York University

Toronto, Canada

York University is a public research university located in Toronto, Canada offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. It is known for its research contributions and its faculty's expertise in government ethics, serving a robust educational community.

CCI Score

-9.19

0.01% April 18

Latest Event

York University Strike Resolution Advances Labor Rights

Approximately 3,000 academic union workers at York University voted in favor of a tentative agreement to end a seven‐week strike, securing gains such as retroactive pay and wage increases. The agreement sets a higher floor for future wage negotiations and ensures improved conditions for academic workers.

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York University is currently rated as a Collaborator.

-5 to -9 CCI Score

In this category, companies align with authoritarian practices mainly to avoid trouble or regulatory conflict. Their compliance is driven by self-preservation, resulting in minimal resistance even as they participate in oppressive systems.

Latest Events

APR

19

2024

York University Strike Resolution Advances Labor Rights
72.40

Approximately 3,000 academic union workers at York University voted in favor of a tentative agreement to end a seven‐week strike, securing gains such as retroactive pay and wage increases. The agreement sets a higher floor for future wage negotiations and ensures improved conditions for academic workers.
+80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 28

The successful resolution of the strike through union ratification demonstrates a commitment to fair labor practices and improved working conditions. The agreement, which includes retroactive pay and wage increases, represents a progressive step in protecting the rights of academic workers, aligning with anti-fascist principles by reinforcing worker empowerment and equity.

York University strike ends as union votes in favour of tentative agreement
OCT

12

2023

York University Administration Condemns Student Union Statement
-42.95

York University’s administration condemned a student union statement expressing solidarity with Palestine, demanding the resignation of student union leaders and launching a review to assess potential breaches of responsibilities. Critics argue that this action undermines democratic representation and free speech on campus.
-50

Public and Political Behavior

March 28

The university's decision to demand resignations and initiate a review in response to a politically motivated student union statement is seen as an authoritarian move that suppresses democratic expression. Such actions align with authoritarian, top-down control that undermines free speech, a core value for protecting marginalized voices.

Dispute involving student unions at York University reignites long-standing tensions
OCT

01

2023

York University Establishes Protocol for Government Contacts
17.13

York University has implemented a protocol outlining how its various departments should coordinate with government officials. The protocol centralizes communications through the Office of the President to ensure effective and compliant engagement with municipal, provincial, and federal actors.
+20

Public and Political Behavior

March 28

By instituting a centralized protocol for contacting government officials, York University is promoting transparency and accountability. This approach helps prevent uncoordinated or potentially exploitative political engagements that could be co-opted by authoritarian forces, supporting measures that ensure compliance with lobbying legislation.

York University Protocol for Contacting Government Officials
AUG

30

2023

Unfair Labour Practices Complaint Filed Against York University
-67.92

CUPE 3903, representing over 3,000 striking contract faculty, has lodged an unfair labour practices complaint against York University. The union alleges that the university misrepresented job security offers, falsely portrayed union proposals as improper, and misappropriated the union’s domain name to mislead the public during ongoing labour negotiations.
-80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 28

CUPE 3903's complaint accuses York University of deliberately mischaracterizing key labour issues—including job security offers and union proposals—and misusing digital assets to deceive the public. Such actions compromise labor rights and fair negotiation practices, reflecting negatively on the institution’s ethical responsibilities towards its workforce.

CUPE files unfair labour practices complaint against York University
JUN

01

2023

York University Proposes Sub-Minimum Wage Increases
-57.98

York University has proposed wage increases for its contract staff (YUSA Unit 2) that would set their hourly pay below the minimum wage, prompting plans for a strike vote by the union.
-70

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 28

York University’s proposal to raise wages to levels that remain below the minimum wage, combined with the lack of benefits and job security for the most vulnerable contract workers (YUSA Unit 2), exemplifies exploitative labor practices. This decision is particularly egregious given the university’s substantial budget surplus, highlighting a disregard for basic workers’ rights.

York University staff to hold strike vote after university proposes lower than minimum wage pay
JAN

01

2023

York University Government Relations and Lobbying Activity
7.95

The article details how York University's Government Relations unit cultivates strategic relationships with elected and non-elected officials. It highlights the institution's mandatory reporting of lobbying activities to federal and provincial governments, reflecting its efforts to engage with policymakers in a transparent manner.
+10

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 28

York University’s systematic approach to engaging with government officials, including its status as a registered lobbyist with both the Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario, reflects a structured and transparent political engagement. There is no evidence linking this practice to authoritarian or far‐right activities, and it aligns with established public accountability practices.

Government Relations at York University
OCT

01

2021

Routine Lobbying Registration and Compliance
7.01

York University meets its federal and provincial lobbying registration obligations by regularly reporting meetings with elected officials and senior government representatives as required by Canadian law. This transparency ensures accountability in its interactions with governmental bodies.
+10

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 28

York University’s adherence to mandatory federal and provincial lobbying reporting requirements demonstrates a commitment to transparency and accountability in its political engagements. While lobbying inherently involves interactions with government officials, the routine and compliant nature of these reports helps ensure democratic oversight rather than secretive or coercive influence.

Lobbying - Government and Community Relations & Protocol - York University