Acadia faculty union announces strike deadline of Nov. 27

the table in order to do that,” said Brickner.

Responses from student union, university

University spokesperson Dr. Jeff Banks has commented on the situation, and says the university would also like the matter resolved, but that he and the university believe AUFA has too many financial issues that cannot all be funded. Banks didn’t specify which ones could be funded.

“What they’re proposing could lead to potential deficits,” he said.

“Anything that will lead to deficit budgeting is unacceptable – it’s financial sustainability that’s key for us.”

Banks confirmed the university was to meet with the association and a conciliator Nov. 16 to discuss matters and work to avoid a strike.

Potential effects on students

The Acadia Student Union has also issued a statement on the situation, calling it ‘disappointing’ and stating any labour action would be detrimental to students.

“Students are heavily invested in their education at Acadia and it is frustrating to see it threatened due to an employer and employee negotiation process,” said ASU president Grace Hamilton-burge.

“Students …are rightfully concerned about how this will impact their studies. We hope to see both sides reach an agreement so that coursework, thesis defenses, honours work, and exams are uninterrupted.”

Banks said if a strike happens, the university will work to ensure it doesn’t disrupt students’ education.

“We will do everything we can to ease problems it creates so that students are able to complete this semester, and the next,” he said.