OSSTF Toronto Teachers in the News re: Hybrid Learning  We continue to use a variety of tools and strategies to push back against the hybrid learning model. Part of this strategy has been being vocal in the media about the perils of using this model. Below are just some of the articles and video pieces […] Read More

Dear Branch Presidents, The TTBU Executive wishes to draw your attention to three items of importance: Executive School Visits          Now that the school year has begun, The TTBU Executive is beginning a round of school visits. Between Monday November 15, 2021 and January 31, 2021, Members of the Executive will visit every Branch to discuss... Read More

Addressing Anti-Black Racism and Anti-Racism and Oppression Resources  Did you know that the OSSTF Toronto website has a section dedicated to Addressing Anti-Black Racism and Anti-Indigenous Racism, and Anti-Racism Resources? It has recently been updated to include additional resources, the OSSTF/ FEESO Action Plan to Support Equity and... Read More

Every year around Human Rights Day (December 10), Amnesty International supporters around the world send letters, emails, and petitions in support of people at risk of human rights abuses. The District 12 Human Rights Committee will be hosting an Amnesty International Write for Rights virtual event on December 6, between 5pm and 7pm. Please... Read More

OSSTF Toronto Human Rights Committee – Award of Merit The OSSTF Toronto Human Rights Committee has established an Award of Merit to honour outstanding OSSTF Toronto members (TBU, OTBU, and PSSP) who have demonstrated leadership in any of the following categories: COMMUNITY IMPACT (locally, provincially, or globally) EQUITY AND HUMAN... Read More

This Thursday, October 28, 2021 at 4:45pm, our friends and colleagues at the Elementary Teachers’ of Toronto are holding a rally at TDSB headquarters (5050 Yonge Street) to protest Hybrid Learning. OSSTF Toronto President, Michelle Teixeira has been invited to speak and we are encouraging our Members to participate. Please plan to... Read More

The following is an excerpt  from the President’s Report that was provided at the October 21, 2021 TTBU Council Meeting. It is written by President, Michelle Teixeira. Dismantling Anti-Black Racism and Intersectional Oppression – District Levy and District Executive Officers As you may be aware, last June at our District Annual General... Read More

Branch Executive Forms – A Reminder This is a reminder that all branch presidents should submit their completed branch executive forms as soon as possible. This is to ensure we have the most up to date information for all branches. The forms and procedures can be found here on the website. Please send the completed […] Read More

No Hybrid Sticker and Social Media Event Yesterday’s No Hybrid Sticker and social media solidarity event was a great success. Many, many teachers shared their images and personal stories on social media. Further, over the course of two TDSB committee meetings, 13 of our Members, as well as Vice President, Chris Chandler presented heartfelt�... Read More

In accordance with the TTBU Constitution, Bylaw 3.1.7, an Election Commission, consisting of members of Council, shall be established in an election year and shall stay in existence for two years. It shall operate for both regular biennial May elections and by-elections that may occur during this two year period. The Election Commission is... Read More