The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) is a national organization that advocates for the social and economic interests of its members. It engages in lobbying efforts with governments, provides support in collective bargaining and legal matters, and actively defends academic freedom. CAUT offers various educational opportunities such as courses, workshops, and conferences, and conducts investigations into threats to academic freedom. The organization's national office conducts extensive research and publishes reports, newsletters, books, and a monthly newspaper. CAUT also maintains relationships with Canada's media and collaborates with national and international coalitions dedicated to the well-being of academic staff and students. Founded in 1951, CAUT represents over 70,000 teachers, librarians, researchers, and other academic professionals at 123 universities and colleges across Canada. Its mission is to improve the quality and accessibility of post-secondary education in the country.
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