Labour Disruption Updates

At the colleges, strikes are usually peaceful forms of protest. Picket lines may be formed by striking employees and there can be delays while entering campuses. 

A strike may take different forms. In general, it is a refusal to work in the normal way that is designed to slow down, disrupt, or stop college operations. A strike is organized by a union as a form of protest typically in an attempt to force the colleges to agree to their demands. There are different forms of strikes: work-to-rule, partial walk-out, rotating strike, and full walk-out strike. 

Members of the Full-Time Support Staff union provide a range of services across the college including, but not limited to, admissions and registration, financial aid, student services, academic and learning supports, athletics and recreation, building maintenance, marketing, laboratories, and information technology. This strike does not involve faculty, counsellors, Part-Time Support Staff, and those classified as Administrative employees or management. It also does not include campus security, food services or custodial services.

You can find timely information at Bargaining | College Employer Council – CEC and at Colleges – OPSEU SEFPO.   

Stay informed about the status of negotiations by regularly checking your Loyalist College email, this webpage and the myLoyalist portal for updates. 

Stay informed by checking your Loyalist College email and this page for updates. Anyone coming to campus is encouraged to allow for extra time for travelling as picket lines may be set up at campus entrances and limit traffic flow.

Not necessarily. The strike does not involve professors or instructors, and most classes are expected to continue as scheduled. However, some classes that rely on support from lab technicians, technologists, or learning facilitators may experience changes or disruptions. 

Students will continue to have access to campus and services, and may cross picket lines to attend classes or activities.

Picket lines may be set up at campus roadside entrances, but they are generally peaceful and meant to raise awareness of the strike. Students should plan for possible delays, as picket lines can slow traffic or limit access points.

In the event of a strike, you may encounter picket lines at campus entrances, and delays may occur. The following guidelines are provided to help ensure safety and respect during this time. 

• Remain calm and courteous, allowing demonstrators to share their messages or concerns. 

• Move through the picket line cautiously to protect everyone’s safety. 

• If driving, proceed carefully. Pedestrians always have the right of way, and drivers can be found at fault if a pedestrian is struck. 

• Avoid provocation or confrontation with picketers. Try to maintain normal, respectful interactions with those on the line. 

• Use your normal route to enter campus, do not attempt to bypass the line. 

• Remember that those on the picket line are members of the college community exercising their legal right to strike, communicate information, and use peaceful persuasion. 

Plan ahead 

• Allow extra time to enter campus, as delays may vary. 

• If you take public transportation, note that buses will not cross the picket line and you may need to walk from the road. 

• Consider carpooling if possible. 

Yes, they will be teaching. In Ontario, other employee groups cannot legally join a strike unless they are part of the same bargaining unit. Full-time and part-time professors/instructors and academic employees (such as counsellors) as well as part-time support staff will all continue working.

Yes. Support services will remain available, and the college will do everything possible to minimize the impact of the strike on students. Some services may experience delays, modifications or reduced capacity during the strike.

During the strike please visit the Welcome Centre in 2H1 for any questions related admissions, registration, academic records, credit transfer, financial aid, payments, academic advising, parking, and IT services. You can also email info@loyalistcollege.com and we will respond or refer your inquiry to an employee who can assist you.

Yes, most activities and programs will continue as scheduled with minor adjustments. 

Yes, but please note response and processing time may be impacted by a strike. Students are encouraged to complete tasks early if possible, and to be patient while teams adjust in case of a strike.

Day 10 of the semester is Sept. 16, which is the deadline to drop courses or withdraw with a refund of fees. 

Loyalist College will do everything it can to ensure that all students have the opportunity to complete their term/program. 

*Please check back regularly for updates 

Yes. Bus service to campus will be adjusted during the strike: 

Belleville Transit 

• Route 4 (northbound) will stop at two temporary locations on Wallbridge-Loyalist Road:
  • In front of the Pioneer Building, and
  • Just past the main entrance of Loyalist College on the east side of the road
• Route 3 (southbound) will no longer stop along Wallbridge-Loyalist Road.
• Drivers are not permitted to stop anywhere other than these stops and unable to accommodate any requests
• This means all bus stops are now on the east side of Wallbridge-Loyalist Road. You will not need to cross the street to get to campus, or board the bus.

If you are coming to Loyalist by bus, please use Route 4 only. For the most up-to-date information, check the Transit app.

Quinte Transit – Daily Routes from Quinte West 

• Buses will drop off and pick up passengers at the front of the Pioneer Building. 

Quinte Transit – HealthPULSE Shuttle 

• Shuttles will also use the south entrance at the front of the Pioneer Building. 

If you have accessibility needs, please email svpstudents@loyalistcollege.com for support.