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University of Ottawa part-time professors strike over working conditions

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · since Nov 7, 2026

Is it still on?

YESDay 4 and counting, since Nov 7.

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Why they are protesting
Part-time professors are striking following five months of failed contract negotiations with the university administration.
What they want
The union demands reduced class sizes, job security, fair compensation, and improved working conditions.
What changed
Nov 9: Part-time professors began picketing at seven campus locations, leading to the suspension of various classes and clinical placements.
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What protesters want

  • Reduced class sizes
  • Job security
  • Fair compensation
  • Improved working conditions

Organised by: Association of Teaching Professors of the University of Ottawa

What authorities say

The University of Ottawa stated it has activated contingency plans to minimize academic disruption and is working to support students. Director of public affairs Jesse Robichaud noted the university has worked for five months to reach a collective agreement.12

The full story

Part-time teaching professors at the University of Ottawa, represented by the Association of Teaching Professors of the University of Ottawa (ATPUO), initiated a strike on November 7, 2026, following an impasse in collective bargaining. Picketing commenced on November 9 at seven locations across the campus. The union is advocating for better working conditions, job security, fair pay, and smaller class sizes. The university administration has activated contingency plans to minimize disruptions to academic operations, noting that courses not taught by striking faculty will continue. While the university expressed regret over the impact on students, it stated that it remains committed to reaching a negotiated agreement. The strike has resulted in the suspension of some classes, grading, and nursing clinical placements, with daily updates provided to students regarding affected courses.

Timeline

  1. Picketing began at 8 a.m. at seven locations around the university campus.12

  2. The Association of Teaching Professors of the University of Ottawa began strike action at midnight.12

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