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FPSE Statement: From Sorrow to Solidarity
The Federation of Post-Secondary Educators of BC is horrified by the ongoing appalling violence against the Black community in the United States. The images are difficult to take in, but […]
Private post-secondary layoffs continue; union concerned about what comes next
For immediate release: The closure of inlingua Vancouver effective May 29 adds 20 more job losses to a sector already hard-hit by COVID-19. Coupled with job losses or layoffs from […]
On last day of work for inlingua workers, respect and appreciation for their contributions
The private post-secondary sector was disrupted in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, with a dramatic drop in international student enrollment. Today, inlingua Vancouver is closing down, affecting the […]
Day of Mourning | April 28, 2020 | President’s Comment
On Tuesday April 28, working people across the country will mark the Day of Mourning. This is a day to remember those workers who have been injured or killed on […]
FPSE statement on private post-secondary institution layoffs | Immediate Release
Hundreds of BC private post-secondary workers are among those included in Statistics Canada’s unemployment numbers released Thursday, April 9. Already, some private post-secondary institutions have said that they can no […]
Financial Benefits and Assistance Available During the COVID-19 Emergency
This post is a summary of the benefits available to people through the Canadian and BC Governments, including Employment Insurance (EI), the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB), the B.C. Emergency Benefit for […]
FPSE President Terri Van Steinburg | Response to COVID-19
FPSE is acting on a number of fronts to operationalize the guidance and direction from public health authorities in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. FPSE Member Locals have all received […]
Each for Equal: How our Federation is Working for Women's Equity
On March 8, International Women’s Day will be marked around the world with the theme #EachforEqual. In order to truly achieve equality for women, we must achieve gender-equal workplaces and […]
BC Budget Introduces Grant Program for Post-Secondary Students
VICTORIA— The BC government’s 2020 Budget has students and educators celebrating the introduction of an up-front, needs-based student grant program. The BC Access Grant is the first of its […]
FPSE Statement regarding Situation in Wet'suwet'en Territory
The Federation of Post-Secondary Educators is committed to the implementation of the calls to action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and the recognition of the inherent rights stated in […]
