OSSTF/FEESO
@osstf.bsky.social
OSSTF/FEESO represents 60,000+ frontline education workers in Ontario's schools, from JK to post-secondary. Contact us: https://osstf.on.ca/about-us/contact
Today, the PCs bragged about “record” post-secondary funding during Question Period at Queen's Park.
Reality check: Ontario ranks dead last in Canada!
No spin can hide it. Ontario STILL needs to reinvest in colleges and universities: bit.ly/4pmNhal
Reality check: Ontario ranks dead last in Canada!
No spin can hide it. Ontario STILL needs to reinvest in colleges and universities: bit.ly/4pmNhal
November 26, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Today, the PCs bragged about “record” post-secondary funding during Question Period at Queen's Park.
Reality check: Ontario ranks dead last in Canada!
No spin can hide it. Ontario STILL needs to reinvest in colleges and universities: bit.ly/4pmNhal
Reality check: Ontario ranks dead last in Canada!
No spin can hide it. Ontario STILL needs to reinvest in colleges and universities: bit.ly/4pmNhal
Ontario’s school boards and local democracy are under real pressure. This timely 2-part webinar series explores what’s at stake and what a stronger, more democratic future could look like.
📆 Dec 8 & 17 | 🕔 5–7 pm
➡️ Register: www.surveymonkey.com/r/QVWXSWG
📆 Dec 8 & 17 | 🕔 5–7 pm
➡️ Register: www.surveymonkey.com/r/QVWXSWG
November 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Ontario’s school boards and local democracy are under real pressure. This timely 2-part webinar series explores what’s at stake and what a stronger, more democratic future could look like.
📆 Dec 8 & 17 | 🕔 5–7 pm
➡️ Register: www.surveymonkey.com/r/QVWXSWG
📆 Dec 8 & 17 | 🕔 5–7 pm
➡️ Register: www.surveymonkey.com/r/QVWXSWG
Concerns grow about the decision to withhold EQAO results.
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social said the delay created “uncertainty for families, staff & school boards.”
“Ontarians deserve transparency about what prompted the delay & what the gov't learned from that review."
bit.ly/4popsy8
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social said the delay created “uncertainty for families, staff & school boards.”
“Ontarians deserve transparency about what prompted the delay & what the gov't learned from that review."
bit.ly/4popsy8
Ontario Education Minister to release EQAO results next week, won’t apologize for delay
Paul Calandra says he withheld test scores to analyze how tests work, understand if math and literacy funding in wake of COVID-19 is yielding results
bit.ly
November 25, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Concerns grow about the decision to withhold EQAO results.
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social said the delay created “uncertainty for families, staff & school boards.”
“Ontarians deserve transparency about what prompted the delay & what the gov't learned from that review."
bit.ly/4popsy8
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social said the delay created “uncertainty for families, staff & school boards.”
“Ontarians deserve transparency about what prompted the delay & what the gov't learned from that review."
bit.ly/4popsy8
Today and every day, we stand with survivors and work to end gender-based violence in all its forms. 🧡The United Nations has a campaign entitled 'UNITE To End Violence Against Women Campaign'. Learn more at bit.ly/4pjUl6V
#EndViolenceAgainstWomen #OrangeTheWorld
#EndViolenceAgainstWomen #OrangeTheWorld
November 25, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Today and every day, we stand with survivors and work to end gender-based violence in all its forms. 🧡The United Nations has a campaign entitled 'UNITE To End Violence Against Women Campaign'. Learn more at bit.ly/4pjUl6V
#EndViolenceAgainstWomen #OrangeTheWorld
#EndViolenceAgainstWomen #OrangeTheWorld
WEBINAR: Generative Artificial Intelligence: A Revolution in Action for Teachers
Join the Ontario Teachers' Federation for a practical introduction to how Gen AI — including ChatGPT — is reshaping classrooms & teaching practice.
📆 November 27, 2025
🕟 4:30 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
🔗 Register: bit.ly/3LXbViY
Join the Ontario Teachers' Federation for a practical introduction to how Gen AI — including ChatGPT — is reshaping classrooms & teaching practice.
📆 November 27, 2025
🕟 4:30 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
🔗 Register: bit.ly/3LXbViY
November 24, 2025 at 4:00 PM
WEBINAR: Generative Artificial Intelligence: A Revolution in Action for Teachers
Join the Ontario Teachers' Federation for a practical introduction to how Gen AI — including ChatGPT — is reshaping classrooms & teaching practice.
📆 November 27, 2025
🕟 4:30 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
🔗 Register: bit.ly/3LXbViY
Join the Ontario Teachers' Federation for a practical introduction to how Gen AI — including ChatGPT — is reshaping classrooms & teaching practice.
📆 November 27, 2025
🕟 4:30 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
🔗 Register: bit.ly/3LXbViY
ICYMI: Bill 33 passed this week, giving the government sweeping control over school boards and skipping public debate to get there.
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social joined Global News to break down why Bill 33 gets it wrong. #OntEd
bit.ly/47X721W
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social joined Global News to break down why Bill 33 gets it wrong. #OntEd
bit.ly/47X721W
Ontario passes Bill 33, shifting power from school boards to province | Watch News Videos Online
Watch Ontario passes Bill 33, shifting power from school boards to province Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca
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November 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
ICYMI: Bill 33 passed this week, giving the government sweeping control over school boards and skipping public debate to get there.
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social joined Global News to break down why Bill 33 gets it wrong. #OntEd
bit.ly/47X721W
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social joined Global News to break down why Bill 33 gets it wrong. #OntEd
bit.ly/47X721W
📺 Tune in today!
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social spoke with Global News this morning about the passage of Bill 33 and why so many #OntEd education workers, teachers, parents, and students oppose this harmful legislation.
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social spoke with Global News this morning about the passage of Bill 33 and why so many #OntEd education workers, teachers, parents, and students oppose this harmful legislation.
November 20, 2025 at 1:22 PM
📺 Tune in today!
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social spoke with Global News this morning about the passage of Bill 33 and why so many #OntEd education workers, teachers, parents, and students oppose this harmful legislation.
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social spoke with Global News this morning about the passage of Bill 33 and why so many #OntEd education workers, teachers, parents, and students oppose this harmful legislation.
Today we honour the memory of trans and gender-diverse people whose lives were lost to violence.
We commit to building a world where all trans people can live freely and safely. 🕯️ #TransRightsAreHumanRights #TransDayOfRemembrance
We commit to building a world where all trans people can live freely and safely. 🕯️ #TransRightsAreHumanRights #TransDayOfRemembrance
November 20, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Today we honour the memory of trans and gender-diverse people whose lives were lost to violence.
We commit to building a world where all trans people can live freely and safely. 🕯️ #TransRightsAreHumanRights #TransDayOfRemembrance
We commit to building a world where all trans people can live freely and safely. 🕯️ #TransRightsAreHumanRights #TransDayOfRemembrance
#OSSTF leaders & delegates joined the @oflabour.bsky.social rally today, marching w/ allies to Queen’s Park, demanding better for Ontario: better schools, better services & better leadership!
Bill 33 passed, but our resolve only strengthened.
“Who’s house? OUR house!
Who’s schools? OUR schools!”
Bill 33 passed, but our resolve only strengthened.
“Who’s house? OUR house!
Who’s schools? OUR schools!”
November 19, 2025 at 7:20 PM
#OSSTF leaders & delegates joined the @oflabour.bsky.social rally today, marching w/ allies to Queen’s Park, demanding better for Ontario: better schools, better services & better leadership!
Bill 33 passed, but our resolve only strengthened.
“Who’s house? OUR house!
Who’s schools? OUR schools!”
Bill 33 passed, but our resolve only strengthened.
“Who’s house? OUR house!
Who’s schools? OUR schools!”
Yesterday, #OSSTF stood w/ #OntEd allies to call out this govt’s harmful legislation. Today, despite the voices of teachers, ed workers, parents, & students, they've pushed #Bill33 through... but let’s be clear: this is not the end.
We won’t stop. We won’t be silenced. We’re just getting started ✊🏽
We won’t stop. We won’t be silenced. We’re just getting started ✊🏽
November 19, 2025 at 4:49 PM
JOINT STATEMENT: Ontario's Education Unions Warn Against Passage of Bill 33!
#Bill33 will be passed despite opposition from ed workers, parents, & students. Ontario’s education unions are united in condemning this harmful legislation + its impact on democracy & #OntEd: bit.ly/3KamYVh
#OSSTF #OnPoli
#Bill33 will be passed despite opposition from ed workers, parents, & students. Ontario’s education unions are united in condemning this harmful legislation + its impact on democracy & #OntEd: bit.ly/3KamYVh
#OSSTF #OnPoli
November 18, 2025 at 7:36 PM
JOINT STATEMENT: Ontario's Education Unions Warn Against Passage of Bill 33!
#Bill33 will be passed despite opposition from ed workers, parents, & students. Ontario’s education unions are united in condemning this harmful legislation + its impact on democracy & #OntEd: bit.ly/3KamYVh
#OSSTF #OnPoli
#Bill33 will be passed despite opposition from ed workers, parents, & students. Ontario’s education unions are united in condemning this harmful legislation + its impact on democracy & #OntEd: bit.ly/3KamYVh
#OSSTF #OnPoli
🟥 DON’T FORGET — Wear Red for Ed TOMORROW!
Bill 33 is expected to pass on Nov. 18, putting the future of publicly funded education in Ontario at risk. Show your solidarity & commitment to a strong, well-funded #OntEd system by wearing #RedForEd.
Share your photos and tag @osstf.bsky.social #OSSTF!
Bill 33 is expected to pass on Nov. 18, putting the future of publicly funded education in Ontario at risk. Show your solidarity & commitment to a strong, well-funded #OntEd system by wearing #RedForEd.
Share your photos and tag @osstf.bsky.social #OSSTF!
November 17, 2025 at 8:00 PM
🟥 DON’T FORGET — Wear Red for Ed TOMORROW!
Bill 33 is expected to pass on Nov. 18, putting the future of publicly funded education in Ontario at risk. Show your solidarity & commitment to a strong, well-funded #OntEd system by wearing #RedForEd.
Share your photos and tag @osstf.bsky.social #OSSTF!
Bill 33 is expected to pass on Nov. 18, putting the future of publicly funded education in Ontario at risk. Show your solidarity & commitment to a strong, well-funded #OntEd system by wearing #RedForEd.
Share your photos and tag @osstf.bsky.social #OSSTF!
Creating safe & inclusive schools starts with each of us!
This Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week, let’s stand together for kindness, respect, and equity. Everyone deserves to feel safe at school.
#BullyingAwarenessWeek #StopBullying #OSSTF #OntEd
This Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week, let’s stand together for kindness, respect, and equity. Everyone deserves to feel safe at school.
#BullyingAwarenessWeek #StopBullying #OSSTF #OntEd
November 17, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Creating safe & inclusive schools starts with each of us!
This Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week, let’s stand together for kindness, respect, and equity. Everyone deserves to feel safe at school.
#BullyingAwarenessWeek #StopBullying #OSSTF #OntEd
This Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week, let’s stand together for kindness, respect, and equity. Everyone deserves to feel safe at school.
#BullyingAwarenessWeek #StopBullying #OSSTF #OntEd
ICYMI: Ontario’s “contingency fund” just ballooned to $4.5 billion — up $1.8 billion!
That’s money not going to classrooms or hospitals. And ministries can’t even access these funds. They’re tucked away for “future flexibility,” not for the services Ontarians rely on.
🔗 bit.ly/3WMCfhM
That’s money not going to classrooms or hospitals. And ministries can’t even access these funds. They’re tucked away for “future flexibility,” not for the services Ontarians rely on.
🔗 bit.ly/3WMCfhM
Ontario Fall Economic Statement: No help on the way - CCPA
Last May, CCPA’s detailed analysis of the Ontario budget argued that it failed to address years-long funding shortfalls, leaving the province vulnerable to the economic storm on the horizon.
bit.ly
November 16, 2025 at 8:00 PM
ICYMI: Ontario’s “contingency fund” just ballooned to $4.5 billion — up $1.8 billion!
That’s money not going to classrooms or hospitals. And ministries can’t even access these funds. They’re tucked away for “future flexibility,” not for the services Ontarians rely on.
🔗 bit.ly/3WMCfhM
That’s money not going to classrooms or hospitals. And ministries can’t even access these funds. They’re tucked away for “future flexibility,” not for the services Ontarians rely on.
🔗 bit.ly/3WMCfhM
Today we honour Louis Riel, Métis leader, visionary, and defender of minority rights. His legacy reminds us of the ongoing fight for justice and self-determination for Métis people.
#LouisRielDay #MétisNation #Reconciliation #onted
#LouisRielDay #MétisNation #Reconciliation #onted
November 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Today we honour Louis Riel, Métis leader, visionary, and defender of minority rights. His legacy reminds us of the ongoing fight for justice and self-determination for Métis people.
#LouisRielDay #MétisNation #Reconciliation #onted
#LouisRielDay #MétisNation #Reconciliation #onted
We reaffirm our commitment to preventing gender-based violence, supporting members, and advocating for safe workplaces and communities.
Learn more about the Shine the Light on Woman Abuse campaign: bit.ly/3WYE3UX
#ShineTheLight #OSSTF #OntEd
Learn more about the Shine the Light on Woman Abuse campaign: bit.ly/3WYE3UX
#ShineTheLight #OSSTF #OntEd
November 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM
We reaffirm our commitment to preventing gender-based violence, supporting members, and advocating for safe workplaces and communities.
Learn more about the Shine the Light on Woman Abuse campaign: bit.ly/3WYE3UX
#ShineTheLight #OSSTF #OntEd
Learn more about the Shine the Light on Woman Abuse campaign: bit.ly/3WYE3UX
#ShineTheLight #OSSTF #OntEd
#OntEd families need investment in classrooms — not more bureaucracy 🚫
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social spoke w/ the Toronto Star:
“Where is the money coming from to support these offices?… How does this layer of bureaucracy help get that funding back into the classrooms?”
bit.ly/4rfqQ8i
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social spoke w/ the Toronto Star:
“Where is the money coming from to support these offices?… How does this layer of bureaucracy help get that funding back into the classrooms?”
bit.ly/4rfqQ8i
Ford government orders new parent ‘support offices’ for Ontario school boards, raising questions about future of trustees
The new offices will open this January in the Toronto public and Catholic boards and the three other boards under provincial supervision.
bit.ly
November 14, 2025 at 10:00 PM
#OntEd families need investment in classrooms — not more bureaucracy 🚫
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social spoke w/ the Toronto Star:
“Where is the money coming from to support these offices?… How does this layer of bureaucracy help get that funding back into the classrooms?”
bit.ly/4rfqQ8i
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social spoke w/ the Toronto Star:
“Where is the money coming from to support these offices?… How does this layer of bureaucracy help get that funding back into the classrooms?”
bit.ly/4rfqQ8i
📣 OSSTF/FEESO members — get your red shirts ready for Nov 18!
With Bill 33 set to pass, we’re asking everyone to wear #RedForEd to show support for strong, well-funded public education. This connects us with educators in Alberta & across Canada taking action ✊🏽
Share your photos + tag #OSSTF ❤️📚
With Bill 33 set to pass, we’re asking everyone to wear #RedForEd to show support for strong, well-funded public education. This connects us with educators in Alberta & across Canada taking action ✊🏽
Share your photos + tag #OSSTF ❤️📚
November 14, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Ontario teachers don’t need credit cards, they need a gov't that properly funds classrooms!
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social shared what’s really behind the Premier’s comments: chronic underfunding that leaves educators paying out of pocket for basic supplies.
bit.ly/3LYY0IU
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social shared what’s really behind the Premier’s comments: chronic underfunding that leaves educators paying out of pocket for basic supplies.
bit.ly/3LYY0IU
November 13, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Ontario teachers don’t need credit cards, they need a gov't that properly funds classrooms!
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social shared what’s really behind the Premier’s comments: chronic underfunding that leaves educators paying out of pocket for basic supplies.
bit.ly/3LYY0IU
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social shared what’s really behind the Premier’s comments: chronic underfunding that leaves educators paying out of pocket for basic supplies.
bit.ly/3LYY0IU
This week is Transgender Awareness Week — a time to amplify trans voices, celebrate resilience, and push for inclusion and equity in all spaces.
🏳️⚧️ Everyone deserves safety, respect, and dignity. #TransAwarenessWeek #Onted
🏳️⚧️ Everyone deserves safety, respect, and dignity. #TransAwarenessWeek #Onted
November 13, 2025 at 12:00 PM
This week is Transgender Awareness Week — a time to amplify trans voices, celebrate resilience, and push for inclusion and equity in all spaces.
🏳️⚧️ Everyone deserves safety, respect, and dignity. #TransAwarenessWeek #Onted
🏳️⚧️ Everyone deserves safety, respect, and dignity. #TransAwarenessWeek #Onted
LAST CHANCE: Call for Submissions for Education Forum!
#OSSTF members are invited to submit a proposal or article (approx. 1500 words) on the topic of book banning & censorship in education.
📆 Submission Deadline: Monday, November 17, 2025
📧 Questions? Email [email protected]
#OSSTF members are invited to submit a proposal or article (approx. 1500 words) on the topic of book banning & censorship in education.
📆 Submission Deadline: Monday, November 17, 2025
📧 Questions? Email [email protected]
November 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM
LAST CHANCE: Call for Submissions for Education Forum!
#OSSTF members are invited to submit a proposal or article (approx. 1500 words) on the topic of book banning & censorship in education.
📆 Submission Deadline: Monday, November 17, 2025
📧 Questions? Email [email protected]
#OSSTF members are invited to submit a proposal or article (approx. 1500 words) on the topic of book banning & censorship in education.
📆 Submission Deadline: Monday, November 17, 2025
📧 Questions? Email [email protected]
Join the ONDP on Thursday, November 13 at 6 PM (ET) for an action meeting against #Bill33!
With MPPs Chandra Pasma and Peggy Sattler, you’ll:
📞 Call Conservative MPP offices
📧 Send coordinated messages
📱 Mobilize on social media
💻 RSVP for the Zoom link → bit.ly/3LwNpow
#OSSTF #OntEd
With MPPs Chandra Pasma and Peggy Sattler, you’ll:
📞 Call Conservative MPP offices
📧 Send coordinated messages
📱 Mobilize on social media
💻 RSVP for the Zoom link → bit.ly/3LwNpow
#OSSTF #OntEd
November 11, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Join the ONDP on Thursday, November 13 at 6 PM (ET) for an action meeting against #Bill33!
With MPPs Chandra Pasma and Peggy Sattler, you’ll:
📞 Call Conservative MPP offices
📧 Send coordinated messages
📱 Mobilize on social media
💻 RSVP for the Zoom link → bit.ly/3LwNpow
#OSSTF #OntEd
With MPPs Chandra Pasma and Peggy Sattler, you’ll:
📞 Call Conservative MPP offices
📧 Send coordinated messages
📱 Mobilize on social media
💻 RSVP for the Zoom link → bit.ly/3LwNpow
#OSSTF #OntEd
LAST CHANCE to help the @ctffce.bsky.social understand the effects of class size and complexity on student learning and teaching.
Share your voice to help transform Canadian public education. Fill out the Parachute Survey by November 12, 2025: bit.ly/48P3z6r
Share your voice to help transform Canadian public education. Fill out the Parachute Survey by November 12, 2025: bit.ly/48P3z6r
November 10, 2025 at 4:00 PM
LAST CHANCE to help the @ctffce.bsky.social understand the effects of class size and complexity on student learning and teaching.
Share your voice to help transform Canadian public education. Fill out the Parachute Survey by November 12, 2025: bit.ly/48P3z6r
Share your voice to help transform Canadian public education. Fill out the Parachute Survey by November 12, 2025: bit.ly/48P3z6r
Tough times call for bold investments—not cuts.
Ontario’s fall economic statement keeps Ontario on the same course: shrinking services, growing inequality, and fewer resources for people who need them most.
Invest in people. Invest in services. That’s how we build resilience.
🔗 bit.ly/3WMCfhM
Ontario’s fall economic statement keeps Ontario on the same course: shrinking services, growing inequality, and fewer resources for people who need them most.
Invest in people. Invest in services. That’s how we build resilience.
🔗 bit.ly/3WMCfhM
Ontario Fall Economic Statement: No help on the way - CCPA
Last May, CCPA’s detailed analysis of the Ontario budget argued that it failed to address years-long funding shortfalls, leaving the province vulnerable to the economic storm on the horizon.
bit.ly
November 9, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Tough times call for bold investments—not cuts.
Ontario’s fall economic statement keeps Ontario on the same course: shrinking services, growing inequality, and fewer resources for people who need them most.
Invest in people. Invest in services. That’s how we build resilience.
🔗 bit.ly/3WMCfhM
Ontario’s fall economic statement keeps Ontario on the same course: shrinking services, growing inequality, and fewer resources for people who need them most.
Invest in people. Invest in services. That’s how we build resilience.
🔗 bit.ly/3WMCfhM
Call for Submissions for Education Forum!
#OSSTF members are invited to submit a proposal or article (approx. 1500 words) exploring the topic of book banning and censorship in education.
📆 Submission Deadline: Monday, November 17, 2025
📧 Questions? Email [email protected]
#OSSTF members are invited to submit a proposal or article (approx. 1500 words) exploring the topic of book banning and censorship in education.
📆 Submission Deadline: Monday, November 17, 2025
📧 Questions? Email [email protected]
November 7, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Call for Submissions for Education Forum!
#OSSTF members are invited to submit a proposal or article (approx. 1500 words) exploring the topic of book banning and censorship in education.
📆 Submission Deadline: Monday, November 17, 2025
📧 Questions? Email [email protected]
#OSSTF members are invited to submit a proposal or article (approx. 1500 words) exploring the topic of book banning and censorship in education.
📆 Submission Deadline: Monday, November 17, 2025
📧 Questions? Email [email protected]