Strengthen our community: get involved in your union and make a difference together!
Getting involved in your union is crucial: It empowers you to have a voice in decisions that affect your workplace, ensuring fair treatment, better working conditions, and equitable policies. By actively participating, you contribute to a stronger collective voice that can negotiate for improved benefits, wages, and job security. Additionally, union involvement fosters solidarity among colleagues, creating a supportive network for addressing concerns and advocating for shared interests. Ultimately, being part of your union protects your rights and strengthens the foundation for a more just and inclusive work environment. If you're a faculty member, union involvement counts towards service requirements.
Put your name forward, and get involved!
Check out the vacancies below, then fill out the Expression of Interest form.
Expressions of interest will be voted in at the following Executive Committee meeting. Once determined, meeting dates are posted on the FSA Events Calendar. If more than one name is received for the same position before the next executive meeting, an election and electronic ballot will be sent to the membership. If you have questions, email [email protected].
Positions Available
STEWARDS
- Staff Steward, 1 vacancy (term: ending September 30, 2027)
- Faculty Steward, 1 vacancy (term: ending September 30, 2027)
UFV-FSA JOINT COMMITTEES
- Joint Early Intervention Support Program (JEISP) committee, 1 vacancy (term ending May 31, 2027)
EXTERNAL COMMITTEES
- Fraser Valley Labour Council, 9 delegates (term ending May 31, 2027)
Position Descriptions
Positions are normally up for election at our annual general meeting, typically held in late April or sometime in May. Any ongoing vacancies after the annual elections will be listed on this page. Terms are for two years unless indicated.
EXECUTIVE
Executive officers attend Executive and relevant committee meetings, make regular reports to the executive and membership, and submit articles for Words and Vision, the FSA newsletter. Complete executive job descriptions can be found in section 5 (page 7) of the Constitution and Bylaws.
Executive positions go through a call for nominations and an election period at the FSA Annual General Meeting. Vacancies and election information are posted here: www.ufv-fsa.ca/general_meetings_and_elections.
STEWARDS
Stewards represent fellow members under the guidance of the Grievances Vice-President and promote union awareness and values in the workplace. Stewards communicate union news, policies, and directives to members in their area. Read the Steward Policy.
FSA COMMITTEES
Volunteering on FSA committees is vital for amplifying a variety of voices and fostering a strong sense of community in our union. Whether your involvement is related to bargaining, social justice, member engagement, or something else, it'll offer you personal growth and networking opportunities through active involvement.
UFV-FSA JOINT COMMITTEES
Through joint committees, representatives from the FSA and the employer work collaboratively to address issues together. Representing your fellow workers as an FSA member on a joint committee empowers you to shape your workplace and ensure safety and fairness for all employees.
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Joint Early Intervention Support Program (JEISP) committee
The Joint Early Intervention Support Program (JEISP) is a confidential, proactive return-to-work program, fully supported by the university and your union. Read the JEISP General Information and Principles.
EXTERNAL COMMITTEES
Union leadership in the greater community is crucial because it strengthens solidarity among members and enhances the union's influence in advocating for broader social and economic justice issues. It also fosters alliances with other organizations, amplifying collective voices and promoting positive change beyond the workplace.
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Fraser Valley Labour Council, 9 delegates
The Fraser Valley Labour Council (FVLC) is an action-oriented group comprised of local unions working together across sectors. The FVLC serves the communities of the Fraser Valley and Canyon, including Mission, Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Agassiz, Harrison, Hope, Lytton, and Boston Bar. Learn more about the Fraser Valley Labour Council.