FAQs

Yes, in the event of strike action, Sheridan facilities will remain open. However, non-academic services (e.g., support services, bookstore, athletics, library and study spaces) may be disrupted.

Classes will continue as scheduled. This strike does not involve full-time or part-time professors and most academic employees. The striking employees work in positions or classifications such as office, clerical, technical, health care, maintenance, building service, shipping, transportation, security, parking, academic technologist, and child care staff. This does include many of the members of the registrar’s office and some in student services offices, so those areas may be impacted.

We will make every effort to keep students informed about changes to class schedules and provide guidance on next steps through Sheridan's Collective Bargaining web page, Your Sheridan Weekly and the Sheridan ALERT! app.

If you are coming to campus for classes, work, or services during a strike, you may encounter a picket line at campus entrances. A picket line is a peaceful demonstration where striking employees gather to share information and express solidarity.

• For Students:
  • Classes and campus activities will continue unless you are officially notified otherwise. Choosing not to cross a picket line may result in missed academic instruction or access to services.

• For Staff and Faculty Not on Strike:
  • Full-time and part time faculty, administrative employees, and part-time support staff are not on strike. Employees who are not on strike are expected to report to work. It is lawful to cross a picket line in order to do so.

• Respectful Conduct:
  • Picket lines are intended to remain peaceful. While brief delays may occur as information is shared, confrontations are not anticipated. Please interact respectfully at all times.

• Safety First
  • Do not attempt to force your way through or circumvent a picket line. If you feel unsafe at any time, contact campus security for assistance.

The college will continue to provide timely updates regarding campus access and will take steps to minimize disruptions whenever possible.

Staff and students should expect delays when entering Sheridan campuses, as striking employees will be picketing at campus entrances. It is important that drivers approach the picket line in a respectful and safe manner. Pedestrians may also be approached by picketers. Pedestrians should interact with picketers in a safe, non-confrontational manner.

Sheridan’s campuses remain open and services continue to be available during a strike. Paid parking continues to be in effect.

Sheridan will provide updates through its Collective Bargaining web page, Your Sheridan Weekly, email, and social media channels. We may also communicate using the Sheridan ALERT! app – please ensure you have uploaded the app to your mobile device and have notifications enabled to receive real-time information

Yes, in the event of strike action, Sheridan facilities will remain open. However, non-academic services (e.g., bookstore, athletics, library and study spaces) may be disrupted.

The striking workers work in positions or classifications such as office, clerical, technical, health care, maintenance, building service, shipping, transportation, security, parking, academic technologist, and child care staff. Support staff provide a wide range of student services which will be impacted but Sheridan College and classes will continue to operate.

Staff and students should expect delays when entering Sheridan campuses, as striking employees will be picketing at campus entrances. It is important that drivers approach the picket line in a respectful and safe manner. Pedestrians may also be approached by picketers. Pedestrians should interact with picketers in a safe, non-confrontational manner.

Sheridan’s campuses remain open and services continue to be available during a strike. Paid parking continues to be in effect.

Sheridan’s campuses remain open and services continue to be available during a strike. Paid parking continues to be in effect.

For more information on parking, permits and refunds, visit Parking Services | Sheridan Central

It is your decision as to whether you feel comfortable speaking to media about your personal experiences and views related to any potential labour action. You are not obligated in any way to accept a media request for an interview. If you receive any questions about Sheridan’s official position related to a labour disruption, kindly ask the reporter to contact Communications at communications@sheridancollege.ca.

The Campus Store will operate on regular hours:

• Trafalgar and Davis 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m, Monday-Friday
• HMC, 9:30a.m.-2:00 p.m. Monday-Friday

Students will still be able to place orders online and pick-up in store. However, it may take longer than normal to process your order.

No home shipping is available at this time. For more information, please visit us online.

On-campus dining and food services will operate on regular hours. Vending machines will continue to be stocked. For more information, please visit our website at Dine On Campus at Sheridan College.

I have booked an event at the conference centre. What will happen during the strike?

Conference Services staff will reach out to clients individually to discuss their upcoming rentals. For more information, please visit our website at Home - Conference Services or email conferences@sheridancollege.ca.

Students will continue to be able to obtain their physical onecard. However, production time will be slower so expect longer than normal processing times. We strongly encourage all students to download a mobile onecard. A mobile onecardis a quick, convenient way to use your Sheridan onecardand is equivalent to a physical card. Please visit us at Sheridan Central Mobile onecard| Sheridan Central for more information.

Sheridan will provide updates through its Collective Bargaining webpage, Your Sheridan Weekly, email, and social media channels. We may also communicate using the Sheridan ALERT! App. Please ensure you have uploaded the app to your mobile device and have notifications enabled to receive real-time information.

As information becomes available, we will update the Sheridan community via the collective bargaining webpage. We may also deliver updates through your Sheridan email and social media. Updates can also be found on the College Employer Council website.

Classes will continue as scheduled. This strike does not involve full-time or part-time professors and most academic employees. The striking employees work in positions or classifications such as office, clerical, technical, health care, maintenance, building service, shipping, transportation, cafeteria, security, parking, academic technologist, and nursery staff. This does include many of the members of the registrar’s office and some in student services offices, so those areas may be impacted.

We will make every effort to keep students informed about changes to class schedules and provide guidance on next steps through Sheridan's Collective Bargaining webpage, Your Sheridan Weekly and the Sheridan ALERT! app.

Yes. 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 librarians and counsellors) as well as part-time support staff will all continue working.

However, support staff provide a wide range of student services which will be impacted.

There will be no impact to Sheridan at CCTT students in their placements or completing their academic studies due to the potential strike action.

Sheridan has made the decision to postpone Fall Convocation ceremonies to Winter 2026. This decision was made to ensure students and their supporters had timely information to ensure a positive student experience without the risk of cancellation or disruption.

Yes, but the process may be affected by a strike. We encourage you to complete these tasks early, if possible, as response times may be slower than usual.

Paper transcripts or transcripts issued before 2005 will temporarily be suspended. You will still be able to access enrolment verification through myStudentCentre as well as electronic transcript through MyCreds. You can access both of these through the OTR website.

Yes, support for adding/dropping courses will still be available, however you may experience longer wait times. As a reminder the last day to add, drop or swap classes is Monday September 15, 2025, 11:59 PM EST.

Academic Appeals will continue during this time. Please follow the Appeals process outlined on Sheridan’s website.

We will continue to award electronic credentials. These will be available through MyCreds. Paper credentials will not be available for pick up. There will be delays in processing credentials prior to 2005.

Yes, campus buildings will remain open during labour action. You will continue to have access to study spaces, libraries, and other non-academic services such as food services and student support centers.

Sheridan will do everything it can to minimize the impact of a strike on students. Student support services may be impacted by the strike, but Sheridan will do everything it can to communicate to its staff and students the impact.

In the event of labour action, municipal transit and GO services will not enter Sheridan’s campuses but will arrange for alternate stops just outside of campuses. GO Transit and municipal buses will stop on Trafalgar Road at Sheridan’s Oakville campus. At Sheridan’s Brampton campus, buses will stop at the intersection of Steeles Avenue and McLaughlin Road. Public transit stops at Hazel McCallion Campus (Mississauga) remain the same.

During a full-time support staff strike, the Learning Commons study spaces and tutoring spaces will remain open during regular hours. Library in-person and virtual service points as well as Library study spaces will operate with modified hours, 9am to 3pm Monday to Friday.

Reduced hours/limited LLS support will be provided for:

• Research and Assignment help (via in-person or chat)
• Circulation of hard copy resources in Library collections
• Academic skills instruction
• Maintenance and updates of Library and Learning Services software and technology
• LLS orientation sessions

Closures and suspended services include:

• Academic Integrity Office
• Academic Integrity Remediation
• Well Series
• Digital Wall
• eCOR service (electronic course readings)

The Library plans to provide digital literacy instruction and program review services as normal (online and in-person). Tutoring support will continue to be available although new requests for tutoring made during a strike will not be possible.

Yes, but you should contact the Assessment Centre to confirm scheduling.

Yes. Our Campus Security Safe Walk escorts are available to walk with you directly to all points on campus including your car, classrooms/meeting spaces, residence, bus stops, etc. Campus Security Officers are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

To request a Safe Walk escort, please contact your campus Security Office by phone:

• Davis Campus: 905-874-4344
• Hazel McCallion Campus: 905-615-7944
• Trafalgar Road Campus: 905-815-4044

You can also access these phone numbers directly from the Sheridan ALERT! app by clicking on ‘Safe Walk.’ Sheridan is committed to ensuring the safety of our community throughout the year. View more campus safety and security tips.

In the event of labour action, most essential student services, such as financial aid and health services, would remain available. However, there may be longer wait times depending on staffing levels. Administrative staff would do their best to continue offering these services without disruption.

In the event of labour action, the following services will be deemed critical and will remain open:

• Student Service Hubs: Service Hubs will serve as the first point of contact for students seeking information, guidance, or support during the strike, staff will respond to questions or direct them to appropriate resources. Hours of operation: 8:30am-4:30pm.
• The Centres for Student Success: Will remain open Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm with modified services available as described below:
• Accessible Learning Services: All student inquiries, including new registrations and existing students, should be directed to the campus appropriate Accessible Learning email: trafalgar.als@sheridancollege.ca, hmc.als@sheridancollege.ca, davis.als@sheridancollege.
• Academic Advising: Regular advising services are not available during the strike. If you are seeking academic guidance and don’t know where to start? Click here for resources and FAQs. For assistance with a Level 2 Appeal please complete this form. Note: You have within 5 business days of receiving your level 1 appeal decision to submit a level 2 appeal.
• Immigration Advising: Need immigration-related support? Click here for new international student FAQs and click here for resources for international students seeking to apply for a study permit extension, a co-op work permit, a post-graduate work permit, and more.
• Counselling and Wellness Services: Student counselling services are available on a referral basis only for urgent matters (no appointment booking). Some Health Promotion programming will continue to support student wellness. Students can directly access mental health counselling through GMSSP, Empower Me and Good2Talk.
• Off-Campus Housing & Community Connections: Individual appointments for housing needs are not available. Please visit our webpage for information and referrals to housing resources and support services.
• Student Care & Community Standards: Consultation and support services continue to be available on a referral basis for acute and complex student situations. Matters under the Student Code of Rights & Responsibilities will be managed on an urgency basis.
• Student Health Centres: Essential medical appointments only will be made available through the on-campus Student Health Centres. Please visit our webpage for information on booking appointments and for referrals to medical services: https://central.sheridancollege.ca/health-centre
• Assessment Centre: Tests and exams for students with academic accommodations and make-up exams can be booked through the Assessment Centre booking portal. PLAR tests, Placement Exams and Apprenticeship exams are not available during the strike.
• Athletics and recreation facilities: Campus recreational facilities (gymnasiums, weight rooms) will be open to students on a modified hours schedule for drop-in activity. Please visit our webpage for hours of operation.
• Webpage: https://sheridanbruins.com/landing/index Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheridanbruins
• Residence programming: On-campus residences continue regular operations during the strike.
• Office of the Registrar
  • Domestic Admissions
  • International Admissions
  • Domestic Student Recruitment
  • Student Recruitment Events
  • On-shore International Student Recruitment
  • Campus Visits
  • Records & Registration
  • Course Adds, Course Drops, Course Swaps, Withdrawals
  • Scheduling
  • Generating timetables
  • Academic History
  • Confirmation of Enrolment (digital)
  • Confirmation of Graduation (digital)
  • Financial Aid
  • OSAP & Student Loans
  • Work Study Placements
  • Scholarships & Awards
  • Issuing Awards
  • Student Accounts
  • Tuition Payments, Tuition refunds, Payment Plans
  • Academic Appeals
  • Systems Operations (MyOTR portal and Infosilem schedules, Visual Schedule Builder).
• Centre for Indigenous Learning & Support
• Access to library spaces (library, learning commons, room bookings) for self-study
• Residence programming
• Security patrol (indoors and outdoors)

The following services would remain operational but may experience delays, modified hours or mode of operations.

• Bus services (municipal and GO
• Campus bookstore
• Indigenous advising in the Centre for Indigenous Learning & Support
• Continuing and professional education classes
• Library user services for students (circulation, research and reference services)
• Labs/studio spaces on a case-by-case basis for self-directed learning, with varying levels of existing supervision (technician, student monitors, etc.)
• SLATE Technical Support
• Co-op Student Advisement and Career Counselling
• Employment Consulting for students
• Referrals to external agencies for counselling
• Administrative and Faculty offices
• Mail delivery and courier service
• Switchboard and Contact Centre
• Cleaning services, waste management, grounds maintenance, onsite construction / repair

Please check the collective bargaining webpage for any service disruptions or schedule changes.

Work study decisions will continue to be processed; however, there may be delays in processing timelines.

Co-op and internship work-terms will continue during a strike. However, if your co-op is at Sheridan and a support staff member is the supervisor for your work-term, it may be delayed or suspended. Please contact the Sheridan department where you are working to confirm the status of your work-term. If you have any questions about your co-op/internship, please contact your assigned co-op advisor or field placement coordinator (in FAHCS).

Most field placements/practicums with an external industry/community partner or employer may continue during a strike. If your supervisor is a support staff member and/or your placement requirement includes learning activities and reflection that are guided by support staff, the field placement/practicum may be suspended. You will receive communication from your Faculty/program regarding your specific program’s placement status.

Yes. In the event of labour action, Sheridan’s goal would be to allow for all student employees to continue in their roles. Please consult with your manager to confirm your duties, as some of your duties may change during a strike.

Yes, co-op preparatory courses are cancelled. You do not need to attend your scheduled co-op prep class or submit assignments during the strike. You are encouraged to continue building your resume, practicing your interviews and applying to jobs. There are Sheridan online resources to support you include: SkillsFirst (for Artificial Intelligence support) and the Sheridan Job Search LibGuide. Your Co-op Advisor will work with you on a plan to complete the course once the strike is resolved.

If you are participating in a CCR activity that is led by a faculty member, you may continue. If the activity is led by a support staff member, the activity may be suspended until the strike is over. Please check with the department you are supporting, to confirm if the CCR activity is continuing during the strike. If you have questions, please email sheridanworksccr@sheridancollege.ca

Some virtual career services are still available. You can still book an appointment with a Career Counsellor and you may access many online tools through Sheridan Central on the Career Services page, including SkillsFirst. There will be limited employment consulting services for the duration of the strike. The Career Centre at the Trafalgar Campus will be closed during the strike. If you have career services related questions, please email sheridanworkscareers@sheridancollege.ca.

Some workshops will proceed as scheduled, while other events will be postponed. Please check the Sheridan Works event calendar for a current list of events.

Yes. If there any changes to the timelines or services available, our team will share them with you via email or phone.

Yes, we intend to continue to offer pathways to enrol in our programs. The timelines may shift and response times may be delayed. Check out edge.sheridancollege.ca for updates.

Not at this time. We intend to support all Sheridan students to complete a successful work term, though it may look a little different, and your duties could change.

Yes. All Continuing and Professional Studies (CAPS) classes—including in-person, online, and OntarioLearn—are continuing as scheduled. Faculty teaching these courses are not impacted by a potential strike.

While your classes are running, some student services may be disrupted or operate with reduced capacity. Please check the https://www.sheridancollege.ca/about/collective-bargaining/full-time-support-staff-bargaining-update/faqs for updates.

Yes. Registration will still be open at https://caps.sheridancollege.ca/. Registration information can be found under https://caps.sheridancollege.ca//info/landing/how-to-register.

You’ll receive updates through:

• Email
• Sheridan’s social media channels
• The Sheridan College website

Yes. Security services remain fully operational

You may be asked to wait briefly before crossing. Please be respectful and patient. Strike-related materials are available to help you understand what to expect.

No. Since classes are continuing, there are no changes to tuition or fees. Refunds are only considered if classes are cancelled, which is not the case for CAPS.

Please email caps@sheridancollege.ca. You can also speak with your instructor directly.

Yes. All corporate training sessions delivered through CAPS will proceed as planned. Instructional staff are not part of the striking bargaining unit, and training delivery remains unaffected.

While training delivery continues, some administrative and support services may be impacted:

• Email response times may be slower due to reduced support staff availability.
• Badge issuance and certificate processing may be delayed.
• Outreach and onboarding support may be temporarily scaled back.

Your primary contact remains the Director of Continuous and Professional Learning. You can also email caps@sheridancollege.ca and your inquiry will be routed appropriately.

No. Learners participating in corporate training will continue to receive instruction and access to course materials. However, they may experience delays in receiving administrative support such as:

• Registration confirmations
• Access to non-instructional resources

Yes, but please expect longer turnaround times for:

• Custom training proposals
• Contract processing
• Scheduling adjustments

We recommend submitting requests with as much lead time as possible.

Scheduled meetings will not be impacted.

You will receive updates via:

• Direct email from your CAPS contact
• Notices posted on our collective bargaining webpage
• CAPS newsletters or partner bulletins

Yes. Instructional delivery will continue as planned. Your classes—whether online or in-person—will proceed. However, some services may be delayed or temporarily unavailable due to reduced staffing.

Applications will be accepted through the Academic Upgrading website; however, the processing of applications and enrolment of students will be affected by a strike. We encourage you to complete these tasks early, if possible, as response times may be slower than usual.

During the strike, Program Officers and the Opportunity Agent may not be available. For urgent academic support:

• Contact your instructor directly via email or in-person for questions about your course delivery and/or course work.
• Use the Academic Upgrading office email for general inquiries: academicupgrading@sheridancollege.ca

No, timetable changes will not be available.

There may be delays in accessing learning accommodations or diagnostic assessments.

Students are encouraged to regularly check their Sheridan email, the Collective Bargaining web page, and the Sheridan ALERT! app for real-time updates.You may also receive updates via:

• Academic Upgrading email
• Notices posted on SLATE (Sheridan’s learning platform)

No. Your academic progress will not be penalized due to the strike.

While support staff may be unavailable, faculty and peer mentors may be able to assist. You can also:

• Use online resources for college applications.
• Request help through the Academic Upgrading office email.

Training support funds may not be available at this time. For assistance, contact the Academic Upgrading office: academicupgrading@sheridancollege.ca

You are encouraged to reach out to:

• Counselling Services
• Faculty members
• Peer mentors

Possibly not. Some courses may experience a delayed start. This is especially true for courses requiring coordination with school boards, faculty, and transportation logistics.

Most classes will not be cancelled during a strike; however, classes will likely change their delivery method which will be published in SLATE by your instructor.

You will be notified through:

• Your guidance counselor or school board representative
• Email from the Dual Credit office or faculty
• Microsoft Teams or SLATE announcements

Yes. As long as you complete the course requirements, you will receive official college transcripts.

In the event of a labour disruption, the Financial Aid and Awards Office will remain open; however, processing timelines may be delayed. Please continue to monitor the status of your OSAP application through the OSAP website. If a labour disruption affects OSAP or other financial aid programs, updates will be posted on Sheridan’s Financial Aid and Awards webpage.

OSAP processing will continue during labour disruption; however, processing timelines may be delayed. Please continue to monitor the status of your OSAP application through the OSAP website.

Yes, you will still be able to get your OSAP OAN during a strike. Information about obtaining your OAN will be posted on Sheridan’s myOTR website. Navigate to the Financial Aid section at the bottom of the page.

Yes, you will still be about obtaining and resetting your OSAP password will be posted on Sheridan’s myOTR website. Navigate to the Financial Aid section at the bottom of the page.

Payments from CIBC Student Pay, bank payments and OSAP payments will continue to be processed; however, processing timelines may be delayed.

Refund processing will continue during labour disruption; however, processing timelines may be delayed. Refunds sent through direct international bank wires (i.e., not supported by the CIBC Student Pay) and domestic electronic fund transfers to third parties (except to the National Student Loans Service Centre), will not be processed during the strike.

At this time, there will be no changes to fee payment deadlines due to the strike. However, should the strike action be prolonged, we will reassess the situation and communicate any updates as necessary. We remain committed to keeping you informed and minimizing any disruptions to your academic journey.

The posting of your International Application Fee posting will be delayed, so it may not appear in your myStudent Centre right away. This delay will not impact the status of your application.

Financial aid programs will continue to be available; however, processing timelines may be delayed. However, advising / budgeting support will not be available.

Adjudication of the Sheridan Tuition Bursary and Sheridan Bursary will not be impacted. If the labour disruption continues past October 5, applications for awards with deadlines on or after that date may take longer to process. If you applied for an award, you will be notified of any delays to the processing of your application.

Yes, you should submit your bursary, scholarship, and award applications as usual.

Your scholarship cheque can be mailed to Sheridan as mail services will remain operational; however, there may be delays in receiving and posting your scholarship payment.

Emergency financial assistance will continue to be available. Processing timelines may be impacted.

Your Fall 2025 registration should not be affected; however, invoicing to your third-party sponsor will be delayed. You will not be charged late fees because of invoicing delays.

Support is available online through Sheridan’s Service Hub. You can find answers to many common questions in the Knowledge Base. In-person, chat and telephone services are temporarily paused.

BSWD applications will continue to be processed; however, processing timelines may be delayed.

CIFS applications will continue to be processed; however, processing timelines may be delayed.

Canada Student Apprenticeship Loans processing will be temporarily paused. You will not be charged late fees because of processing delays.

Out-of-province student financial assistance will continue to be processed, but you should expect delays. You will not be charged late fees because of processing delays.

Sallie Mae loan processing will be temporarily paused. You will not be charged late fees because of processing delays.

Support is available online through Sheridan’s Service Hub. You can find answers to many common questions in the Knowledge Base.

In-person and telephone services are temporarily paused.

Webinars scheduled during the strike will be postponed and rescheduled. New dates and times will be posted on the Financial Aid and Awards webpage once they are confirmed.

Adjudication of fee refund appeals will be temporarily paused.

Yes. There is no interruption to students’ guard.me coverage.

The college will continue working to provide you with a world-class college experience. The standard rules for refunds will continue to apply during a strike.

A strike will not impact your eligibility for your PGWP.

Your study permit remains active and valid if there is a strike. A support staff strike is very unlikely to affect your academic progress. Sheridan will work to support you and maintain your student status during a strike.

Yes, unless Sheridan advises otherwise. Monitor your email and Sheridan's website for any changes.

Some services for international students may be impacted by a strike. Please check your email alongside Sheridan’s website and social channels for more information.

No. Faculty are not part of this strike. Classes will continue as scheduled.

Yes, international application processing will continue as normal; however, turnaround times may be extended.

Yes, PALs will be issued as normal.

Yes, LOA verifications will be performed as normal and in accordance with IRCC guidelines.

Yes, we will continue accepting study permits, proof of payment uploads, and facilitating registrations for the Fall semester as normal.

Students are encouraged to regularly check their Sheridan email, the Collective Bargaining web page, and the Sheridan ALERT! app for real-time updates. We may also provide information via social media.

Please note that all official Sheridan global emails, including institutional strike updates, are sent to your Sheridan email address, not your SLATE inbox. Some Sheridan student inboxes direct Sheridan global emails to a “Focused” inbox, and the messages do not appear in your primary inbox. This setting change must be made by each user. View the instructions for making this change to your email settings.

Campus tours may not be available during a potential labour action. Please check your email before travelling to campus, as the Recruitment team will provide updates on what to expect on the day of your visit. Information about what we are able to accommodate will be communicated directly to all visitors.

Yes. Applications are still being accepted. However, processing times may be extended.

Applications will continue to be processed, but there may be delays in receiving confirmations or responses.

Some events or services may be adjusted. Updates will be shared in advance.

For admission inquiries, please visit the hub.sheridancollege.ca. Answers to many common questions can be found by reviewing our Knowledge Base or submitting a Get Help ticket. Learn more about admission requirements and processes at sheridancollege.ca/admissions. Questions will be answered in the order that they are received. We thank you for your continued patience and understanding.

At this time, the collective bargaining process involves the union (OPSEU) representing full-time support staff employed by Ontario’s public colleges.

Administrative staff and faculty are not directly involved. However, you may be asked to assist in ensuring the continuity of services for students and the Sheridan community during any labour action.

Yes, unless otherwise notified, administrative staff and faculty will continue to report to work as usual. Please consult with your manager if you have any specific concerns regarding your role during this time.

The rights and obligations of administrative and faculty do not change in the event of labour action by the CAAT-FTSS group. Therefore, administrative staff and faculty would be required to report to work and fulfill their duties.

There may be temporary adjustments to responsibilities to ensure that essential services continue. Your manager will communicate any changes directly to you.

Employees who are concerned about the impact of labour action on their role, or that of their department, should raise their questions with their manager. Additional information can be found on collective bargaining webpage or by contacting hrstrike@sheridancollege.ca.

If a faculty member suspects a breach of academic integrity has occurred, please follow the steps as outlined below:

• Fill out the Breach Form.
• Investigate and decide if a breach has taken place.
• Treat all breaches as a Level 1 sanction.
• Communicate the decision and outcome to the student.
• Keep all records for later submission to the Symplicity system

Academic Integrity Remediation will not be available during a support staff strike. Breaches of a more serious nature (e.g. impersonation) can be elevated to the Associate Dean/Dean. Questions about academic integrity can be sent to aif@sheridancollege.ca.

All IT services will continue to operate, but with limited staffing. Please expect delays in response time as a result.

Yes. The IT Service Desk (x2150) and counter support will remain open at each campus, though staffing is limited. Support will be available from 8:30 am to 5 pm for the duration of the strike.

Please submit non-critical or non-time-sensitive requests through Service Sheridan for the best overall support experience. Please note that some requests may be logged for actioning on a priority basis upon the resumption of normal IT services.

Colleges continue to bargain with the union in an effort to reach a renewal collective agreement. Sheridan has been preparing contingency plans and will communicate updates to students regularly.

At the colleges, strikes are legal work stoppages. 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

We don’t know how long labour action would last if it happens. In the event of any labour action, our priority is to ensure there is as little disruption for students as possible. We will also keep staff and students updated through our website, newsletters and social media.

In Ontario, colleges bargain collectively. OPSEU is the union that represents Ontario’s college employee groups. The College Employer Council (CEC) is the government mandated bargaining agent for the 24 Ontario publicly funded colleges in negotiating collective agreements with unionized staff.

The collective agreement that exists for full-time support staff. Examples of members in this group include technicians and technologists, clerks, assistants, analysts, tutors, and facilities operators. The current CAAT-FTSS collective agreement expired on August 31, 2025.

A strike vote is a formal process where unionized employees vote on whether to give their union the authority to call a strike if contract negotiations with their employer break down.

Once the majority of employees vote in favour of a strike, the union may call a strike without further input from employees. The full-time support staff strike vote took place from August 13 through August 15, 2025, online and by phone.

Members of the full-time support staff union are employees who regularly work more than 24 hours per week in positions or classifications such as office, clerical, technical, health care, maintenance, building service, shipping, transportation, cafeteria, security, parking, academic technologist, and child care staff. This includes some members of the registrar’s office and student services offices. This vote does not involve academic professors, librarians, counsellors or instructors and those classified as administrative employees or management.

Sheridan expects that non striking employees will be available to work as scheduled. In some cases, employees may be re-assigned work outside their normal duties. Specific expectations will be communicated by your manager. Non-striking employees, who are completing work on campus, will be required to cross picket lines. A protocol that educates our community about crossing picket lines safely and respectfully will be available on the strike information page.

Students are free to make personal decisions about participating in demonstrations or picket lines, should they occur. However, the college encourages all students to prioritize their safety and academic responsibilities. Picket Line Guidelines will be available on our website.