Budget cuts to teaching and research threaten academic mission and student successThe UPEI Faculty Association has serious concerns about the priorities reflected in the recently approved 2026–2027 UPEI budget. We believe it represents a fundamental misalignment between UPEI’s stated academic mission and its actual financial commitments, which will have real consequences for students, faculty, and the province as a whole. Cuts to Teaching and ResearchThe approved budget includes both direct and de facto budget cuts to academic units

On March 27th the UPEIFA Executive Committee formally notified the Employer of our intention to negotiate a new Collective Agreement to secure much needed improvements to our working conditions and our students’ learning conditions. As we have done in past rounds, we also made clear our intent to maintain “rotating chairs” at the bargaining table to allow us to bring in subject matter experts as needed. In addition, we made clear that we as reserving our

The FA nominating Committee is accepting nominations for 3 Executive Committee Member-at-Large positions, 2 positions for a two-year term and one position with a one year term. Nominations must be received by the Chair of the Nominating Committee no later than Wednesday, April 1st, 2026. All questions and nominations should be directed to the Nominating Committee Chair: Russell Fraser – (e) [email protected] / (t) 902-620-5183Atlantic Veterinary College 414N Complete the nomination form below and email

On December 5, UPEIFA members unanimously approved the proposed 2026 Bargaining Mandate. We Hear You! In consultations and in the bargaining survey, you made it clear that workplace pressures are rising to critical levels. This round of collective bargaining is the most effective means for addressing these challenges, securing and improving our working conditions, and defending the future of Canadian post-secondary education in our province and beyond. Bargaining Mandate Issues At A Glance Academic Integrity: