ASPA Updates

Common Grounds Update

September 26, 2025 | ASPA Updates

Thank you to everyone who participated in our first Common Grounds coffee gathering of the year. This event served as a pilot to gauge member interest—and we’re thrilled that the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive!

We welcomed 29 members to Louis’ Loft during the morning session, who stayed to connect and engage with one another while enjoying a beverage… Continue reading

Upcoming Event: Common Grounds 2025

September 23, 2025 | ASPA Updates

Hello ASPA Members,

Do you like to stay engaged with the union, want to connect with colleagues, or maybe you have a few questions for our Member Services Officer. Please join us for the first Common Grounds event!

This will be held at Louis’ Loft from 10am-11am and again from 2pm-3pm. This is a come and go as you please… Continue reading

Scoops of Solidarity Update

September 23, 2025 | ASPA Updates

In August, ASPA’s Engagement Committee proudly delivered “Scoops of Solidarity” to members across the Saskatoon, Prince Albert, and Regina campuses, as well as the Calgary Hub.

Thanks to the incredible efforts of our dedicated volunteers, we were able to scoop ice cream to more than 500 ASPA members. We hope you had an opportunity to enjoy a refreshing treat and… Continue reading

2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM)

April 4, 2025 | ASPA Updates

Please reserve some time in your schedule to join us for the 2025 ASPA Annual General Meeting (AGM), and for a post-AGM social event.

The AGM is your chance to learn more about ASPA’s operations in the last year, find out who will make up the Executive Committee in the 2025-2026 term, and to ask questions of ASPA leadership.… Continue reading

2025 List of Executive Nominations with Biographies

April 1, 2025 | ASPA Updates

The following individuals have been nominated to join the ASPA Executive Committee in the 2025-2026 term. Please review the bios below.

Information on how ASPA members can vote will be shared via email, with the successful nominees being announced at the 2025 ASPA Annual General Meeting (AGM).

Year Joined the U of S: 2022
Clinical Pharmacist - USask Chronic Pain… Continue reading

Save the Date: 2025 AGM

March 21, 2025 | ASPA Updates

The AGM is your chance to learn more about ASPA’s operations in the last year, find out who will make up the Executive Committee in the 2025-2026 term, and to ask questions of ASPA leadership. More information will be sent closer to the date (including a Zoom link, financial reports, and an agenda).

In solidarity,

The ASPA Executive Continue reading

2024-2025 ASPA Tuition Reimbursement Fund is now open

March 20, 2025 | ASPA Updates

It is that time of year again! Immediate family of ASPA members who are registered students at the University of Saskatchewan can apply for consideration under the Tuition Reimbursement Fund (TRF). See the following for more information on eligibility and how to apply.

Who is Eligible for the ASPA TRF?

The Eligibility Criteria (according to §12.12.1 of the Collective… Continue reading

Recap: ASPA Winter Social 2025

March 10, 2025 | ASPA Updates

It was great to see everyone out on February 20th for the 2025 ASPA Winter Social!

The event provided ASPA members an opportunity to forget the frigid cold and enjoy the warmth of good company, catch up with some familiar faces, and even meet new acquaintances. A big thank you to Culinary Services and Marquis Hall staff who… Continue reading

Join the ASPA Executive! Call for Nominations!

February 10, 2025 | ASPA Updates

Please consider putting your name forward to join the ASPA Executive. Completed Nominations are due on Friday, March 14, 2025, at Noon

ASPA Annual General Meeting

The 2025 ASPA Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held mid-April (details to be determined).

At the AGM, five (5) ASPA Executive positions will need to be filled by election or acclamation.

We are… Continue reading