MRU MRSA Collective Agreement: All You Need to Know

The Mount Royal University Faculty Association (MRUFA) represents the academic staff at Mount Royal University (MRU) in Calgary, Alberta. The association negotiates with the university on behalf of its members to set the terms and conditions of employment. The MRU administration and MRUFA negotiate a Collective Agreement every few years, which sets out rights, responsibilities, and benefits for MRUFA members.

One of the most recent MRUFA Collective Agreements was signed in 2018 and covers the period from July 1, 2018, to June 30, 2022. This article will explore some of the key highlights of the agreement, specifically those relating to the MRUFA-MA (Mount Royal University Faculty Association – Management and Professional Staff Association) Joint Committee.

MRUFA-MA Joint Committee

The MRUFA-MA Joint Committee is a group of representatives from MRUFA and the MRU Management and Professional Staff Association (MA) established to discuss matters that affect both groups. The Joint Committee meets on a regular basis to address issues such as workload, benefits, and career development. The 2018 Collective Agreement outlines the following with regards to the Joint Committee:

1. The Joint Committee will meet at least once per semester.

2. The Joint Committee will review the workload allocation model at least once per academic year.

3. The Joint Committee will review and update the Career Development Program annually.

4. The Joint Committee will review and provide recommendations on benefits and pension plans.

Workload Allocation Model

The workload allocation model is a tool used to allocate teaching, research, and service responsibilities to academic staff. The MRUFA-MA Joint Committee is responsible for reviewing and making recommendations on the workload allocation model. The 2018 Collective Agreement requires that MRUFA members be consulted on any changes to the model and that any changes be made in consultation with the Joint Committee.

Career Development Program

The Career Development Program is a program that provides resources and support for academic staff to develop their careers. The MRUFA-MA Joint Committee is responsible for reviewing and updating the program annually. The 2018 Collective Agreement requires that any changes to the program be made in consultation with MRUFA members and that the program continue to provide « comprehensive support for professional development and advancement. »

Benefits and Pension Plans

The MRUFA-MA Joint Committee is responsible for reviewing and providing recommendations on benefits and pension plans for MRUFA members. The 2018 Collective Agreement requires that any changes to benefits or pension plans be made in consultation with MRUFA members and that the plans continue to provide competitive and comprehensive coverage.

Conclusion

The MRUFA Collective Agreement is an important document that outlines the terms and conditions of employment for academic staff at MRU. The Joint Committee between MRUFA and MA is an essential component of the agreement, ensuring that issues affecting both groups are addressed through consultation and collaboration. The 2018 Collective Agreement highlights the importance of the Joint Committee in matters such as workload, career development, and benefits and pension plans. By working together, MRUFA and MA can help ensure that academic staff at MRU are supported in their careers and provided with fair and competitive working conditions.