NSCAD U strike ends following vote for arbitration

Striking workers at NSCAD University will return to work on Monday following a vote in favour of arbitration. Staff represented by CUPE 3912 voted 89% in favour, ending the ongoing strike that began earlier this month. CUPE Representative Mary-Dan Johnston explained that the move to seek first contract arbitration was done to protect employees, citing NSCAD U’s “unwillingness” to bargain, and that the union is confident that the arbitrator will agree with their requests. NSCAD U thanked CUPE members for voting to participate in arbitration and their commitment to “moving forward together.” The union says that further details will be provided upon finalization of the agreement.