University of Northern British Columbia president Daniel Weeks is taking medical leave.
In an email sent to UNBC staff on Wednesday, Weeks said he is taking the step effective immediately and its length is unknown at this point.
"I am dealing with some matters that I have put on hold for many, many weeks, but on the advice of my physician, I should no longer delay dealing with them," Weeks said.
Further details were not provided.
Geoff Payne, UNBC's vice president, research and graduate programs, will serve as acting president, Weeks said.
Last week, UNBC professor Peter Jackson presented a notice of motion to UNBC's senate calling for a non-confidence vote against Weeks.
A steering committee was to review the motion for inclusion in the Feb. 26 senate meeting.
It comes after a three-week strike by UNBC faculty in November. The faculty association and UNBC administration have agreed to take the labour dispute to arbitration.
