News

February 11, 2021

March Break Postponed

AEFO, ETFO, OECTA, and OSSTF/FEESO strongly oppose the government’s plan to postpone March Break. These are unprecedented times, and this is a much-needed break for students, teachers, education workers, and families who have been under tremendous pressure throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The government’s decision to postpone March Break does not take into consideration the mental […]

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February 5, 2021

Join ETFO’s February Town Halls

To engage members and hear about safety concerns and experiences, your union is organizing telephone town hall meeting in February. All meetings are scheduled for one hour on Monday, February 8 and Thursday, February 11, 2021. Monday, February 8, from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) Avon Maitland (T/OT) ETFO’s February Town Hall […]

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February 4, 2021

ETFO Celebrating 10 Years of Full-Day Kindergarten in Ontario

ETFO is pleased to share a new research report written by Dr. Gordon Cleveland, Emeritus Associate Professor of Economics from the University of Toronto, titled “Ontario’s Kindergarten Program: A Success Story. How We All Benefit from Quality Public Full-Day Kindergarten.”  The report was commissioned by ETFO on the 10th anniversary of the introduction of this ground-breaking […]

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February 4, 2021

Pivot day prior to return to in-person learning

Good evening, As you know, it has recently been announced that bricks and mortar schools in Avon Maitland will be returning to in-person learning on Monday, February 8.  The Local has held many discussions with the board in recent days, both about workload and technology issues. These discussions have led to the agreement that Friday, February 5 will be a […]

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February 3, 2021

Addressing Anti-Asian Racism

The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) and Toronto District School Board (TDSB) proudly co-host the event: Addressing Anti-Asian Racism in Schools and Communities to unpack the impact of racism in our communities. This evening event happens at an opportune time to both acknowledge and celebrate Black History Month, and to highlight Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese New Year. Keynote speakers are […]

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February 3, 2021

Black History Month

Members, as you know, this week we marked the launch of Black History Month. Black History Month was established as a time to reflect on the rich contributions within our society from people of African and Caribbean decent, and to acknowledge their ongoing struggle for equity and social justice. ETFO ‘s statement on the importance […]

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February 3, 2021

Ontario’s Kindergarten Program: A Success Story

Little Children, Big Learning

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February 3, 2021

Environmental Education AQ

ETFO AQ Environmental Education Ad

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February 2, 2021

COVID-19 FAQ #22

The attached COVID enewsletter contains information on: reporting; Individual Education Plans (IEPs) member mental health WSIB claims; and COVID-19 exposure. COVID-19 FAQ #22

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January 28, 2021

Mental Health and Wellness Tips for Members During the Pandemic

ETFO Professional Relations Services has developed a new PRS Matters Bulletin (Bulletin #111) called Mental Health and Wellness Tips for Members During the Pandemic. The bulletin provides ETFO members with information and advice about keeping well. It also provides links to supports that are available to protect and improve their overall wellness during the pandemic. Mental Health and […]

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