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University of Guelph and faculty union avert strike

The University of Guelph and Wellington Dufferin Guelph Public Health are working together to not only investigate the source of the illness but manage the number of cases. Ken Hashizume/CJOY

The University of Guelph and the University of Guelph Faculty Association (UGFA) have reached a collective agreement to avoid a strike.

On Oct. 20, the union representing faculty and the post-secondary school reached a tentative collective agreement.

The union represents faculty members, librarians and veterinarians.

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In a news release on Tuesday, the U of G said the agreement addresses key priorities for both parties, including workload and compensation.

It is effective July 1 and remains in place until June 2027.

The two sides met nearly two dozen times, according to the release, and discussions remained open, respectful and constructive with a strong commitment to negotiate a new deal.

A copy of the new agreement will be online in the future.

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