Ratification FAQ

Questions relating to the ongoing ratification vote and its consequences. Q: When will the polls open and for how long? A: The polls were open after the conclusion of the Unit-1 Membership Meeting on Friday, February 24 and will reopen … Continue reading

General information about strikes/lockouts

Ten frequently asked questions about strikes/lockouts. 1. What is Unit 1’s history of striking? In the nearly 40 years since TAs have been unionized, Unit 1 has negotiated 17 collective agreements with our Employer (U of T). We’ve gone on … Continue reading

Picket pay/financial assistance FAQ

The ABCs of how the Union ensures that members can make ends meet should we be forced into a strike or lockout position. What will happen to my February paycheque? You will get your February paycheque.  The Administration is legally … Continue reading

Unit 1 Course Instructor FAQ

This document contains information and answers to frequently asked questions about bargaining and a possible CUPE 3902 strike. There are also speaking points for instructors wishing to discuss these matters with their classes. I am a Unit 1 Course Instructor, … Continue reading

Unit 3 FAQ: In the event of a Unit 1 Strike or Lockout

Below, you will find important information about the state of bargaining for Unit 1 (TAs, Course Instructors), what is at stake, and what you can expect in the event of a strike or lockout in February. 1. Status of Negotiations: … Continue reading