The provincially appointed mediator has invited both sides in this dispute to meet with him

Nipissing University issued a news release this afternoon.

"On Monday, November 23, Nipissing University received a message from the provincially appointed mediator inviting both parties to an exploratory meeting.



The mediator provided the following statement:



"The provincially appointed mediator has invited both sides in this dispute to meet with him for an exploratory discussion to evaluate whether or not a resumption of collective bargaining is appropriate at this time."



A university spokesman says it looks forward to discussions with NUFA representatives and the mediator. "We remain committed to the negotiation process and hope to see our students back in class soon.," said Bob Pipe in the release.

Pipe told BayToday the meeting will take place sometime this week at an undisclosed location.