Contract Academic Staff - they publish, mentor, innovate - all on precarious contracts. More than 80% of CAS surveyed consider their work vital to their university’s mission. Let’s treat it that way. #FairEmploymentWeek#ANSUTstandswithCAS@caut.bsky.social @dalfaculty.bsky.social@cupe3912.bsky.social

It’s #FairEmploymentWeek & @cupe3912.bsky.social are on strike seeking: fair employment. CAS research, build community & teach. Yet over half juggle multiple contracts to make ends meet. Imagine the potential if their work was valued with fair pay & stability. #MakeItFair#ANSUTstandswithCAS

Behind every inspired student is a dedicated educator. Contract academic staff teach up to 50% of undergrad courses in some faculties, shaping the future despite uncertain working conditions. Let’s value their contributions. #ANSUTstandswithCAS @dalfaculty.bsky.social @cupe3912.bsky.social

Contract faculty bring the world into the classroom — with research expertise, fresh perspectives, and lived experience. Yet more than 60% lack job security beyond a single term. Fair work for them means stronger education for everyone. #FairEmploymentWeek #MakeItFair #ANSUTstandswithCAS

Every year, contract academic staff teach thousands of students, & bring passion, expertise, & innovation to university classrooms. Nearly one-third of faculty appointments in Nova Scotia are on short-term contracts—but their impact is lasting. #MakeItFair #ANSUTstandswithCAS

Panel discussion to support contract academic staff - Oct 20. CAS across Canada face precarity. Find out what's happening in NS, w/research & solidarity. Full panel now confirmed. Register-ansut.ca @caut.bsky.social @cupe3912.bsky.social @stfxaut.bsky.social @msvufa.bsky.social @cbufa.bsky.social

Join us online on Mon., Oct 20 for a panel discussion highlighting and celebrating contract academic staff. Register: ansut.ca @msvufa.bsky.social @stfxaut.bsky.social @astfassoc.bsky.social @cbufa.bsky.social @dalfaculty.bsky.social @cupe3912.bsky.social @smufu.bsky.social @caut.bsky.social

Join the rally today (Aug 29) at noon at Killam Library, and send @dalhousieu.bsky.social the message that their B0G needs to bargain fairly. Students, staff and faculty deserve it.

APPBUSA is working hard to get their employer (Université Sainte-Anne) back to the table. Send a letter (appbusa.ca) today to show your support. @caut.bsky.social @msvufa.bsky.social @stfxaut.bsky.social @cbufa.bsky.social @acadiafaculty.bsky.social @astfassoc.bsky.social @cupe3912.bsky.social

Happy to be there representing 1300+ of those unionized workers. #KeepDalStrong

@dalfaculty.bsky.social wants to negotiate.
@dalhousieu.bsky.social BoG walked away from conciliation & called a lockout while faculty were still voting on their offer. ANSUT stands in solidarity with colleagues at the DFA. #KeepDalStrong

Every letter matters. Over 100 people have sent letters so far to AST admin to urge them to present a fair offer. Show your support for @astfassoc.bsky.social - send a letter today! www.astfa.ca/2025/support...
@stfxaut.bsky.social @msvufa.bsky.social @cbufa.bsky.social @acadiafaculty.bsky.social

Faculty at Atlantic School of Theology (@astfassoc.bsky.social) could strike July 1. Time is running out & they need our help.
📢 Send a letter to the AST Board & admin today urging a fair deal at conciliation on June 30.
✉️ Letter tool & details: astfa.ca/2025/support-astfa/
#FairDealForASTFA #NSPSE

Today we join employers throughout Nova Scotia and across the country in observing the National Day of Mourning, an important reminder of the need to reduce the human devastation that results from unsafe workplaces. dayofmourning.ns.ca

Nova Scotia has proposed legislation increasing political interference in universities.

We know that the majority of Canadians don't support political interference in research and education.

We need these freedoms.

#StopNSBill12: www.ansut.ca/bill-12/

Nova Scotia has proposed legislation increasing political interference in universities. Political interference in education isn’t just an American phenomenon. It’s alive and well in Canada too. Politicians should not dictate the priorities of universities. STOP BILL 12 - www.ansut.ca/bill-12/

Best wishes for a happy holiday, from the Council and Staff at @ansut.bsky.social. May the magic of the holidays bring you peace, love and happiness.

Healthcare is a hot topic during this election. NS universities need strong core funding to help educate healthcare providers & researchers in fields like immunology, microbiology, pharmacology, neurobiology, molecular medicine, and many more. @CAUT_ACPPU @cfsns @MSVUFA @StFXAUT @aufa @cbufa

Education should not be a luxury. With cost of living, affordable housing, & healthcare top of mind this election, many students & faculty struggle too. Nova Scotia’s students & faculty need increased gov’t investment in our universities.
@cupe3912.bsky.social