Together, We’re Stronger
UMFA is a member of a number of labour organizations that work together toward common causes and goals. Our current affiliated organizations are listed on this page.
Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT)
UMFA is an organizational member and each member of UMFA is an affiliated member of CAUT. CAUT is a national body whose objectives are to promote the interests of academic staff (including professors, professional librarians, and researchers), to advance the standards of their professions, and to seek to improve the quality of higher education in Canada. UMFA participates in activities of CAUT on national matters such as research funding, the federal role in post-secondary education, and copyright legislation.
National Union of CAUT (NUCAUT)
Through its membership in NUCAUT, UMFA is affiliated with the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC). Membership in the CLC provides opportunities to promote and defend public education and become more informed, active, and effective in advocating for human and civil rights, academic freedom, and freedom of speech. UMFA also has access to CLC conferences and training seminars.
Manitoba Federation of Labour (MFL)
Membership in the MFL allows UMFA to call on unions and labour organizations for advice and support during times of job action. It provides a venue for the Association to inform other workers of the issues facing our Members at the bargaining table and in the workplace. The MFL is an important ally in lobbying the provincial government (e.g., on post-secondary education issues) and in advocating for legislative amendments (e.g., changes to the Workplace Health and Safety Act).
Winnipeg Labour Council (WLC)
The WLC promotes the goals of the labour movement in Winnipeg. Directly chartered by the CLC and affiliated to the MFL, the WLC provides a voice on municipal, provincial and national issues, and promotes the social and economic welfare of workers and of Canada. UMFA’s membership allows it to participate in discussions with other union locals regarding issues within the community and to provide as well as receive advice and support with respect to other unions and labour organizations.
Manitoba Organization of Faculty Associations (MOFA)
The provincial organization of faculty associations provides a co-ordinated voice for academic staff at the universities of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Brandon, and St-Boniface. Among other issues, MOFA has taken on the challenges of raising the profile of higher education issues during provincial elections.