Dear Member, As you are likely aware, two weeks ago, the TDSB launched an investigation into a field trip several schools took to the Grassy Narrows River Run. This event is held annually in support of the Grassy Narrows Indigenous community and their call for clean water and an end to the mercury poisoning which […] Read More
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Informing and Engaging Members September 26, 2024 – Fund Our Schools, Workload Memoranda, OTIP Co-Lab Initiative and more…
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation OSSTF recognizes Monday, September 30, 2024, as National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day and encourages all members to acknowledge this annual event. Members can participate virtually by sharing images and messages on social media that demonstrate their support for this day using... Read More
Collective Bargaining Committee (CBC) Election Results
The Members elected to the Collective Bargaining Committee for the upcoming round of negotiations are: 1. Akerman, Sonia 2. Barltrop, Michael 3. Byrnes, Heather 4. Cole, Victor 5. Izzard, Danica 6. Lanteigne, Maryline 7. Laufer, Eitan 8. Law, Jason 9. Mendez, Daniela 10. Parise, Anthony... Read More
Informing and Engaging Members September 19, 2024 – National Day and Week for Truth and Reconciliation, Branch Presidents’ Workshop, Student Achievement Awards and more…
OSSTF/FEESO Recognizes National Day and Week for Truth and Reconciliation Truth and Reconciliation Day, observed annually on September 30, is dedicated to recognizing and addressing the injustices faced by Indigenous peoples in Canada. The day is a result of years of advocacy and calls for justice. This day stands as a vital step in the […] Read More
Informing and Engaging Members September 12, 2024 – New Member Workgroup, Political Action Committee, Argos Game and more…
New Member Engagement Advisory Workgroup The Provincial Executive is seeking up to (8) Members who have been part of OSSTF/FEESO for (8) years or less, to serve on the New Member Engagement Advisory Work Group (NMEAWG) for two years. The NMEAWG advises the Provincial Executive on matters related to new member engagement, such as: resources... Read More
Informing and Engaging Members September 5, 2024 – Branch Executive Elections, Benefits Advisory, Toronto Argos Game and more…
Schedule of Availability in Schools A reminder to Members that schools are required to have a Schedule of Availability be posted or provided to each Teacher prior to the first instance of coverage and/or supervision being assigned at the beginning of each semester and upon any changes made to the Schedule of Availability. If you […] Read More
Join OSSTF Toronto for the Labour Day Parade – Monday September 2, 2024!
Mark your calendars for this year’s Annual Labour Day Parade on Monday, 2 September. Join OSSTF D12 Toronto and all the affiliates of the Labour Council at the 2024 Labour Day parade in celebration acknowledging how “Workers Shape our Future.” We will muster at Centre and Armoury Streets at 10 a.m., where we will hand out... Read More
Informing and Engaging Members June 28, 2024 – Toronto Carribbean Festival, Labour Day Parade, TBU Summer Office Closure and more…
Executive Officer School Assignments Please note that some school assignments may have changed due to changes on the Executive team. These changes are effective July 1, 2024, and will be available on our website by the end of the week of July 5, 2024. OSSTF @ Toronto Caribbean Carnival The Toronto Caribbean Carnival is once […] Read More
Informing and Engaging Members June 20, 2024 – Mutually Agreeable Position Switch, Toronto Pride, Staffing Update and more…
Mutually Agreeable Position Switch (MAPS) Opens June 21, 2024 A Mutually Agreeable Position Switch (MAPS) is a teacher-initiated, qualifications based timetable switch. Teachers must be fully placed as per their contract status to participate. The switch must be supported by the two teachers and the two Principals. A form must be completed by... Read More
Informing and Engaging Members June 13 2024 – Toronto Pride Event, FNMI Advisory Workgroup, Judicial Council Vacancies, and more…
Come and Celebrate Pride! This year, OSSTF Toronto will be hosting a Pride Social on Friday, June 21st, at The Firkin on Bay Street from 4:30 pm until 7:30 pm. This is located at 1075 Bay Street, Toronto. All OSSTF Toronto Members are welcome to attend as well as family and friends. Register at the […] Read More