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Ontario Election – February 27
Your decision to vote could sway an election from someone who doesn’t have your best interests at heart to someone who does. Don’t sit out the February 27th election. Vote! For additional information, click on the attached link. Election 2025
Read MoreBuilding Better Schools
Ontario has a world-renowned publicly funded public education system. We are committed to improving our schools, to fighting for equity for all, and to creating a safe and supportive environment. As the heartbeat of public education, teachers and other education professionals play a critical role in helping to shape the system and develop our students […]
Read MoreImportant Staffing Dates 2025!
If you wish to apply for an Unpaid Leave of Absence, Unpaid Non-Statutory Parental Leave or Deferred Salary Leave Plan (this doesn’t include Pregnancy Leave) for the 2025-2026 school year, please complete the corresponding form below, by March 1st, 2025. If you are currently on an approved unpaid or non-statutory leave of absence (this doesn’t include Pregnancy […]
Read MoreUpcoming Professional Development Opportunity
Celebrating Curiosity with Nonfiction Books (Virtual Author Visit) on January 16 at 4:30pm: https://forms.gle/LtNwsxXFJz6DWiax8 Nonfiction books spark curiosity, celebrate diversity, inspire creativity and encourage enthusiasm. Children’s author (and former teacher) Annette Whipple shares strategies and activities to effectively use nonfiction in K-8 classrooms with ELA, science, and history beyond research. Participants will see examples of how they can use […]
Read MoreJanuary 24, 2025 International Day of Education
Did you know that Friday Janaury 24th, 2025 is the International Day of Education? On December 3, 2018 the United Nations general assembly proclaimed the 24th of Janaury will be recognized as an International Day of Education for the contribution it makes for peace and development around the world. https://www.un.org/en/observances/education-day
Read MoreETFO media statement re Minister of Education appointment
This morning, Premier Ford was sworn in alongside his new Cabinet, which includes MPP Stephen Lecce who was re-appointed Minister of Education. Please read the attached media statement. STATEMENT – ETFO statement on re-appointment of MPP Stephen Lecce as education minister
Read MoreBill C-8 and Tax Returns
This is an update regarding federal Bill C-8, which implemented some tax measures contained in the last fiscal update tabled in Parliament in December, including a change to the existing educator school supply tax credit. Under Bill C-8, the rate of refund for this tax credit increased from 15 per cent to 25 per cent. […]
Read MorePRS Podcast: Use of Technology in the Classroom
A new podcast from Professional Relations Services is now available on the ETFO website. This episode addresses using technology in the classroom. It can be found at ETFO.ca. If you have any questions about this podcast, please contact PRS staff member Greg Weiler at gweiler@etfo.org
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