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Labour update

Labour updates

All updates on the current labour situation and how it affects Cambrian College will be posted here. For specific questions, please contact communications@cambriancollege.ca

For updates on the status of contract negotiations, you can visit the following sites:

Latest updates

Please read our updates below.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

General information

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Returning Students

New and prospective students

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Returning international students

Prospective international students

Cambrian employees

Barrydowne College students and staff

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Visitors to our main campus and satellite sites (general contractors, guests, public)

Picket line etiquette

In the event of a labour disruption, you may have to cross a picket line to enter and exit Cambrian College’s main BarryDowne campus or its satellite sites in Val Caron, Espanola and Little Current.

This may be your first time encountering a picket line. Picket lines in Canada tend to be well organized, managed, and peaceful. Picket line safety is our top priority for our faculty, other employees, students, and visitors. PATIENCE, RESPECT, COURTESY AND SAFETY are key.

The college employees on strike/lockout have a right to set up picket lines. They also have the right to briefly delay your entry and exit onto Cambrian property for sharing information with you.

With that in mind, here are some general principles to follow:

  • Expect delays and inconveniences when you arrive at the picket line. Crossing a picket line could take minutes, so plan accordingly.
  • Be patient and calm. Picketers can engage with you to give you information and will then let you pass. They cannot prevent you from entering or leaving Cambrian property.
  • Be respectful and courteous to picketers. Do not get into arguments or vent your frustration.
  • If you are experiencing undue difficulty crossing the line, call your supervisor or security who can meet you on the line, or take other steps to solve your particular challenge.
  • If you normally use a vehicle, consider carpooling or using public transportation if possible. Check bus schedules first to determine if you can still catch the bus, even with delays at the picket line.
  • If you do use a vehicle, consider parking away from Cambrian College property. Please note, you risk being fined or towed if you park without permission in private or commercial driveways and parking lots.
  • When driving across the line, operate your vehicle in a safe, lawful manner. Proceed cautiously and wait for clear access before advancing through the picket line. If there is a line of vehicles ahead of you, consider putting your vehicle in park as an added safety measure until you can proceed safely and slowly. Pedestrians always have the right-of- way. Whether walking or driving across the line, stop and wait until you can pass safely
  • Plan your route to the campus so you will be making a right-hand turn onto campus property. This precaution will prevent you from being caught in the middle of an intersection or crossing oncoming traffic.