Defeating Ford Will Require All of Us to Mobilize for Change
With the optimism that a new school year brings, I want to begin by expressing my sincere gratitude to you for your commitment to public education.
Voices
Together, We Will Continue to Fight to Make Our Vision for Public Education a Reality
Educators are the heart of our public education system. As you start the new school year, I want to thank you.
From the Editor
With the fall issue of Voice, we are focused on supporting educators with the issues you are facing as you return for another school year.
Strong Women Mentors are the Backbone of ETFO
I want to begin this final column of the year with a thank you to all the educators who have made such a tremendous impact on public schools and students this year.
The Story of ETFO is a Story of the Fight for Women's Rights
The story of ETFO is, in many ways, the story of the fight for women and women’s rights, beginning with equal pay for women, fighting for pregnancy and parental leave – later adopted across the province – and ensuring that women’s voices are heard at decision-making tables.
From the Editor
The summer issue of Voice is our Women’s issue, an opportunity to celebrate the teaching work, achievements and organizing of women.
Working to Build a Brighter and More Equitable Tomorrow
On February 12, the Ontario Court of Appeals upheld the ruling that Bill 124, which imposed a one percent cap on annual wage increases for public sector workers for three years, was an unconstitutional attack on workers’ rights.
Our Resolve Remains Unshakeable
On February 12, the Ontario Court of Appeals upheld the ruling that Bill 124 was an unconstitutional attack on workers’ rights, marking a pivotal moment in ETFO’s fight for free and fair collective bargaining.
From the Editor
The spring issue of Voice is our Environment issue, focussed on teaching climate justice, environmental stewardship and equity.