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
Education is a fundamental human right and a powerful tool for peace, opportunity, and equality. On the International Day of Education, we stand in solidarity with learners and educators around the world working for access, safety, and dignity in education.
January 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Education is a fundamental human right and a powerful tool for peace, opportunity, and equality. On the International Day of Education, we stand in solidarity with learners and educators around the world working for access, safety, and dignity in education.
Today we honour Lincoln Alexander Day, recognizing a trailblazer who broke barriers and fought for equity, inclusion, and opportunity in Ontario and across Canada. His legacy of public service and human rights continues to inspire.
January 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Today we honour Lincoln Alexander Day, recognizing a trailblazer who broke barriers and fought for equity, inclusion, and opportunity in Ontario and across Canada. His legacy of public service and human rights continues to inspire.
Today we honour the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose courage and commitment to justice continue to inspire movements for equity and human dignity. His dream calls on all of us to keep working toward a world free from racism, hatred, and oppression. ✊🏽
January 19, 2026 at 6:09 PM
Today we honour the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose courage and commitment to justice continue to inspire movements for equity and human dignity. His dream calls on all of us to keep working toward a world free from racism, hatred, and oppression. ✊🏽
Every year, #OSSTF recognizes many Members, Districts & Bargaining Units for the outstanding work that they do on behalf of the Federation & our Members.
Deadlines for these awards are fast approaching – most are due on Jan 31, 2026. Details in D/BU #75 2025-2026/ or bit.ly/49WZRaJ
Deadlines for these awards are fast approaching – most are due on Jan 31, 2026. Details in D/BU #75 2025-2026/ or bit.ly/49WZRaJ
January 16, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Every year, #OSSTF recognizes many Members, Districts & Bargaining Units for the outstanding work that they do on behalf of the Federation & our Members.
Deadlines for these awards are fast approaching – most are due on Jan 31, 2026. Details in D/BU #75 2025-2026/ or bit.ly/49WZRaJ
Deadlines for these awards are fast approaching – most are due on Jan 31, 2026. Details in D/BU #75 2025-2026/ or bit.ly/49WZRaJ
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January 7, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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The Minister of Education's move to expand practicum time for teacher candidates is a step forward. President Martha Hradowy stated "must be grounded in evidence, not ideology." Strong teacher preparation and ongoing research are key to supporting both teachers and students.
#Onted #OnPoli
#Onted #OnPoli
December 27, 2025 at 10:00 PM
“We worry this move is more political games being played at the expense of students.”
@osstftoronto.bsky.social President Michelle Teixeira raises serious concerns about the sudden firing of the #TDSB Director, pointing to a gov't distracting from chronic underfunding of #OntEd.
bit.ly/3MwpJkG
@osstftoronto.bsky.social President Michelle Teixeira raises serious concerns about the sudden firing of the #TDSB Director, pointing to a gov't distracting from chronic underfunding of #OntEd.
bit.ly/3MwpJkG
December 12, 2025 at 10:55 PM
“We worry this move is more political games being played at the expense of students.”
@osstftoronto.bsky.social President Michelle Teixeira raises serious concerns about the sudden firing of the #TDSB Director, pointing to a gov't distracting from chronic underfunding of #OntEd.
bit.ly/3MwpJkG
@osstftoronto.bsky.social President Michelle Teixeira raises serious concerns about the sudden firing of the #TDSB Director, pointing to a gov't distracting from chronic underfunding of #OntEd.
bit.ly/3MwpJkG
JOINT RELEASE: School violence is rising and students and staff are at risk.
#OSSTF & @osbcu.bsky.social are calling on the province to work with unions & staff to make #OntEd schools safer. Ontario needs real investments in the qualified adults who support students every day.
🔗 bit.ly/4iVEfhV
#OSSTF & @osbcu.bsky.social are calling on the province to work with unions & staff to make #OntEd schools safer. Ontario needs real investments in the qualified adults who support students every day.
🔗 bit.ly/4iVEfhV
December 9, 2025 at 3:13 PM
JOINT RELEASE: School violence is rising and students and staff are at risk.
#OSSTF & @osbcu.bsky.social are calling on the province to work with unions & staff to make #OntEd schools safer. Ontario needs real investments in the qualified adults who support students every day.
🔗 bit.ly/4iVEfhV
#OSSTF & @osbcu.bsky.social are calling on the province to work with unions & staff to make #OntEd schools safer. Ontario needs real investments in the qualified adults who support students every day.
🔗 bit.ly/4iVEfhV
Class sizes are growing, funding is falling, and the province STILL isn’t listening to what students need.
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social called out the #EQAO results for what they are: a reflection of this government’s “legacy of underfunding.” #OntEd
📰 Read more: bit.ly/4j3gG77
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social called out the #EQAO results for what they are: a reflection of this government’s “legacy of underfunding.” #OntEd
📰 Read more: bit.ly/4j3gG77
December 8, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Class sizes are growing, funding is falling, and the province STILL isn’t listening to what students need.
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social called out the #EQAO results for what they are: a reflection of this government’s “legacy of underfunding.” #OntEd
📰 Read more: bit.ly/4j3gG77
#OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social called out the #EQAO results for what they are: a reflection of this government’s “legacy of underfunding.” #OntEd
📰 Read more: bit.ly/4j3gG77
Starting Monday: 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
December 4, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Starting Monday: 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
Ottawa parent says large classes make it “impossible” for teachers to spot students needing help.
We know smaller classes are essential. #OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social says Calandra must change course. Province must listen to parents & educators. #OntEd
www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/artic...
We know smaller classes are essential. #OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social says Calandra must change course. Province must listen to parents & educators. #OntEd
www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/artic...
December 4, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Ottawa parent says large classes make it “impossible” for teachers to spot students needing help.
We know smaller classes are essential. #OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social says Calandra must change course. Province must listen to parents & educators. #OntEd
www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/artic...
We know smaller classes are essential. #OSSTF President @marthahradowy.bsky.social says Calandra must change course. Province must listen to parents & educators. #OntEd
www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/artic...
Today, #OSSTF recognizes the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Many of our members, students, & families live w/ disabilities & enrich our communities & our lives ❤️
We honour them & commit to removing barriers so everyone can participate fully & equitably in society. #IDPD #IDPD2025
We honour them & commit to removing barriers so everyone can participate fully & equitably in society. #IDPD #IDPD2025
December 3, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The Ministry of Education has placed the Near North District School Board under provincial supervision, the first such move since Bill 33 passed.
The Ministry must work w/ frontline workers & community members to rebuild trust, restore professional respect, & deliver the stability students deserve.
The Ministry must work w/ frontline workers & community members to rebuild trust, restore professional respect, & deliver the stability students deserve.
December 1, 2025 at 2:12 PM
The Ministry of Education has placed the Near North District School Board under provincial supervision, the first such move since Bill 33 passed.
The Ministry must work w/ frontline workers & community members to rebuild trust, restore professional respect, & deliver the stability students deserve.
The Ministry must work w/ frontline workers & community members to rebuild trust, restore professional respect, & deliver the stability students deserve.
Today, #OSSTF honours #WorldAIDSDay ❤️
Since 1988, this day has united ppl in challenging stigma, advancing human rights, & remembering lives lost to the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
The red ribbon remains a reminder of our shared responsibility to build safe, inclusive, & stigma-free schools & communities.
Since 1988, this day has united ppl in challenging stigma, advancing human rights, & remembering lives lost to the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
The red ribbon remains a reminder of our shared responsibility to build safe, inclusive, & stigma-free schools & communities.
December 1, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Today, #OSSTF honours #WorldAIDSDay ❤️
Since 1988, this day has united ppl in challenging stigma, advancing human rights, & remembering lives lost to the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
The red ribbon remains a reminder of our shared responsibility to build safe, inclusive, & stigma-free schools & communities.
Since 1988, this day has united ppl in challenging stigma, advancing human rights, & remembering lives lost to the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
The red ribbon remains a reminder of our shared responsibility to build safe, inclusive, & stigma-free schools & communities.
ICYMI: Ontario’s post-secondary ed system is in crisis after years of underfunding. With major federal research investments coming, Ontario risks being left behind.
We’re calling on the province to work with staff & institutions to restore funding & give every ON student a fair shot.
bit.ly/4pyexSL
We’re calling on the province to work with staff & institutions to restore funding & give every ON student a fair shot.
bit.ly/4pyexSL
November 30, 2025 at 9:43 PM
ICYMI: Ontario’s post-secondary ed system is in crisis after years of underfunding. With major federal research investments coming, Ontario risks being left behind.
We’re calling on the province to work with staff & institutions to restore funding & give every ON student a fair shot.
bit.ly/4pyexSL
We’re calling on the province to work with staff & institutions to restore funding & give every ON student a fair shot.
bit.ly/4pyexSL
Today’s National Day of Action on Child Care and Early Learning is a reminder that the fight for universal $10-a-day child care isn’t over.
Join the Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care and take action at childcareontario.org/act/
#ChildCareForAll #OntEd
Join the Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care and take action at childcareontario.org/act/
#ChildCareForAll #OntEd
November 30, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Today’s National Day of Action on Child Care and Early Learning is a reminder that the fight for universal $10-a-day child care isn’t over.
Join the Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care and take action at childcareontario.org/act/
#ChildCareForAll #OntEd
Join the Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care and take action at childcareontario.org/act/
#ChildCareForAll #OntEd
NEW REPORT from the FAO says manufacturing just hit its lowest share of Ontario’s economy ever.
This government talks about “getting it done” while underfunding schools, campuses, and public services. Turns out… they can’t even manage the sectors they claim to prioritize.
bit.ly/48AT4CW
This government talks about “getting it done” while underfunding schools, campuses, and public services. Turns out… they can’t even manage the sectors they claim to prioritize.
bit.ly/48AT4CW
November 29, 2025 at 3:47 PM
NEW REPORT from the FAO says manufacturing just hit its lowest share of Ontario’s economy ever.
This government talks about “getting it done” while underfunding schools, campuses, and public services. Turns out… they can’t even manage the sectors they claim to prioritize.
bit.ly/48AT4CW
This government talks about “getting it done” while underfunding schools, campuses, and public services. Turns out… they can’t even manage the sectors they claim to prioritize.
bit.ly/48AT4CW
WEEKEND READ: Northwestern Ontario is sounding the alarm on Bill 33 🚨
#OSSTF member Cindy Hayward says it best: “Bill 33 is an assault on local democracy and public education.”
Trustees are elected by and accountable to the public — not partisan interests. #OntEd #OnPoli
bit.ly/4pDIZeo
#OSSTF member Cindy Hayward says it best: “Bill 33 is an assault on local democracy and public education.”
Trustees are elected by and accountable to the public — not partisan interests. #OntEd #OnPoli
bit.ly/4pDIZeo
November 28, 2025 at 10:00 PM
WEEKEND READ: Northwestern Ontario is sounding the alarm on Bill 33 🚨
#OSSTF member Cindy Hayward says it best: “Bill 33 is an assault on local democracy and public education.”
Trustees are elected by and accountable to the public — not partisan interests. #OntEd #OnPoli
bit.ly/4pDIZeo
#OSSTF member Cindy Hayward says it best: “Bill 33 is an assault on local democracy and public education.”
Trustees are elected by and accountable to the public — not partisan interests. #OntEd #OnPoli
bit.ly/4pDIZeo
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
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
📺 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!”