ASPA USask

04/10/2026

President's Message: April 2026

Our organization has been incredibly busy this winter. This academic year has brought a mix of challenges and growth for our membership. Member engagement is incredibly strong, and we are honoured to represent and protect our members to ensure that you are treated fairly and are valued in the important work that you do. I give sincere thanks to our ASPA staff members, Angeline Hainstock and Shayne Meggs, as well as our entire executive for the time, dedication, and service they provide to members.

You can read the full message at the ASPA Website here: https://aspasask.ca/2026/04/10/presidents-message-april-2026/

03/30/2026

If you missed it, you can watch it here! ASPA's Lunch and Learn about Personal Days was facilitated by our very own Member Services Officer, Shayne Meggs.

Please view on our website at: https://videos.files.wordpress.com/H0Q69W2m/lunch-and-learn-personal-days-2026.03.30.mp4

03/21/2026

On March 21, 1960, police in Sharpeville, South Africa killed 69 people at a peaceful protest against apartheid “pass laws” (Government of Canada, 2024). This day recognizes the racial prejudices that occur daily around the world and aims to use awareness and education as a tool to prevent such discrimination from happening.

Please read the full message at the ASPA website here: https://aspasask.ca/2026/03/21/international-day-for-the-elimination-of-racial-discrimination-2026/

03/08/2026

March 8 marks International Women's Day (IWD), a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, and a call to accelerate progress toward gender equality. It is a moment to recognize how far we have come in advancing women’s rights, while reaffirming our collective commitment to ensuring women’s full and equal participation in every aspect of society.

You can read the full message and more at the ASPA website here: https://aspasask.ca/aspa-news/

02/24/2026

Lunch and Learn: Collective Bargaining and Indigenous Specific Clauses

This presentation was given by two facilitators February 11, 2026. The first being Candice Pete-Cardoso who is the Director, kihci-okâwîmâw askiy Knowledge Centre, Co-Chair, kihci-okâwîmâw askiy Knowledge Centre Steering Committee at USask, and one of ASPA’s Vice-Presidents. The second facilitator is our very own Member Services Officer, Shayne Meggs.

To view the video, please visit the ASPA website here:

This presentation was given by two facilitators February 11, 2026. The first being Candice Pete-Cardoso who is the Director, kihci-okâwîmâw askiy Knowledge Centre, Co-Chair, kihci-okâwîmâw askiy Kn…

02/10/2026

President's Message: January 2026

Welcome to February! The shortest month is upon us, and as the days start to get longer and we get the odd reprieve from the worst of the winter weather, we can feel the promise of spring’s renewal coming right around the corner. This winter has been a busy one for ASPA, and as always, this work could not be done without the challenging work for the ASPA Executive Team and the ASPA Staff.

Please read the full report on the ASPA Website here: https://aspasask.ca/2026/02/02/presidents-message-january-2026/

02/04/2026

The past six months have gone by quickly since I joined the ASPA team, and the experience has been both energizing and meaningful. Supporting members through difficult situations has shown me, time and again, the resilience, commitment, and strength that define our community. I’m grateful for the opportunity to do this work and have genuinely enjoyed my time so far.

You can read the full Member Services Update on the ASPA Website here: https://aspasask.ca/2026/01/30/aspa-member-services-officer-update-january-2026/

02/03/2026

ASPA Member Highlight – Lecia Ellis, Admissions and International Education Officer, (ISSAC), and Transfer Credit Department

Lecia Ellis currently serves as an Admissions and International Education Officer with the International Students and Study Abroad Center (ISSAC) and the Admissions and Transfer Credit Department since October 2023. Her journey is made even more inspiring by the perspective she brings as an international student from the vibrant island of Jamaica and as a PhD candidate in USask’s College of Education, where her studies are expected to conclude in 2026.

You can view the full member highlight on the ASPA Website https://aspasask.ca/2026/01/22/aspa-member-highlight-lecia-ellis-admissions-and-international-education-officer-issac-and-transfer-credit-department/

12/12/2025

Holiday greetings to all ASPA members! My name is Rob Procyk, and I am the new president of ASPA. I joined the ASPA Executive as a vice-president in May 2025, and I assumed the role of president in November after our former president, Adi Manek, stepped down from the role after obtaining a new position at the university. I would like to personally thank Adi for his exemplary work ethic and enthusiasm as president.

You can read the full message on the ASPA website: https://aspasask.ca/2025/12/12/presidents-message-december-2025/

12/05/2025

Each year on December 3, the United Nations marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities—a global observance dedicated to advancing the rights, dignity, and inclusion of persons with disabilities across all dimensions of society.

At ASPA, we reaffirm our commitment to fostering equitable workplaces where accessibility, respect, and opportunity are not just ideals but everyday realities. We recognize that true inclusion requires ongoing effort to dismantle barriers—both visible and invisible—and to challenge stigma and systemic discrimination.

As part of the broader labour movement, ASPA continues to advocate for environments where all workers, regardless of ability, are empowered to thrive. We stand in unity with persons with disabilities and pledge to uphold their voices, rights, and contributions in our professional communities and beyond.

In solidarity,

ASPA Executive Committee

10/10/2025

ASPA Member Highlight - Andrea Eccleston works as the Operations Manager in the International Office. She has been a dedicated member of ASPA for over 18 years. In addition to her professional role, Andrea has volunteered with Huskie Football for 26 seasons as Team Manager.

To read the full highlight, please visit https://aspasask.ca/2025/10/10/aspa-member-highlight-andrea-eccleston-operations-manager-international-officer/