Dear Members, MUNASA is pleased to invite you to an engaging and informative session on Financial Well-Being in Uncertain Times. The presentation will be delivered by Mr. Peter Guidote, Senior Wealth Advisor and Senior Portfolio Manager at Canaccord Genuity Corp. Mr. Guidote holds the designations CFP, CPA, CIMA®, FCSI®, CIM, and AIFP. In a rapidly changing economic environment, financial decisions can feel increasingly complex. Whether you are early in your career, raising a

You're Invited to MUNASA’s Membership BBQ! Dear colleagues, Join us for good food, great company, and a chance to connect with fellow members! MUNASA is delighted to invite you to our Membership BBQ as we celebrate our community and kick off the fall season together. Date: Friday, September 25, 2026 Time: 12:00 p.m. Location: Three Bares (intersection towards the Arts Building) Come enjoy a complimentary BBQ lunch, catch up with colleagues and meet fellow members. Whether you

Dear members, We want to acknowledge the concerns that many of you have shared regarding this year’s Annual Compensation Review (ACR) process. The feedback has been consistent and clear as the current system is leaving many employees feeling discouraged, undervalued, and disconnected from the recognition they have earned. Despite the significant contributions, increased workloads, and strong performance,, many managers have received a rating of “Consistently Meets Expectatio

Dear Members, MUNASA has been informed of a significant development within the Faculty of Education concerning the Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA). On October 10, 2025, the Dean announced by email that effective December 1, 2025, administrative and support staff would be restricted to a maximum of only one remote workday per week. While this change is intended to “align with the operational needs of the Faculty” during the implementation of the new Strategic Plan, it is a

Dear members, As MUNASA continues to navigate a challenging institutional landscape, we remain steadfast in our commitment to listening to members and addressing their concerns. The cumulative impacts of the ongoing hiring freeze, budget reductions, staff shortages, and increased workloads have understandably prompted members to reassess both their placement on the salary scale and the alignment of their roles with their assigned job profiles. In recent years, workloads hav

Dear colleagues, We are pleased to invite you to a virtual Tax Information Session that will be held on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. (Noon). Tax season is here! This presentation will cover essential tax-related topics, including how various tax-sheltered plans like RRSPs and TFSAs work—focusing on contributions, growth, withdrawals, and their unique advantages—the latest updates to this year’s tax rules, and the importance of having a well-thought-out retire

Dear Members,We want to start by wishing you all a wonderful holiday season! Each year in January, MUNASA holds an Annual General Meeting for its members in order to update them on our activities over the past year . Please click here for the Zoom link to join the 35 th Annual General Meeting of MUNASA. AGENDA 1. Opening Remarks 2. Minutes of the 34 th Annual General Meeting – Thursday January 23, 2025 3. President’s Report 4. Treasurer’s Report 5. Other

TO: ALL MUNASA MEMBERS The Call for Nominations ended at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 1, 2025. One nomination was received for the position of President, Vice-President, Vice-President (Liaison), Vice-President (Membership), Vice-President (Communications), Treasurer, Councillor (Faculty Departments) and Councillor (Non-Faculty Departments). No nominations were received for the position of Executive Secretary. As a result, the following nominees are elected by acclamat

Dear members: As we navigate ongoing challenges, MUNASA remains steadfast in its commitment to listen to members and address their valid concerns. The impacts of the hiring freeze, budget cuts, staff shortages, and heavier workloads have understandably led members to review their placement on the salary scale and the alignment of their job profiles. As a result, compensation and grade level have become key focal points as managers assume larger workloads and face increasing

November 13, 2025 Nominations for the Executive Offices of President, Vice-President, Vice-President (Liaison), Vice-President (Membership), Vice-President (Communications), Executive Secretary, Treasurer, Councillor (Faculty), and Councillor (Non-Faculty) for 2026 and 2027 will be: Starting Thursday, November 13, 2025 and ending on Monday, December 1, 2025, 5:00 p.m. The MUNASA Executive Committee has provided the nomination form electronically. Attached is a descript

Dear colleagues, We are pleased to invite you to a virtual Retirement Information Session that will be held on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (Noon). The presentation will be given by Mr. Peter Guidote, CFP, CPA, CIMA®, FCSI®, CIM, AIFP, Senior Wealth Advisor & Senior Portfolio Manager, Canaccord Genuity Corp. Several topics will be covered, such as: · The Critical 10 Questions and Strategies to guide you through the 5 years before and after retirem

MUNASA acknowledges the challenges many of our members continue to face during these uncertain times. We remain committed to supporting our members in meaningful ways, including initiatives that promote wellness and mental health. As part of this commitment, we are pleased to welcome back Dr. Christopher Labos for a virtual session on October 30 th , at 12:00 PM , where he will address the topic of Anxiety . Dr. Christopher Labos offers a thoughtful, evidence-based persp

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Taxing Times PowerPoint Presentation Presented by Mr. Peter Guidote , CIM, CFP®, CIMA, FCSI, AIFP®, CA, CPA Senior Wealth Advisor, Senior...

Dear colleagues, We are pleased to invite you to a virtual Tax Information Session that will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at...

Notice of 34th Annual General Meeting of MUNASA Thursday, January 23, 2025 – 12:00 P.M. Dear Members, We wish you all a wonderful start...

To: Fabrice Labeau, Vice-President, Administration and Finance Cc: Deep Saini, President and Vice-Chancellor Denis Mondou, Associate...

Stress and Burnout: What Is It and What Do We Do About It? PowerPoint presentation presented by Dr. Christopher Labos MDCM MSc FRCPC