In light of the May 15th “General Strike” called by various community and student groups…

On May 15th let’s unite employees (labour unions), students & faculty with a lunch-time festive gathering (with food!) in the Library Atrium to meet some of the very people whose essential contribution Concordia University could not do without….

Let’s let all unions on campus know we appreciate what each union and employee does and that we stand behind them.

Seven campus labour unions have been negotiating contracts for a long time, some over three years. These are thesupport staff, maintenance workers, technicians and library staff that we rely on. The negotiation situation of labour unions at Concordia was brought to light by an article in the Link: ““Whether you’re formally at the table or not, one never stops negotiating around this joint,” said Maria Peluso, president of the Concordia University Part-Time Faculty Association. “Concordia has a reputation of delaying negotiations, protracting negotiations, seemingly forever. It’s extremely unprofessional,” said Peluso.”

Many of these labour unions and workers have been incredibly supportive of the student movement and the student strike, so let’s mark the call for the May 15th “General Strike” by showing some solidarity and support as they engage in their own labour struggles.

Everyone from Concordia and community members are invited!

Food, solidarity and some surprises are on the menu!

WHAT: Rassemblement “Concordia Community United”

WHEN: Tuesday, May 15th, at noon

WHERE: Atrium of Library (LB building)

WHY: Because we care! And in honour of the May 15th call for a General Strike…

Because solidarity between students and other unions and social movements is the only way to block austerity measures and to ensure a better society…