Dear Board members, We are writing to you in response to the year-end statements by Paul Tsaparis, Chair of the York University Board of Governors, and by Rhonda Lenton, President of York University. Mr. Tsaparis’s statement was emailed to faculty members on November 30, 2020. President Lenton’s statement was emailed to community members on December […]
The YusApuY and York University Joint Training Committee acknowledges these challenging and unprecedented times, and are pleased to archive our most recent initiative exclusively for YUSA members: Well-Being During Unprecedented Times. The series consisted of four sessions held over the last six months. Employee & Family Assistance Plan Orientation for YUSA members – with Morneau […]
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All-Candidates meetings are held to provide YusApuY members an opportunity to hear from and ask questions of the candidates seeking election. Read Candidates Statements Here (Download PDF) Please see zoom meeting details below: OFFICERS POSITIONS Tuesday, October 20th, 2020 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. & 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82131497881?pwd=YkVyRm00OUdtaVVkd0NkNkdDVzFtdz09 COMMITTEE POSITIONS Thursday, October 22nd, 2020 […]
Unit 1 Thursday, October 15, 2020 12:00 p.m. to 1:50 p.m. According to the provisions of the YUSA Collective Agreement, you are entitled to a two-hour lunch period for the purpose of attending this meeting. You must register to attend this meeting via zoom. Register using the link below: https://forms.gle/kGLTaNnCUBEwAxT87 The deadline to register is […]
Pandemics involve global grief and uncertainty. Whether we’ve suffered infection, loss or restriction, we’ve been stressed and lessened by factors beyond control. Now there is a possible ‘fall recovery’. Mindfulness provides ways of making peace with body and mind – and gathering strength for what lies ahead. Strong evidence supports beneficial effects on the immune […]
Date: October 5, 2020 Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm We are all facing many changes to our regular routines, in addition to coping with the uncertainties brought upon by the COVID-19 pandemic. In light of this change and unpredictability, it is not surprising that children and youth are showing a range of emotional responses, such […]
Date: September 22, 2020 Time: 12:00 to 1:00 pm When working from home it can feel like day is blending into night. Adequate structure is critical to maintaining a healthy work-life balance. This workshop will discuss stress management techniques and practical strategies to help you balance the competing demands of work and home. We will […]
The YUSA constitution requires that union officers and committee chairs produce a report in May of each year. Download Reports (PDF)
YUSA wants to ensure that when staff and students return to campus that everyone is safe and protected. We don’t want to see anyone contract COVID-19 at York University. We’ve created this infographic with key points that we feel will promote a safe transition for everyone.