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News and Updates

October 2026 Newsletter

In this edition of CEC’s newsletter, we provide an update on academic part-time and sessional bargaining, sector news, and a benefits update.
News and Updates

August 2026 Newsletter

In this edition of CEC’s newsletter, we provide an update on academic part-time and sessional bargaining, sector news, and a case study on Mandatory Layoff Grievance Referral Requirements.
News and Updates

June 2026 Newsletter

In this edition of CEC’s newsletter, we provide an update on academic part-time and sessional bargaining, improvements to CAAT benefits, and announce a CEC member retirement after 39 years.
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Case Studies

The Consequences of Non-Compliance: Arbitrator Affirms Mandatory Layoff Grievance Referral Requirements

A new arbitration award on academic layoff grievance referrals to arbitration confirms the Union’s obligations to comply with the layoff grievance and referral provisions of the collective agreement.