Hello ASPA Members,
September 30 is recognized as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. It is a day dedicated to both reflection and action concerning Canada’s history of systemic harm against Indigenous peoples and their cultures. As ASPA members live and work throughout the province of Saskatchewan, including on Treaty 6 territory, Treaty 4 territory, and the… Continue reading
ASPA has won another arbitration for two individual greivors, but in a broader look it reinforces the rights of our members. All three grievances were upheld, and the grievors are to be “made whole” – Arbitrator Koskie has reserved jurisdiction.
Arbitrator Koskie accepted every single one of our arguments: the policy was contrary to the Regulations, the suspensions were disciplinary in… Continue reading
The All-Unions Pancake Breakfast on September 5th, 2024 was a great success, with nearly 600 USask workers from various unions across campus showing up to socialize, chat with Executive members, and enjoy some tasty pancakes and coffee!
We also had nearly 200 people line up to sign the Petition to Make September 30th a Public (Stat) Holiday in Saskatchewan.… Continue reading
Hello ASPA members,
As we celebrate Labour Day on September 2nd, we honour the history and deep importance of this day. The Toronto Printers’ Strike of 1872, a crucial moment in Canadian history, marked the beginning of the fight for better working conditions and workers' rights, eventually leading to the very first Labour Day demonstrations and groundwork for many… Continue reading
Hello my fellow ASPA members! Summer greetings to all of you. My name is Adi (Aditya) Manek and the ASPA executive at the May 2024 executive meeting selected me to take on the role of your president for 2024-2025. I am humbled to be able to serve you as your leader. For 2023-2024, I was one of the two Vice-Presidents… Continue reading
Hello ASPA members,
The month of May is observed as Asian Heritage Month in Canada, recognizing the rich culture and impact of Canadians of Asian descent, including East Asia, South East Asia, South Asia, Western Asia and Central Asia. ASPA acknowledges and celebrates the diverse experiences and contributions of our members of Asian heritage to our union.
Asian Heritage Month… Continue reading
Hello ASPA members,
April 28th is recognized as International Day of Mourning, and is held as a day to remember and honour workers who have been killed due to workplace accidents, made ill by occupational diseases, and injured by unsafe working conditions. ASPA stands together in solidarity with all workers to demand safe workplaces, and renew our commitment… Continue reading
ASPA is pleased to announce the winners of our annual Executive election!
We are pleased to welcome Dawn Giesbrecht, Erica Li-Humen, Evan Potts, John Costa, Julie Maier, and LaVina Watts as our new 2024-2025 team.
Thank you to all our members that took the time to vote in this year’s election. We received 710 votes in total (237 more… Continue reading
NOTICE OF MEETING
ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL ASSOCIATION (ASPA)
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Health Sciences Theatre 1130, E Wing
1:30 pm (Call to order)
Please note: Zoom polls may be used during the meeting. Some devices may need to be updated to view polls.
Click the links below to access documents related to the Annual General Meeting. Continue reading
On February 28, 2024, ASPA went before The Honorable Justice Crooks and successfully argued the application for judicial review was premature and therefore should be dismissed. ASPA has contacted the University to set up a meeting between the parties to discuss the possibilities for damages and your hopeful settlement on this issue. Once those discussions have occurred ASPA will be… Continue reading