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.
Voices
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.
Strong Member Solidarity Was Key to Our Bargaining Gains
On December 15, ETFO Teacher/Occasional Teacher members voted 90 percent in favour of accepting the Teacher/Occasional Teacher Central Agreement.
New Agreements and a Secure Path Forward
With bargaining, lobbying, public campaigns, government submissions, legal challenges, dozens of concurrent programs and all of the other work that ETFO does in service to our members, this fall was an extremely busy time.
From the Editor
The winter issue of Voice comes on the heels of one of the longest rounds of bargaining in ETFO’s history.
Working Together for a Fair Deal and World-Class Public Schools
With another school year about to begin as I write this, I want to start by saying thank you.
Bargaining for a Fair Deal
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.