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Hi everyone,

Chris here, the Vice-President Internal of CUPE 3913 – your Union representing Teaching Assistants and Sessional Lecturers at the University of Guelph.

Above you'll find the link to the CUPE 3913 newsletter for April! The newsletter features the following topics:

• Election results
• Spring Membership Meeting and budget revisions: link to the recording and announcement of adjustments to our budget revisions
• 2023 is a bargaining year: what does that mean?
• Members in Good Standing: why you should become one now
• Perks survey: your opportunity to let us know how we can help you with discounts from stores on a range of items!
• Upcoming social – paint night: brushes, paint, and canvases provided!
• Benefits: know your benefits and claim up to $600/$1000 (Unit 1/Unit 2)
• Discrimination & Harassment: there are many ways we can help!
• Get to know your Union: Jeff Cornelissen, Labour Relations Coordinator
• Special Discounts for CUPE 3913 members: car and home insurance, Ford & Lincoln vehicles
• Student Wellness Support Resources
• Contact information

If you have any questions, you can simply reach out to me by replying to this email!

Cheers,
Chris

Hi everyone,
 
Chris here, the Vice-President Internal of CUPE 3913 – your Union representing Teaching Assistants and Sessional Lecturers at the University of Guelph.
 
Above is the link to the CUPE 3913 newsletter for March! This month is extremely important for CUPE3913, as elections take place. We will enter the bargaining process with the University soon to improve your rights, benefits, and pay, so this election is really impactful for you. Therefore, please review the election material (you can find more information in the newsletter) and use your right to vote!

The newsletter features the following topics:

• Elections: voting dates, candidate statements, and Q&A answers
• Emergency Financial Assistance Fund: TAs can claim up to $500
• Members in Good Standing: why you should become one now
• Spring Membership Meeting: date, topics, and Zoom link
• Anonymous dropbox for International TAs: submit any questions, comments, or concerns to CUPE 3913
• Tabling: find us in the UC
• Benefits: know your benefits and claim up to $600/$1000 (Unit 1/Unit 2)
• Discrimination & Harassment: there are many ways we can help!
• Special Discounts for CUPE 3913 members: car and home insurance, Ford & Lincoln vehicles
• Student Wellness Support Resources
• Contact information

 
If you have any questions, you can simply reach out to me by replying to this email!

Cheers,
Chris

Hi everyone,

Chris here, the Vice-President Internal of CUPE 3913 – your Union representing Teaching Assistants and Sessional Lecturers at the University of Guelph.

Above is the link to the CUPE 3913 newsletter for February! The newsletter features the following topics:

• Upcoming elections: interested in running for a position?
• Tabling: find us in the UC
• Members in Good Standing: why you should become one now!
• Emergency Financial Assistance Fund: TAs can claim up to $50
• Townhall for International Students
• Anonymous dropbox for International TAs: submit any questions, comments, or concerns to CUPE 3913
• Membership Off-Campus Perks Survey
• Benefits: know your benefits and claim up to $600/$1000 (Unit 1/Unit 2) & information on address change and the login portal
• Discrimination & Harassment: there are many ways we can help!
• Get to know your Union: Dr. Kyle Novak, Unit 2 Steward
• Special Discounts for CUPE 3913 members
• Student Wellness Support Resources
• Contact information

Cheers,
Chris

Hi everyone,

Chris here, the Vice-President Internal of CUPE 3913 – your Union representing Teaching Assistants and Sessional Lecturers at the University of Guelph.

Above is the link to the CUPE 3913 newsletter for January! The newsletter features the following topics:

• Winter membership meeting: January 26th at 7 PM!
• Upcoming elections: interested in running for a position?
• Emergency Financial Assistance Fund: TAs can claim up to $500
• Membership handbook: know your rights
• Tabling: find us in the UC
• Membership Off-Campus Perks Survey
• Members in Good Standing: why you should become one now!
• Anonymous dropbox for International TAs: submit any questions, comments, or concerns to CUPE 3913
• Appointments for Sessional Lecturers: important information
• Red flags for TAs
• Benefits: know your benefits and claim up to $600/$1000 (Unit 1/Unit 2) & information on address change and the login portal
• Discrimination & Harassment: there are many ways we can help!
• Get to know your Union: Dr. Chris Hempel, Vice-President Internal
• Special Discounts for CUPE 3913 members
• Student Wellness Support Resources
• Contact information

The Executive of CUPE 3913 wishes all members a successful start into the new semester!

Cheers,
Chris

Hi everyone,

Chris here, the Vice-President Internal of CUPE 3913 – your Union representing Teaching Assistants and Sessional Lecturers at the University of Guelph.

Above is the link to the CUPE 3913 newsletter for December! The newsletter features the following topics:

• Statement on Bill 28 and the CUPE 3906 strike at McMaster University
• Bargaining next year: updates and survey
• International TA Townhall meeting: the recording is up
• Upcoming elections: information for anyone interested in running for a position
• Emergency Financial Assistance Fund: TAs can claim up to $500
• Membership Off-Campus Perks Survey: your chance to tell us which offcampus perks you'd like to receive in the future
• Benefits: know your benefits and claim up to $600/$1000 (Unit 1/Unit 2) & information on address change and the login portal
• Members in Good Standing: why you should become one now!
• Discrimination & Harassment: there are many ways we can help!
• Get to know your Union: Dr. Scott Duchesne, President
• Special Discounts for CUPE 3913 members
• Student Wellness Support Resources
• Contact information

The Executive of CUPE 3913 wishes all members a successful exam period and a restful holiday season!

Cheers,
Chris

Hi everyone,

Chris here, the Vice-President Internal of CUPE 3913 – your Union representing Teaching Assistants and Sessional Lecturers at the University of Guelph.

Above is the link to the CUPE 3913 newsletter for November! The newsletter featurest he following topics:

• Bargaining Survey: your chance to provide us with insights into your thoughts and priorities for next year’s round of bargaining
• Wanted: Election Officer: with an honorarium
• Membership Off-Campus Benefit Survey: your chance to tell us which off-campus discounts you'd like to receive in the future
• COFFEE & CUPE 3913: find our table at the UC on November 9th and 23rd
• Emergency Financial Assistance Fund: TAs can claim up to $500
• Feeling unsafe at work? Info on the refusal of work
• Know your benefits: claim up to $600/$1000 (Unit 1/Unit 2)
• Office Space & Use of Facilities: the University is required to provide you with everything you need to do your work – free of charge. More info below.
• Members in Good Standing: why you should become one now!
• Discrimination & Harassment: there are many ways we can help!
• Get to know your Union: Alexis Fabricius, Vice-President External
• Special Discounts for CUPE 3913 members
• Student Wellness Support Resources
• Contact information

Enjoy the rest of your week 🍂

Cheers,
Chris

Hi everyone,

Chris here, the Vice-President Internal of CUPE 3913 – your Union representing Teaching Assistants and Sessional Lecturers at the University of Guelph.

Above is the link to the CUPE 3913 newsletter for October! The newsletter contains info about open positions, benefits, upcoming events, the Emergency Financial Assistance Fund, exclusive CUPE 3913 discounts, and more. 

Enjoy the rest of your week 🍂

Cheers,
Chris

Hi everyone,

Chris here, the Vice-President Internal of CUPE 3913 – your Union representing Teaching Assistants and Sessional Lecturers at the University of Guelph. Welcome to the new semester! I hope you all have a great start into F22.

Above is the link to the CUPE 3913 newsletter for September! This newsletter is especially relevant for NEW TAs as it gives you guidance regarding your rights, dos and don'ts, and red flags for TAs. Be sure to check it out! The newsletter also contains info about upcoming events, the Emergency Financial Assistance Fund (money is waiting for you), exclusive CUPE 3913 discounts for Ford, Lincoln, and insurances (more money is waiting for you), and more. 

Enjoy the rest of your week ☀️

Cheers,
Chris

Hi everyone,

Chris here, the Vice-President Internal of CUPE 3913 – your Union representing Teaching Assistants and Sessional Lecturers at the University of Guelph! I hope you all had a great long weekend.

Above is the link to the CUPE 3913 newsletter for August! Check it out to learn more about upcoming events, the Emergency Financial Assistance Fund (money is waiting for you), exclusive CUPE 3913 discounts for Ford, Lincoln, and insurances (more money is waiting for you), and more!

Enjoy the rest of your week ☀️

Cheers,
Chris