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October Professional Development Opportunities
October Professional Development Opportunities
Improving our Practice
Improving our Practice
We are offering two workshops on October 20 & 21 - for members to expand their knowledge of strategies around Boundaries and effective Classroom Management. Workshops will occur after school at the union office at 9 Corvus Court. There are no fees to participate. For more information and to register, use this link.
Equity, Anti-Racism & Anti-Oppression (EARAO)
Equity, Anti-Racism & Anti-Oppression (EARAO)
The Equity Literacy Institute (Paul Gorski) is presenting a 4-session, virtual workshop series at the end of October to mid-November 2025, called LOVE & COMMUNITY CARE: TRANSFORMATIVE VISIONS IN TROUBLING TIMES. Our bargaining unit has used the ELI resources in the past, and Paul's panel composition is always engaging and informative. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about transforming our everyday practice to strengthen our school communities. If you are interested in registering for these workshops, please fill out this Google Form. Please commit to attending the majority of sessions, as we cannot guarantee that sessions will be recorded. The deadline to apply for this PD is October 10, 2025.
Walking In Our Truth Together is a 10-module course to support Truth and Reconciliation provided by PSAC (Public Service Alliance of Canada). You can access the course here. Click on the "Sign Up For The Course Today" button, create a login and password, and you're off! Once you have signed up, please contact eunice.omahony@d25.osstf.ca so our EARAO Lead knows how many of our members will be using this resource. If you have any questions about the EARAO opportunities, please contact Eunice O'Mahony at her email.
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OTBU Virtual Orientation (Oct. 6 & 7)
OTBU Virtual Orientation (Oct. 6 & 7)
Welcome to the new school year! Are you wondering what it means to be part of the OSSTF OTBU? Join us on October 6th or 7th at 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm to learn about your membership, as well as some tips for a successful school year. Please choose which day you would like to attend.
Registration Link: Google Form to Register
Posted 09/18/2025
Where's Your Voice? (Sept. 24)
Where's Your Voice? (Sept. 24)
Join a virtual panel discussion to explore the important role of school board trustees and how to protect Ontario schools from Bill 33. This event is open to all: Educators, Parents, and Community members. Please register to receive the link to the virtual (Zoom) meeting.
Registration Link: Google Form to register
Posted 09/18/2025
Bargaining Survey (Sept. 22)
Bargaining Survey (Sept. 22)
Members should receive information on the provincial bargaining survey released on September 22nd. If you are new to OSSTF, make sure you provide your contact information through this link.
Posted 09/22/2025
Current News
Current News
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 30th is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - formerly known as Orange Shirt Day. We encourage members to reflect on their learning and unlearning as they work toward understanding the legacy of Residential Schools and its deep and enduring impact on Indigenous peoples and their ways of being and doing. APTN (Aboriginals Peoples Television Network) will be featuring documentaries and webinars throughout the week leading to the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Image (click for larger view): Giant Tiger has again partnered with two-spirit Ojibwe artist Patrick Hunter to offer affordable and family-sized shirts in support of Indspire! an investment in the education of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis youth.
Posted 09/22/2025
If you are a Daily OT, you will need to pay your annual fee to OCT manually. LTO teachers will have their dues automatically deducted from their paychecks.
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sec-ot-2022-2026-collective-agreement-final.pdfD25 OTBU Collective Agreement
D25 OTBU Collective Agreement
D25 OTBU Constitution 2025-2026.pdfD25 OTBU Constitution
D25 OTBU Constitution
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