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Important Information – ETFO Transfers, Change of Status
ETFO Voluntary Transfer – Regular Teachers’ Bargaining Unit ETFO teachers wishing to request a Voluntary Transfer to a different school for the 2026-2027 school year must complete the ETFO Voluntary Transfer form on or before March 20, 2026, in order to be added to the voluntary transfer request list that will be used during the staffing […]
Read MoreETFO Building Better Schools Campaign
The ETFO Building Better Schools Campaign is a public advocacy initiative. It focuses on improved investment and improved conditions with the province’s public education system. Some of its key goals and issues include focusing on smaller class sizes, better support for students with special needs, safer schools, and enhanced resources. The website https://www.buildingbetterschools.ca/ has a unique […]
Read MoreETFO Responds to Education Minister Withholding EQAO Results
The following is a statement from the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) President David Mastin in response to Education Minister Paul Calandra withholding Education Quality & Accountability Office (EQAO) results, which are typically released at the end of September: “The Minister’s decision to delay the release of EQAO results offers a long-overdue opportunity for […]
Read MoreCall for Stories ~ Sharing Stories of Advocacy
Through the Multi-year Strategy to Address Violence in Schools, ETFO has provided information, resources, and support to ETFO members, so that they will better understand their right to be safe from violence at work, and how to assert their rights. As we add to the new video series in the Action on Violence Toolkit, we […]
Read MoreOntario 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 MoreETFO Building Better Schools Campaign
The ETFO Building Better Schools Campaign is a public advocacy initiative. It focuses on improved investment and improved conditions with the province’s public education system. Some of its key goals and issues include focusing on smaller class sizes, better support for students with special needs, safer schools, and enhanced resources. The website https://www.buildingbetterschools.ca/ has a unique […]
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
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