Postsecondary, training and labour Minister Jody Carr announcing the appointment of a special outside mediator while directing both sides in the UNB faculty dispute back to the bargaining table.
Carr says Brian Keller will meet with both sides on Wednesday and Thursday.
Carr adds he has the endorsement of both sides and this move adds a new level of urgency to the process.
Carr says Keller is an expert in labour law practicing in the field since 1972 and has served as vice chair of the Canadian Labour Relations Board.