Here are some important reminders for Niagara College students and non-striking employees as full-time Support Staff begin a province-wide strike: For the latest updates and strike FAQ, visit www.niagaracollege.ca/bargaining
All Niagara College classes will continue as scheduled, as the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) has initiated a province-wide strike of full-time support staff. Picketing is expected at all campus entrances, and students and non-striking employees should allow extra time and expect delays entering campus. Updates on the status of all college services will be provided throughout the day. Check back for regular updates and information, and see the FAQ below.
Bargaining continues between Ontario’s 24 publicly funded colleges — including Niagara College — and the Ontario Public Sector Employees Union (OPSEU), which represents full-time support staff. OPSEU has indicated that it will initiate a province-wide strike on September 11 if a deal is not reached. All classes will continue as scheduled in the event of a strike. Students and employees will be notified as soon as a deal is reached or a strike commences. Please...
We’re writing to provide an important update on the status of bargaining between Ontario’s 24 publicly-funded colleges (including Niagara College) and the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU), the union representing full-time support staff. These are employees who provide a wide range of services that support students, including clerical and technical administration, learning supports, academic accommodations and advising and others. Recently, OPSEU provided notice that they will begin a strike on September 11 if a...