PEA-UVic Accommodations Update

Dear PEA members,
 
Thanks to sustained pressure from your union, our allies, and members like you, the Provost has now announced significant new investments in Accommodations. This includes a new centre for accommodated assessments and process improvements. If implemented properly, these changes will strengthen student supports and improve working conditions for our members.

The PEA has pushed hard to ensure accommodation needs are taken seriously through letter‑writing, a petition, and recent advocacy to the Board of Governors. This outcome shows that our collective efforts make a difference. Thank you to everyone who contributed. We will continue holding the employer accountable throughout the next phase of this process at UVic.

Strategic Plan
This week, your Chapter Executive completed the 2026 strategic plan, with a focus on bargaining and member servicing.

Chapter Executive
We also welcomed a new director to the PEA‑UVic Chapter Executive: Szymon Stecewiz, Manager, CAL Assessment Program. Szymon was acclaimed in a recent byelection, bringing the Executive back to full capacity.

In solidarity,

Stephen Portman
Labour Relations Officer