The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) is warning that the Trump administration is undermining the integrity and independence of academic research conducted in Canada. Researchers working on projects funded wholly or in part by American federal agencies have been sent a lengthy questionnaire to determine how their work aligns with the Trump administration’s political … Read more
In a letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.), the Canadian Association of University Teachers says the federal government must address the significant financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on universities and colleges. “We urge you to take immediate steps to further close the gaps in emergency support and commit to making changes to improve the affordability and sustainability … Read more
The Canadian Association of University Teachers is alarmed by recommendations by the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage regarding copyright law in Canada. The report, though produced by a committee mandated to take into consideration the broad range of stakeholder interests, focuses entirely on the interests of big publishers and their lobby groups. “The report puts the … Read more
Budget 2019 makes some welcome investments in learners, but does not take the bold steps needed to ensure that all Canadians can access affordable quality post-secondary education opportunities, says the Canadian Association of University Teachers. “We welcome today’s investments to improve access and affordability to post-secondary education, however, we need stronger federal leadership to ensure Canada’s … Read more
The Canadian Association of University Teachers welcomes the Federal Budget which provides record new investments in basic science. “While the budget does fall short of the $1.3 billion over four years called for in the panel’s report, the budget’s allocation of $925 million over five years is a significant step in the right direction toward restoring … Read more
The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) is calling on Turkish authorities to end the crackdown on academics and teachers following last week’s failed coup attempt. “We respectfully urge Turkish authorities to exercise restraint, observe the rule of law, and fully uphold the civil liberties and academic freedom of educators,” CAUT executive director David Robinson stated … Read more
The Canadian Association of University Teachers appeared before the Standing Committee on Finance on Feb. 19 asking the Liberal government to invest 1.1 billion $ over three years in basic research, and to boost post-secondary education funding in the upcoming Federal Budget. “Over the past decade, we’ve seen a dismantling of and political interference in … Read more
The Canadian Association of University Teachers is calling on the Liberal government to increase support for research and post-secondary education in the upcoming federal budget. “After years of declining funding and the undermining of science and scientists, Canada needs a new vision to get science right and improve the accessibility and quality of post-secondary education,” said … Read more
The organization representing Canada's academic staff is calling for an overhaul of the federal government's science policy and funding for science in Canada, following renewed concerns about the impact of recent decisions on the integrity and independence of scientific research. In response to a growing outcry from researchers and academics, Canadian Association of University Teachers … Read more
The Canadian Association of University Teachers has unveiled a national campaign exposing the threats to Canada's cultural institutions and historic sites and proposing what must be done to reverse the damage. The "Canada's Past Matters" campaign will highlight how federal funding cuts and policy changes are putting the survival of libraries, archives, museums and historical sites … Read more
