SPFA Elected Representative Nominations

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Last Updated on Friday, 25 September 2020 13:59

Hi SPFA Members:

The following three Executive Council positions will be up for election at the November 5, 2020 virtual Annual General Meeting of the SPFA:

  • President
  • VP – Moose Jaw
  • VP – Saskatoon

 

To comply with the SPFA constitution, Article V, Section 3, nominations for the above three positions must be received by 4:00 pm, October 6, 2020, 30 days prior to the AGM.  Please see the following links for Nomination details:

President

https://spfa.ca/images/AGM/Nomination_Form_President-2020v2.pdf

Vice President

https://spfa.ca/images/AGM/Nomination_Form_Vice-President-2020v2.pdf            

Once the nomination process has closed guidelines on how candidates can campaign, given the current Government of Saskatchewan Public Health Alert, will be provided.

Please also find attached a description of the positions.

Thanks,

Greg Gardiner

Secretary Treasurer

 

Letter to Minister of Advanced Education

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Last Updated on Thursday, 24 September 2020 08:18

Hello Faculty, 

Please refer to the attached letter and related document to Minister Beaudry-Mellor.  You will see that Sask Polytech is unusual in the post-secondary community in that we have no faculty representation on the board of directors.

The Faculty Association has an obligation shared by all faculty - to ensure that informed decisions are made, decisions that maintain our Institute as a vibrant student-focused organization.  Faculty are well equipped to provide guidance in decision making at every level of the organization. This is one meaningful way in which employee engagement can be achieved.

With a provincial election on the horizon you will likely encounter local candidates. With the attached information in hand it might be helpful to question candidates on their position regarding this important issue. 

Thank you kindly for considering this suggestion.

Warren 

Warren White, B.Ed., RSE 

 

2020 Annual General Meeting (AGM)

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Last Updated on Thursday, 17 September 2020 13:38

Hi - please be advised that the SPFA 2020 AGM is scheduled for Thursday, November 5, time to be determined.

Given the current COVID19 restrictions, the 2020 SPFA AGM will occur virtually. 

The following timeline will guide the preparations for the AGM:

  • Sept. 17, 2020 - Notification of AGM (Article VII, Section 1)
  • Sept. 22, 2020 - Open Nominations – President, VP Saskatoon, and VP Moose Jaw – current terms end this year (Article V, Section 3).
  • Oct. 6, 2020 – Nominations Close (Article V, Section 5)
  • Oct. 6 – 28, 2020 – Candidate Campaigning   
  • Oct. 8, 2020 – Constitutional Amendments received (Article X, Section 3)
  • Oct. 22, 2020 – Constitutional Amendments circulated (Article X, Section 3), Resolutions received (Article VII, Section 3 and 4)
  • Oct. 23, 2020 – Nominations and Statements Circulated (Article V, Section 5)
  • Oct. 29, 2020 – E-Ballots sent to members (election open for 5 days)
  • Nov. 5, 2020 – AGM

More details regarding the above items including how a Virtual AGM will occur will be emailed to the membership.  For further information about the items in the above timeline please refer to the SPFA Constitution available on the protected side of the SPFA website:  http://spfa.ca

Greg Gardiner

Secretary Treasurer

 

SPFA SPRING PD DAY RESCHEDULED

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Last Updated on Friday, 24 April 2020 08:46

Due to the current pandemic and travel and gathering restrictions we have rescheduled the SPFA Spring PD day to June 2 & 3, 2021.  

Faculty who registered will receive full refunds.

Tornado Hunter - Greg Johnson - and the Atlas Hotel in Regina have been secured for the event and those signed up as presenters have been asked to commit for next year.

This promises to be a great learning and networking event, so mark your calendar and watch for more information.

 

COVID-19 UPDATE

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 21 April 2020 15:17

The SPFA continues to be in contact with Sask Polytech Senior Management as they navigate the COVID-19 pandemic and work to protect the health and safety of our faculty and the staff across the province. Please check Sask Polytech's website (mysaskpolytech) and your emails on an ongoing basis for up to date information. If you have any questions of Sask Polytech relating to COVID-19 please email them to campussafety& This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  

As you are aware, the following email was sent to Sask Polytech Faculty from the office of President Rosia this afternoon:

Good afternoon Faculty and Staff:

In partnership with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Advanced Education, Saskatchewan Polytechnic is cancelling all classes and programming for the remainder of this week.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs will be offered online or through alternative delivery options where possible to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission, effective March 23.

Updated class schedule:

  • March 17-20: in-person classes are suspended.
  • March 20: more information will be provided regarding online or alternative delivery where possible.
  • March 23: online courses or alternative delivery programming for students will begin, where possible.

Updated information for students will be provided by email from each program.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic campuses are not closing.  Limited services may be available at each campus.  The fitness centres will remain closed until further notice.

All non-essential gatherings and events will continue to be cancelled until further notice.  Events and activities not directly connected to academic programs are postponed.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic supports work from home/telecommute arrangements where work can be performed from home (or at an alternate location) where possible.  The current priority is to support the transition for teaching remotely, and therefore, ITS assistance may be limited due to the demand during this transition.  Please work with your manager to discuss options.

Travel restrictions remain in place.  Sask Polytech sponsored travel to all areas outside of Saskatchewan is subject to Dean or AVP approval following the completion of a Travel Risk Assessment Form.  Limit in-province travel unless directly required for program operation.  Limit travel between buildings and have all face-to-face group meetings converted to Zoom whenever possible.  More information for employees is available on mysaskpolytech, including information on self-isolation and self-monitoring, absence reporting, and frequently asked questions for employees, supervisors and managers.

We know COVID-19 is causing unusual and challenging times.  Thank you for your patience, cooperation, and the care you’ve demonstrated for yourselves and others in our community.  We all can help to prevent the spread of COVID-19 if we each do our part and work together.  The health, safety and security of our students and employees is of the utmost importance.  Students, faculty or staff with questions should refer to details on our website or contact campussafety& This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Regards,

Larry

Dr. Larry S. Rosia, President & CEO
Saskatchewan Polytechnic