In The Media

  • [CUPE] Workers set strike deadline at Queen’s University

    The five CUPE bargaining units at Queen’s University – representing approximately 1000 workers including food services, library workers, tradespeople, classroom and laboratory technicians, and custodians and caretakers have filed with the Ontario Labour Relations Board, which makes job action possible on Monday, February 3rd 2025. Read the full CUPE News Release […]

  • [Queen’s Journal] Layoffs announced during Thrive Week raise concerns over employee wellness

    November 29, 2024 ‘Real mental health support in the workplace begins with the stability and security of employment’ University support staff face uncertainty as layoffs coincided with a week dedicated to mental health and wellness on campus. Read the full Queen’s Journal article here.

Press Releases & Statements

November 13, 2024 — Staff face layoffs during ‘Thrive Week’
(Press Release)

October 24, 2024 — Letter to Principal Deane
(Majority Petition)

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