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Read the latest news in BC post-secondary education.
Unity a constant theme at 2009 AGM
For the 156 delegates at this year’s AGM, the theme of unity worked its way into much of the debate that took place over the four days of our annual […]
BC Liberals’ “no-show” forces debate cancellation
Organizers for an all candidates debate on post-secondary education issues have been forced to cancel the event because the BC Liberals have declined to participate in the debate. The event […]
Northwest mourns loss of Patti Barnes
Faculty, staff, friends and family are mourning the loss of Patti Barnes, Head Librarian at Northwest Community College, who passed away this week following a battle with cancer. “Patti achieved […]
NDP platform signals new direction for post-secondary education
“Improving affordability and access are two priorities that our Federation wants to see addressed by the major parties in the up-coming provincial election,” said Cindy Oliver, President of the Federation […]
Court Rejects Premier Campbell’s Election Gag Law
There’s a pattern developing in Victoria, but unfortunately our Premier doesn’t seem to see it. The pattern is that Premier Campbell uses aggressive legislative measures that are later found by […]
International Women’s Day: Solidarity and a celebration of women’s rights
For more than a century, the women’s movement has worked to raise awareness and build solidarity for their struggle to secure equality, rights and respect for women. International Women’s Day […]
United Way honours FPSE and Kwantlen Faculty Association
For over 30 years the labour movement has shown tremendous support for communities through a valuable partnership with United Way. On February 26th, the United Way acknowledged the leadership role […]
Latest budget ignores real problems
Change is good. So too is truth. Too bad this year’s provincial budget didn’t have much of either in it. That sentiment pretty much summarizes the reaction of many at […]
Fiscal shell game leaves post-secondary empty handed
“British Columbians were looking for answers in this budget and the Minister is just offering up a fiscal shell game,” said Cindy Oliver, President of the Federation of Post-Secondary Educators. […]
Investment in public education key to economic stimulus, poll shows
An overwhelming majority (86 percent) of British Columbians believe investment in public education should be a key part of any economic stimulus plan in the upcoming provincial budget, said a […]