You Make UofM Happen
As teachers, researchers, and librarians, UMFA members take pride in our work. We are committed to excellence and providing the best possible post-secondary experience to our students. The work we do makes UofM happen.
Bargaining on behalf of over 1,300 full-time academic staff at the UofM, your union is dedicated to advocating for Member’s rights and pushing for better working conditions and a better university experience for all students and staff.
Take a look at our events and opportunities below. Show up to meetings. Volunteer for working groups and subcommittees. Get to know your colleagues. You can help us make a better university.
Week of Sep 6th
| SunSunday | MonMonday | TueTuesday | WedWednesday | ThuThursday | FriFriday | SatSaturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
September 6, 2026
|
September 7, 2026
|
September 8, 2026
|
September 9, 2026
|
September 10, 2026
|
September 11, 2026
|
September 12, 2026
|
Get Involved in Running Your Union
Learn more about our various committees and groups.
Executive Council
The Executive Council is made up of the President, Vice-President, Past President, Secretary, Treasurer, Grievance Officer, and Contract Administrator, together with other members appointed by the Board of Representatives. The Executive Council manages the affairs of UMFA between meetings of the Board, provides recommendations to the Board and membership on issues before the Association, and implements the Board’s resolutions. The Executive Council is also charged with determining whether UMFA will proceed to arbitration in grievances. Executive Meetings are open to member observers, unless the meeting is democratically moved to closed session.
Board of Representatives
The Board of Representatives is elected from and by membership constituencies to manage the affairs of UMFA, subject to the direction or approval of general meetings of the Association. The Board adopts policy, appoints committees and the Executive Council (except for the President and Vice-President who are elected by the membership), considers recommendations to general meetings, and oversees the work of the Executive Council. Meetings of the Board are open to member observers, unless the meeting is democratically moved to closed session.
Current Committees and Working Groups
UMFA is involved in many outside committees related to labour and academic work, as well as a variety of active committees, sub-committees, and working groups available and looking for member volunteers. UMFA’s various committees and groups are formed at the direction of the Board of the Representatives or Executive Council in order to fulfill specific functions, conduct in depth research or evidence reviews, and provide plans and recommendations to the association.