Monthly Archives: July 2012

UT Librarian new Speaker for UTFA Council

Posted on July 28, 2012 by UT Librarians Blog

Jeff Newman, Librarian at D.G. Ivey Library, New College will be assuming the responsibilities of Speaker of the University of Toronto Faculty Association Council in September 2012. A long-standing member of UTFA Council, previous negotiation committees and supporter of academic … Continue reading →

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UT Academic Librarians Workload Policy Approved – Good News!

Posted on July 28, 2012 by UT Librarians Blog

Yesterday, July 28, 2012, Larry Alford, Chief Librarian announced that the final submission of the Librarians Workload Policy sent to the Provost’s office had been approved and distributed it to our community. This is excellent news for all in our … Continue reading →

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OCUFA Faculty Survey on Government Proposals and Faculty Priorities

Posted on July 28, 2012 by UT Librarians Blog

There are escalating concerns in our community and others across the province concerning recent government proposals. OCUFA has undertaken a survey assessing the views of faculty across the province concerning: online teaching, tuition, 3-year undergraduate degrees and other current issues … Continue reading →

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ABT and PTR – helpful guidelines and examples to use when checking payrolls

Posted on July 26, 2012 by UT Librarians Blog

Some librarians are receiving their negotiated settlements at the end of this month, others next month. To check your increases, please refer to examples in the recent Bargaining Bulletin #5 and the Provost’s PDAD & C #71, on line: http://www.provost.utoronto.ca/public/pdadc/2011_to_2012/71.htm

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Supreme Court Decision on “Fair Dealing” …

Posted on July 12, 2012 by UT Librarians Blog

See the settlement attached. Lawyers have started to assess the decision. Michael Geist notes: “…but the clear takeaway is that the court has delivered an undisputed win for fair dealing that has positive implications for education and innovation, while striking … Continue reading →

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