Since fall 2023, the FSA has attempted to keep members up-to-date with the latest happenings on Policy 5401. Our posts can be found through a search of the “5401” tag on our website. Below, Vice President Shannon Kelly summarizes the recent Board of Governors’ decision to approve the proposed changes and outlines next steps. A
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FSA Board and staff members have been meeting with Departments across the Institute to learn more about member priorities for the next round of bargaining. Our representatives are happy to meet with members following the conclusion of a Department meeting or as a standalone chat, usually for 30-45 minutes. Please contact us to arrange a meeting (intended
Read more →A Small But Important Win The journey of Policy 5401 has led to a small win and also raised awareness of a larger issue for the FSA and our members. This policy went very quickly from the revision stage in November to a rushed approval at the Wednesday, March 20, 2024 Education Councial (EdCo) meeting—rushed
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Thank you to the many Departments that wrote to Education Council (EdCo) in response to the employer’s proposed changes to Policy 5401. The FSA is collecting member responses to the policy, and we would like to see yours. If you did not ‘cc’ or ‘bcc’ the FSA on your Department’s response, or if you have recently
Read more →In Summer 2023, the FSA surveyed our members on a variety of topics related our union’s work. This was the fourth edition of what’s become a biennial event, beginning in 2017. The Report is available now in the Member Portal area of our website (login required). Please contact your MEO if you have any questions.
Read more →Thank you to the many members and Departments who sent feedback to Education Council (EdCo) regarding the proposed changes to Policy 5401. By responding decisively, you have made your positions clear on this important policy. This past Monday, the FSA Board of Directors sent its official response to EdCo and BCIT Leadership, summarizing key dimensions
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