Employees working from home due to COVID-19 may be able to claim a deduction for expenses incurred during 2020. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has simplified the process by introducing a new temporary flat rate method for employees who have worked more than 50% of the time from home for a period… more
Dear MRSA members, The Public Interest Alberta (PIA) PSE Task Force is launching an online photo petition campaign. Participants are being asked to print off the “Support Our Colleges and Universities” sign, take a picture of themselves holding it, write a caption about why PSE matters to them and finish it off with the hashtag… more
The MRSA understands that political decisions can have significant impacts on MRSA members and their work, and that it is our responsibility to work within the political system to influence decisions affecting MRSA and its members. To that point, we have created a Non-Partisan Policy which speaks to the importance of working as a… more
Dear colleagues, As I watched in shock and disbelief of the historical situation unfolding in Washington last week, I was reminded of the right, responsibility and duty we all have to ensure democracy is exercised and respected. This is no time to be complacent about the current situation in our own country, in… more
Dear MRSA Members, On behalf of the MRSA Social Committee, thanks to all who participated and voted in our 2020 Gingerbread House Contest this weekend. From a total of 154 votes, here are the results:First Place – Katie Cross – Cabin in the Prehistoric Woods ($100.00 e-gift card)Second Place – Julia… more
Dear colleagues, Thank you to everyone who was able to join us for the Collective Bargaining Survey Results Virtual Open House on Dec 10. A recording and a copy of the slide deck is available for your reference in the MRSA Staff folder on Google Drive. If you have any questions, concerns or comments for your… more
Dear colleagues, With the new lockdown regulations now coming into effect, the health, safety and mental well-being of our campus community continues to be a shared concern of the Mount Royal University Faculty Association (MRFA), the Mount Royal Staff Association (MRSA), and the Students’ Association of Mount Royal University (SAMRU). As this semester draws… more
Good afternoon, In case you missed it, there are two fun activities going on this November thanks to your MRSA Social Committee. Details: Crossword Puzzle ContestThe link to the Social Commitee’s Crossword Puzzle has been emiled to members. When you click on the link you will be prompted “Make a… more
Good afternoon, If you have any professional or personal development courses that begin between September 1 – December 31, you can apply for funding through the MRSA EDT Committee. Applications are submitted via the EDT database. The fall application period closes on November 15. New this semester:Effective as of the fall semester, EDT funding of recreation courses will no longer be limited to Mount Royal… more
Dear colleagues, You are invited to attend, or watch, the online Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, November 18 from 10:45 a.m.-12 p.m. Links have been sent to members to join the meeting, or view the livestream. If you are unable to join us, the meeting will be recorded and a link will… more
