The students' association has not responded to any media requests.

Last week it said it will ensure students won't lose scheduled hours of work at the café following its closure. It aims to reopen the café eventually.

Dosman told The Record last week the cancelled contract meant he was out of a job just before Christmas. He said the ad was meant to be funny so he could attract new hires.

In Monday's press release, the students' association said that in any service contract "we would not sever the relationship without there having been clear opportunities for training, education, and personal growth throughout the duration of the contract."

It said the group has "resisted" making any formal statements following advice from counsel, but felt "the need" to release this one following threats.

It can be found at the graduate students' association website.