Nominations are still being accepted for the position of YUFA Chief Steward (1 of 2 positions). The term of office for this position begins June 1, 2023, and ends on May 31, 2025. Read more about the position here.

This is a very rewarding position of great importance to YUFA, piloting complaints, grievances and arbitrations on behalf of YUFA members. It comes with full teaching relief and great support from YUFA staff and officers. Interested candidates are encouraged to approach the current Chief Stewards with any questions they might have about the position. 

Candidates for election as Officers of the Association shall submit written statements of their qualifications, goals, and interest in serving. Where two or more candidates stand for an Officer position, an option to reject all candidates shall be placed on the ballots. Where only one candidate is nominated for an Officer position, a ratification ballot shall be conducted. Candidates’ statements shall be circulated with the electronic ballot information.

YUFA members who wish to nominate colleagues (with their consent), or who are themselves willing to serve for the position, should submit their statements to the Association by email ([email protected]). Please use the subject line: Officer Nomination. 

The deadline to submit nominations is noon (12pm) on Wednesday June 6, 2023.

All YUFA elections are governed by the YUFA Constitution and the YUFA By-Laws.