PSAC mourns the loss of Jack Layton
The Public Service Alliance of Canada mourns the loss of NDP leader Jack Layton and sends its heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. He was a fearless and passionate advocate for social justice on behalf of all Canadians. Over the years, Layton’s advocacy for worker’s rights, equal marriage, universal health care, public transportation [...]
TRAC Executive Committee and Auditors 2011-12
TRAC held its Annual General Assembly on 5 April 2011. We are pleased to announce the 2011-12 TRAC executive committee and autitors, who will take office as of 1 June 2011. The TRAC Executive Committee for 2011-12: President – Ali Halawi Vice-President – Tara Myketiak Secretary-Treasurer – Philippe Villard Mobilization Officer – Vinod Balhra Grievance [...]
Concordia University Inter-Union Council Statement on Governance at Concordia University
January 20, 2011 The recent departures of two consecutive presidents and several senior administrators have led to a loss in confidence in the Board of Governors among faculty, staff and students at Concordia University. The turmoil Concordia is facing today is the predictable result of governance structures and practices that have allowed decision-making to be [...]
UPDATE: Vacation Pay
We have been in contact with HR and they have assured us that if you have not received their 4% over the year will receive it as a lump sum at the end of your contract. 1. Double-check your pay slips to see if your vacation pay has been included in your biweekly paycheque. In [...]
Check Your Pay!
It has come to TRAC’s attention that some Grade 1 TAs have been not been paid their 4%vacation pay. According to the collective agreement, 4% vacation pay must be included in the your regular pay, not at the end of the contract or at any other time. Please check your pay slips to make sure [...]
Notice of November General Assembly
NOTICE OF GENERAL ASSEMBLY Please be advised that a General Assembly of the Teaching and Research Assistants at Concordia, local 12500 of the Public Service Alliance of Canada, has been called for: 12:00pm – 2:00pm 11 November 2010 CSU Lounge 7th Floor, Hall Building 1455 de Maisonneuve O. Metro Guy-Concordia Map 1. Agenda 1. Call [...]
November General Assembly
The October General Assembly did not reach quorum, so TRAC will be holding another General Assembly in November for the purpose of passing new Bylaws, including confirming the amount of dues, approving the budget, and electing auditors. TRAC members will not pay dues until after the November meeting. The documents remain posted to this site: [...]
General Assembly – 15 October 2010
NOTICE OF GENERAL ASSEMBLY Please be advised that a General Assembly of the Teaching and Research Assistants at Concordia, local 12500 of the Public Service Alliance of Canada, has been called for 15 October 2010 at 12:00pm in room MB 2.330, 1450 Guy, Montreal [map]. Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Agenda 3. [...]
Fall 2010 General Assembly
The General Assembly for Fall 2010 has been tentatively scheduled for October 6, location to be announced. On the Agenda will be the ratification of a new set of Bylaws, including the setting of the union dues, and approval of the 2010-11 budget. Note: due to difficulty in booking an appropriate room for 6 October [...]
TA and RA Collective Agreements Ratified
Two tentative Collective Agreements for Teaching Assistants and Research Assistants, respectively, were ratified by members of TRAC at two general meetings today. The Collective Agreements will be put into force for the Fall 2010 term.
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