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Curious about CUPE 3903 or our ongoing bargaining at York? 🧐 Let’s talk about it! 🗣️ If you see us at a table in Vari Hall, come by and say hi! 🫶 We’re more than happy to chat with you about how bargaining is progressing and what the big issues are. Get your questions answered! 💫

Five CUPE 3903 members standing behind a table in Vari Hall. The table is adorned with union flyers and apparel.

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Students deserve human instructors. Workers deserve protections from AI. 🤖 Read about how we’re bargaining for: 🧑‍🏫 human-led instruction at York U ❤️ protections against AI job losses 🔐 data privacy & intellectual property rights ✊ choice about whether to incorporate AI in the classroom 💫 and more!

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

The next GMM has lots of big topics: bargaining talk, conciliation vote, committee openings, & more! 😯 Don’t miss it. 🗓️ Thursday, September 24, 1 - 4PM 📍 Hybrid format (online and in-person at the CUPE 3903 Office). Register: cupe3903.org/event/sep-gmm

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

There are 3903 funds to assist members with many monetary needs: childcare, financial insecurity, healthcare, professional development, and beyond! ❤️ Come to this short info session to learn more. 💰 🗓️ Friday, September 18, 3:30PM – 4:30PM 🛜 Online via Zoom! cupe3903.org/event/funds-orientation

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

The Bargaining Team invites all 3903 members to join in on Thursday, September 17 from 10AM – 12PM for a special townhall on bargaining! 🌟 It’ll be held online via Zoom and in-person at the CUPE 3903 Office (143 Atkinson Building). 📍 Share your thoughts: cupe3903.org/event/bargaining-townhall/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

New t-shirts, toques, and tote bags are available for CUPE 3903 members who want to show their spirit! ❤️ A great time to pick up any of these items is on Monday at the next Trans Feminist Action Caucus (TFAC) meeting, happening in hybrid format from 1:30-3:30PM. 🐈‍⬛ cupe3903.org/event/august-tfac

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

TFAC & BIPOC Caucus are hosting a grant workshop: August 11, 12 - 1:30PM! 🤑 It’s open to York U students applying for a government-funded grad student grant & who identify as BlPOC and/or as women, trans, genderqueer, and/or gender variant. Register by Aug. 4: cupe3903.org/event/tfac-bipoc-grants

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

There’ll be lots of important updates at the July GMM! Your vote is needed on some final bargaining proposals, including key health and safety issues. 🗓️ Monday, July 27, 1-4PM 📍 Zoom & CUPE 3903 Office (143 Atkinson) Register now, and we’ll see you there! 🔗 cupe3903.org/event/july-2026-gmm/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Calling all CUPE 3903 members who self-identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Colour!🤗 You are invited to the next BIPOC Caucus meeting! It’s happening 3 - 4:30PM on Thursday, July 23. 🌱 Come discuss upcoming events and priorities! This meeting is virtual. 🛜 cupe3903.org/event/bipoc-july

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Bargaining for Units 1, 2, & 3 starts on Monday, July 6, at 10AM! 📣 It’s hybrid: online via Zoom and in-person at LSB 101. CUPE 3903 practices open bargaining, so if you’re a member, show up! 🌟 Making a strong impression helps us win the contracts we deserve. cupe3903.org/event/bargaining-july-6/

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Bargaining with the Employer - CUPE 3903

All CUPE 3903 members are encouraged to join the Units 1, 2, & 3 Bargaining Team for their first meeting with the Employer! Let’s make a strong impression to start […]

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Your union needs YOU at the next General Membership Meeting to vote on bargaining proposals! 🤗 🗓️ 1-4PM, Thursday, June 25 📍 CUPE 3903 Office (143 Atkinson) & Zoom Register & attend: cupe3903.org/event/june-2026-gmm

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Bargaining has officially started! 🔥 Earlier today, CUPE 3903 served the Notice to Bargain for new Units 1, 2, & 3 collective agreements. We wanted to be sure York got the message! So, we dropped it off at Labour Relations in-person (and emailed too). 🚪 Stay in the know! 🔗 cupe3903.org/bargain

A group of CUPE 3903 SGMM attendees, with flags, pose together in the hallway of York University’s Labour Relations Offices, having just affixed the notice to bargain to their office.

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

The timeframe in which Units 1, 2, & 3 can serve notice to bargaining is approaching very soon. ⌛️ To kick it off, we’re hosting a SPECIAL GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING ✨ 📍 1-4PM, June 10, virtual & York U Keele Campus Come in-person for refreshments & outdoor fun! 🥤🌳 cupe3903.org/event/june-sgmm

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

York University is looking at major cuts to the Writing Centre, which will take essential resources away from the students who need them the most. Tell York to put student success first and immediately stop all plans to make cuts to the Writing Centre! cupe.ca/writingcentre @cupescfp.bsky.social

A red and black graphic with the York Federation of Students, CUPE 3903, and York University Graduate Students’ Association logos and a QR code. The graphic’s text reads: In just one year, York’s Writing Centre held 6045 appointments. 93% of those students say they would come back for more help. They can’t do that if those services aren’t available. Tell York U: Support the Writing Centre! cupe.ca/writingcentre

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

We need YOUR input on bargaining at the May GMM! 🫵 🗓️ Tuesday, May 19, 1-4PM 📍 Zoom & CUPE 3903 Office (143 Atkinson) It’s important to register and attend so that you can vote on proposals that the Bargaining Team has been working on. 🗳️ Have your say 🌟 cupe3903.org/event/may-2026-gmm

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Bargaining is SOON! ☀️ 3903 members are invited to a training that will cover what bargaining is and how we can work together to win good contracts. ⏰ May 20, 11AM-3PM 📍 McLaughlin College 101 There will also be lunch provided! 🥗 RSVP if you can! 🔗 cupe3903.org/event/fighting-for-a-fair-contract

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Come discuss how AI intersects with bargaining, as we collaborate together to figure out how we can make sure new technologies aren’t left unchecked. 🤖 ⏰🛜 Monday, May 4, 1-3PM, Zoom We’ll be talking about choice, data privacy, and more. Don’t miss it! 🌟 cupe3903.org/event/ai-townhall/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

Stewards and committee members deserve celebration! 🌟 To celebrate all your hard work in keeping CUPE 3903 running, we’re inviting you to an end-of-term lunch. 🎉 🍎 12PM, Thursday, April 30 🥒 YUGSA Conference Room (430 First Student Centre). cupe3903.org/event/celebration-lunch

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Drop in to the CUPE 3903 Office and get some work done with fellow members to cheer you on! 😄 Bring whatever you’re working on to 143 Atkinson: grading, dissertation, publications, artistic creations, personal projects. 📚💻 🗓️ Find a time to GET IT DONE: cupe3903.org/calendar

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Craig Saunders @craigsaunders.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

It's #budget2026 day in #Ontario. Here's a chart that shows how the #Ford government is preparing us for future success. For context, Ontario already had the lowest #postsecondary #education funding per student in Canada when Ford took office in 2018.

Graph showing post-secondary education spending per resident aged 18-24 in Ontario. Starts at $11,194 in 2018, dropping to $9,329 projected for 2026, and down to a projected $8,244 in 2028.

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

The CUPE 3903 BIPOC Caucus had their final Carefull Crafting event of the year yesterday! 🪡 Keep an eye on the weekly newsletter and the cupe3903.org calendar for updates about more BIPOC Caucus plans in the spring and summer. 🌷☀️

Four BIPOC Caucus attendees doing crafts together around a table, in active conversation.

A variety of crafting supplies scattered on a table.

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Students & workers UNITED! ✊🪧 CUPE 3903 members were back at today’s Hands Off Our Education Rally to show support for Ontario students facing OSAP cuts and tuition increases. 📢 Education is a right worth protecting!

A crowd at Queen’s Park, with three rally signs visible. The signs read “students & workers UNITED”, “Hands Off Our OSAP”, “Drop Fees Not Bombs”.

Two CUPE 3903 members (one in a CUPE 3903 hat) posing in marshal vests, giving peace signs.

Five attendees from the sociology department smiling and posing, one holding a sign that reads “Working Class Students Deserve Education, Not Debt”.

Two CUPE 3903 members posing at Queen’s Park in front of a crowd, one with a raised fist and wearing a CUPE 3903 hat and one holding a sign reading “SAVE OSAP!”

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

MONDAY: Two CUPE 3903 caucus Annual General Meetings in one day! 🤩 🖤 TFAC AGM: 1-3PM, March 16. ❤️ BIPOC Caucus AGM: 4-5:30PM, March 16. 📍 Both meetings are hybrid, on Zoom and in the CUPE 3903 Office (143 Atkinson). 🐈‍⬛ cupe3903.org/event/tfac-agm-2026/ 🌟 cupe3903.org/event/bipoc-caucus-agm-2026/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

📢 SAVE THE WRITING CENTRE! The Centre is facing major cuts by York’s admin as part of ongoing austerity measures. Reports indicate cuts nearly all impact Unit 2 contract faculty. ⚠️ So many students rely on the Writing Centre for essential writing & learning help. 🔗 cupe3903.org/news/save-the-wc/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Program cuts? 🗣️ SHUT IT DOWN! OSAP cuts? 🗣️ SHUT IT DOWN! CUPE 3903 members showed up today to support students doing a sit-in at York’s Bennett Centre. Ontario students are facing multiple attacks right now that deserve our attention, from tuition hikes to undermining OSAP grants. Solidarity! ✊

A group of people seated on the floor at the Bennett Centre for Student Services, with signs and flags. There is a large banner on the ground reading “Hands Off Our Education”.

A group of individuals seated on the floor, with one holding a sign reading “Austerity Hurts Working Class Students”.

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

CUPE 3903 members have access to leaves and accommodations for support in difficult times. Leaves of absence include sick leave, compassionate leave, bereavement leave, emergency leave, and more. More info about leaves of absence: cupe3903.org/equity-rights/about-leaves-of-absence/

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About Leaves of Absence - CUPE 3903

Several kinds of leaves are available to CUPE 3903 members. You may take a leave if you need time off for conferences, injuries or disabilities, jury duty, bereavement, care-giving, emergencies, […]

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

If you’re a CUPE 3903 member who is feeling impacted by ongoing war and instability around the world, there’s support available for you. ❤️‍🩹 For help with accessing leaves or accommodations, please reach out: equity@cupe3903.org 💌 Your union is here for you.

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

If there’s one meeting you don’t want to miss, it’s the Annual General Meeting! 🤩 ⏰ March 19, 1-4PM 📍 Zoom & MC 214 Register now! 🔗 cupe3903.org/event/agm-2026/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Want to build solidarity with fellow disabled CUPE 3903 members? 😄 Come drop in to the CUPE 3903 Office (143 Atkinson) anytime between 1-4PM on Thursday, March 5! 💫 There will be tea, snacks, and quiet games. 🫖🃏 Chat or just chill in community! 🔗 cupe3903.org/event/disability-caucus-drop-in/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Thanks for sharing! Everyone deserves a safe working environment. ✊

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Let’s plan for bargaining together! 🤝 Stewards’ Council is meeting on Tuesday, February 24, from 10:30AM-12:30PM. 🗓️ The meeting will be hybrid, in the CUPE 3903 Office (143 Atkinson) and on Zoom. All members are welcome! 🔗 cupe3903.org/event/sc-feb-24/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

The CUPE 3903 Office (143 Atkinson) is closed today due to inclement weather. Stay safe, and have a great reading week! 🌨️

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

If you’re looking to get more involved with your union in 2026, this is your sign! 🖤 🌟 Monday, February 23 💫 1:30-3:30PM ✨ CUPE 3903 Office (143 Atkinson) & Zoom All women, trans, genderqueer, and/or gender variant members: we’ll see you there! 🐈‍⬛ cupe3903.org/event/tfac-feb/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

3903’s LMC reps recently renegotiated terms of the Unit 1 Books/Supplies Fund. 📚 Formerly York-managed & restrictive, this fund is now union-managed! It helps offset costs of materials required to perform U1 teaching duties that have not been provided by the CD/hiring unit 🔗 cupe3903.org/funds/bsf

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Bargaining will be heating up soon! 🌡️ CUPE 3903’s bargaining with York has several stages that are important to keep your eye on as a member. Check out this handy thermometer for a guide! 🔗 cupe3903.org/news/bargaining-stages/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

You don’t want to miss this GMM! 👀 BT updates, by-elections news, and more. It will be on February 11, 10AM-1PM; all members are strongly encouraged to attend. 🗓️ Register, and attend virtually or in-person at the CUPE 3903 Office (143 Atkinson)! 🔗 cupe3903.org/event/gmm-feb/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

There’ll also be a special paralegal guest who will address the effects of enrolment blocks for international students. 🌎 (Note: any info provided at the event is for general purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.) 🔗 cupe3903.org/event/open-forum-milestones/

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Open Forum on FGS Regulations: Milestones & Timelines - CUPE 3903

When: Wednesday, February 4th, 2026, 1PM – 3PM Where: YUGSA Conference Room (First Student Centre, 430) and on Zoom (https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87535654913?pwd=ipiaPZhbtHocrVgY84vhP4Gn0dQqgi.1) All abo...

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

We’ll have Q&A & discussion about potential impacts for TA contracts, international students, and students with accommodations. 🗣️ Join the conversation!

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Come out to this upcoming open forum! 📣 At the event, YUGSA & CUPE 3903 members will speak about the context of FGS’ program milestones regulation. ⏰ 🗓️ 1-3PM, Wednesday, Feb. 4 📍 YUGSA Conference Room or Zoom 🍇 Refreshments provided! RSVP: cupe3903.org/event/open-forum-milestones/

A chalkboard-style graphic with the YUGSA and CUPE 3903 logos, plus imagery of a person thinking, speech bubbles, a calendar, a clock, and a QR code to RSVP. The graphic’s text reads: Open Forum on FGS Regulations: Milestones & Timelines. Wednesday, Feb. 4, 1-3PM, YUGSA Conference Room & Zoom. Discussion and info about grad student milestones! Refreshments will be provided!

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to yesterday’s Disability Caucus Meet & Greet (with just a few attendees pictured here)! 😄 We were so glad to chat, snack, commiserate, colour, and think collectively about fostering disability inclusion + community at York. 🖍️🥒

A photo of five CUPE 3903 members sitting around the board room table, which is covered in various items including colouring pages, masks, and beverages.

Eight CUPE 3903 themed colouring pages affixed to the wall, all coloured differently, featuring union flags and striking workers. They are nestled between various union t-shirts, also affixed to the wall.

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Join the CUPE 3903 BIPOC Caucus biweekly on Wednesdays at 1PM in 124 Atkinson for Carefull Crafting! 🧶 Starting January 21, meet fellow Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Colour members for crafts & conversation. 😄 Supplies will be provided, or you can bring your own projects! 🪡

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

The Trans Feminist Action Caucus is your space to connect with fellow woman, trans, genderqueer, and/or gender variant CUPE 3903 members. 🐈‍⬛ Meeting info: 🗓️ Wednesday, January 21 ⏰ 1:30-3:30PM 📍 143 Atkinson & Zoom cupe3903.org/event/tfac-jan/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Notice: This GMM will be moved to virtual only, due to inclement weather. 🛜 The CUPE 3903 office will also be closed that day (January 16). Thank you for understanding, and stay warm + safe out there! ❄️☃️

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Connect with fellow disabled 3903 members! 🌟 📍 CUPE 3903 Office & Zoom ⏰ Drop-in anytime between 2-5PM 🗓️ Friday, January 23 There will be chill activities and light snacks! 🖍️🍓 Please RSVP if you can. More info: cupe3903.org/event/disability-caucus-meet-greet/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Our office at 143 Atkinson is closed today (January 15th) due to the weather! Thank you for understanding. ☃️❄️🌨️

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Welcome back to Stewards’ Council! 🤗 The next SC meeting is Tuesday, January 20, 10:30AM-12:30PM! It’s hybrid on Zoom and in-person at the CUPE 3903 Office. 💫 All members are welcome! 🫶 cupe3903.org/event/sc-jan-20/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

The first General Membership Meeting of 2026 is THIS FRIDAY! 🌟 Start your year off right by registering for this month’s CUPE 3903 GMM, happening on January 16 from 11AM-2PM. 🎇 It’s hybrid as always, on Zoom and in-person. 🔗 cupe3903.org/event/gmm-jan/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

📣 HAVE YOUR SAY! Bargaining surveys for York Teaching Assistants, Contract Faculty, and GAs/RAs are available now. ❤️ These 15-minute surveys will directly influence CUPE 3903’s 2026 bargaining for Units 1, 2, & 3! 📋 Share your input, then share with a friend: cupe3903.org/news/bargaining-surveys/

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CUPE 3903 @cupe3903.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

In recent years, York has been abusing the so-called ‘Hotshot Clause’ in ways that threaten to undermine the ENTIRE system of seniority and encourage arbitrary hiring at the whims of department Chairs. 😡 ☄️ Find out more: cupe3903.org/news/freeze-the-hotshot-clause/

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