CAUT Press Release (Ottawa – July 5, 2019) The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) is raising concerns about academic freedom at the Maritime College of Forest Technology in New Brunswick following the recent dismissal of two teachers. Wildlife biologist
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Elections for AUNBT Executive: First Call for Nominations
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FT Membership Vote Today and Tomorrow: proposed changes in life insurance
The vote on the University’s proposed changes to the life insurance benefit takes place on February 14 and February 15: Fredericton: (IUC Science Library, Room 112) 9am-4pm Saint John: (Hazen Hall, Room 7A) 9am-4pm Moncton: (55 Lutz Street, Room 134) 9am-4pm
Request for Feedback on Presidential Search
Dear AUNBT member: Over the last several weeks, AUNBT has received correspondence from members raising concerns about the processes that were recently followed for the selection of the incoming UNB President. While that process is now complete, we feel that it is
FT Membership Vote: proposed changes in life insurance
Dear AUNBT member: As you recall from our earlier messages on November 19 and January 7, the University is considering a significant change in the life insurance component of the fringe benefits plan for various employee groups, including the AUNBT full-time group. Article 35.04
FT members: Arbitration re 32F Parental Leave
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AUNBT Comments on Presidential Search
Dear AUNBT member: Members have expressed concerns regarding the presidential search process as described in the January 8 message from the Joint Nominating Committee (JNC) and have asked AUNBT to comment. Privacy concerns of any candidate recommended by the Joint
UNB HR responses to life insurance
Dear AUNBT member: This is a reminder that the University is considering a significant change in the life insurance component of the fringe benefits plan for various employee groups, including the AUNBT full-time group. The proposed changes in the life
Reminder: Fall General Meeting December 7, 2018
AUNBT Fall General Meeting Friday, December 7, 2018 @ 10:00 am Wu Center Auditorium, Fredericton Campus Hazen Hall 225, Saint John Campus [Agenda attached to the email sent to members on 30 November 2018.] More materials will be distributed as