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Social Justice

Making Connections: Climate Change and Social Justice

Sam Hammond

We are seeing, every day, the effects of climate change and the failure of governments to address them. We are more aware than ever of the impact climate change will have on the quality of life of future generations.

From the Editor

Izida Zorde

This Spring issue of Voice considers the strategies we use to ensure that students, communities and union members are supported, represented and reflected in our schools, our classrooms and in our organization as a whole.

Building a Union for All

Tamla Young

ETFO’s Annual Meeting is an opportunity for educators from around Ontario to come together and set the union’s priorities for the upcoming year. For four days, educators receive financial reports, engage in debate and vote on policies pertaining to bargaining, equity and social justice goals.

Advocacy From Asubpeeschoseewagong

Joanne Formanek Gustafson
JoAnne Formanek Gustafson considers the more than 50 years that Indigenous activists have been fighting for clean water for Grassy Narrows.

Your Federation: Fall 2024

ETFO VOICE

ETFO President Karen Brown Opens the 2024 Annual Meeting

President Karen Brown welcomed delegates to the 2024 ETFO Annual Meeting. Thanking ETFO’s 83,000 members, she also acknowledged local presidents and local leadership teams for their work supporting members.

Bargaining for a Fair Deal

Sharon O'Halloran
This year, ETFO celebrates our 25th anniversary, an important milestone for our organization and an opportunity to take a moment to reflect on the tremendous work we have done to support educators.

Engagement Through Elections

Christina Heyding
Christina Heyding considers how the last provincial election helped her teach her primary students about being engaged citizens.