Read more about the article Ford government claims “record funding,” delivers more public education cuts
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Ford government claims “record funding,” delivers more public education cuts

The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) is pushing back against the Ford government’s latest education funding announcement, saying the promise of “record” investments doesn’t reflect the reality in Ontario’s public schools: 

“Despite claims of record spending, educators across Ontario continue to see the cumulative effects of chronic provincial underfunding: larger class sizes, fewer supports for students (especially those with disabilities), deteriorating school infrastructure, rising violence in schools, and increasing demands placed on under-resourced staff. This isn’t record funding; it’s systemic neglect. 

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May 23, 2025
Read more about the article First Steps Program 2025
ETFO Provincial

First Steps Program 2025

August 11-14, 2025

ETFO is looking for 10 observers from designated groups to attend the 2025 Annual Meeting as part of the First Steps program.

Selected participants will learn about Robert’s Rules of Order, get to know Annual Meeting operating procedures, and observe what it is like to be part of the democratic process of the Federation.

Registration closes June 5 at 4:00 p.m.

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May 22, 2025
Read more about the article ETFO Collective Bargaining Survey
Collective Bargaining

ETFO Collective Bargaining Survey

Members who have shared a current email address with ETFO Provincial should have already received an invitation and link to complete the 2026 Collective Bargaining Survey. The survey takes approximately 10 minutes and will remain open until May 30.

This is your opportunity to let ETFO know what matters most to you!

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May 13, 2025
Read more about the article Collective Agreement Scavenger Hunt
Local News

Collective Agreement Scavenger Hunt

Our 2022-2026 collective agreement is now available here, and it’s time to put your AOTL detective skills to the test! 

Use our agreement to answer 10 Scavenger Hunt questions.  Get 7 or more correct, and you’ll be entered into a draw for one of four $50 gift cards!  

Deadline to enter:  Friday, May 23 at 11:59 p.m.

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May 13, 2025
Read more about the article Local Executive Nominations
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Local Executive Nominations

The nomination period for positions on our 2025-2027 Local Executive has now closed. The following candidates have been elected by acclamation:

  • Ryan Geick – President
  • Sue Geick – Vice President
  • Erika Vecchio – Treasurer
  • Kim Whitmore – Secretary
  • Pam Miller – Member at Large

We thank these members for stepping forward to serve in leadership roles, and we look forward to their contributions in the coming term.

Thank you to Nichole Stewart Murray for serving as Elections Chair.

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May 12, 2025
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Professional Development

2025 Summer Academy

Summer Academy includes in-person courses at various locations across Ontario, as well as virtual sessions. Registration is $75 for in-person courses and $30 for virtual.

All courses are facilitated by dynamic presenters and are structured to meet the personal and professional needs of members.

Visit events.etfo.org for registration and additional information (login required).

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May 9, 2025
Read more about the article Say No to the EQAO Teacher Questionnaire
General Announcements

Say No to the EQAO Teacher Questionnaire

ETFO continues to advise members not to participate in the voluntary EQAO teacher questionnaire. EQAO has indicated it is leveraging information from teacher questionnaires to investigate decreasing scores.

This risks the transferring of accountability to teachers and away from the government for its systemic underfunding of public education.

Learn more about ETFO’s position on EQAO.

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April 30, 2025
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Spring Annual Meeting

Saturday, May 24
8:30 breakfast, Business to follow
The Water Tower Inn, SSM

RSVP Here

All elementary occasional teachers are invited to join us for a complimentary breakfast and attend our 2025 Spring Annual Meeting!

Thought about getting involved?

Share your voice and OT expertise by joining the local leadership team. Nominations are now being accepted for the 2025-27 term. Elections will be held for President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Member-at-Large positions.

To submit your nomination, contact Nichole Stewart-Murray, Elections Chair (moc.l1748042681iamg@1748042681yarru1748042681msln1748042681) with the names and email addresses of a mover and seconder. Copy your mover and seconder when you submit your nomination to Nichole. The nomination window closes May 10 at 11:59 p.m. EDT. Elections will be held at our Spring AGM.

Constitution Amendments

Proposed constitutional amendments must be submitted to the Local office no later than the end of day on Thursday, April 24. The AOTL constitution can be found here.

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April 14, 2025
Read more about the article Intent to Remain Forms
General Announcements

Intent to Remain Forms

Intent to Remain Form must be completed by May 31 in order to stay on the elementary Occasional Teacher Roster for the 2025-26 school year.  Please attend to this responsibility even if you are currently on a leave, or are planning to request a leave next year.

To complete the form:
Log into your Employee Portal.
Click “Forms Online > Forms” in the left hand margin.
Click on “Intent to Remain – Elementary” to open and complete the form.
Press the green button to submit.

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April 7, 2025