CONTENTS
Updates
(1) Information for International Student Members
(2) Disputes Resolution Process
(3) CUPE 3903 Hotline Hours
Meetings and Events
(4) Strike Committee Meeting: May 2
(5) Unit 2 Townhall: May 2
(6) Having Difficult Conversations Workshop: May 3
(7) Strike Special General Membership Meeting: May 3
(8) Day of Action in Support of CUPE 3903: May 4
(1) Information for International Student Members
International student members may be interested to know that they should feel free not to pay the balance of their tuition that is usually covered by the International Tuition Offset (ITO) and the union will cover the cost of interest after the strike ends.
For international student members with external scholarships, choosing not to pay is not an option, as York will put this money towards tuition. Members in this situation may be eligible for the Strike Hardship Fund.
(2) Disputes Resolution Process
The Disputes Committee exists to attempt to resolve disputes between members in ways that respect our bylaws and CUPE National’s Constitution, as well as uphold the principles found in our equality statement.
For more information visit the Disputes Resolution page.
(3) CUPE 3903 Hotline Hours
CUPE 3903 Members and members of the York University community seeking information can call the CUPE 3903 Hotline (select hours only).
Hotline hours are updated every week and posted to 3903.cupe.ca.
(4) Strike Committee Meetings: May 2
Strike Committee
Wednesday, May 2
4:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Unifor Local 112
30 Tangiers Rd
This is the main coordinating body for all things strike-related at CUPE 3903. Ideas for picket line strategy? Targets or ideas for creative actions? Want to coordinate some guerrilla communications, flyers, or other media? Strike Committee is the place to do so!
(5) Unit 2 Townhall: May 2
Unit 2 Townhall
Wednesday, May 2
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
CUPE 4400
1482 Bathurst St
By membership request, this Unit 2 Townhall will provide a discussion forum for issues of concern, most importantly our current strike and the status of bargaining.
Please note that townhalls are unofficial meetings.
(6) Having Difficult Conversations Workshops: May 3
Difficult Conversations Workshop
Thursday, May 3
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Unifor Local 112
30 Tangiers Rd
This workshop is designed for folks who either have had a challenging conversation which didn’t go as well as they wanted it to, or have been avoiding that difficult conversation out of concern for what might happen if the conversation doesn’t go well, or have had to respond to a difficult conversation in a way that didn’t make them feel satisfied.
Each session will be capped at 20 people because this is a workshop format and there needs to be enough room for people to ask questions and participate. With that in mind, please let Sara know which sessions you are planning to attend at sarashamdani@gmail.com.
(7) Strike Special General Membership Meeting: May 3
Strike SGMM
Thursday, May 3
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Unifor Local 112
30 Tangiers Rd.
Following the strike policy, Strike SGMMs are held weekly for the duration of the strike. The agenda will include reports from the Executive Committee, Treasurer, Bargaining Team, and Strike Committee, as well as time for motions from the floor and discussion of the direction of the strike.
Doors open at 4:30 pm. Come early to get first dibs on the food!
Please contact Sheila Wilmot at cupe3903.equity.officer@gmail.com if you require ASL interpretation, reimbursement for childcare/caregiver/attendant care, and/or transportation costs for members who are unable to secure Wheel-Trans, or other requests for accommodation.
(8) Day of Action in Support of CUPE 3903: May 4
Day of Action
Friday, May 4
7:30 am – 3:30 pm
All CUPE 3903 picket lines
The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) will hold a Day of Action for CUPE 3903 at York University this Friday, May 4, 2018. We offer a warm welcome to our allies picketing with us on Friday. Spread the word — everyone welcome!