations in teaching assignments.
