Wages have increased under our most recent collective agreement, but that does not mean that your scholarship can be reduced. The university cannot offset TA wage increases by reducing your scholarship. Specifically, Article 16.04 of our collective agreement states the following: The parties recognize and acknowledge the distinct and separate nature of academic financial support that the Employer provides to graduate … Read More
Increase in TA/RA Health Care Spending Account – now expanded to $350 per 24 month period
Collective Bargaining works!!! Under the newly ratified Unit 1 collective agreement, we were able to bargain additional money for our Health Care Spending Account. The Health Care Spending Account (HCSA) enables members to claim a wide range of medical, dental and pharmaceutical expenses not covered (or inadequately covered) by OHIP, UHIP and student extended health plans administered by the GSA and … Read More