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Government Deal Characterized by Respect for Elementary Teachers

6/13/2013

Working within current economic restraints, the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) reached between the Ontario government and the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) is respectful of the province’s public elementary teachers, and...

Trillium Lakelands Board Failed to Warn Staff About Asbestos at Monck Public School

6/4/2013

Trillium Lakelands District School Board put school staff and students at Bracebridge’s Monck Public School at risk by failing to let them know about asbestos-containing ceiling tiles in some classrooms, according to the ETFO.

Toronto Catholic Board Trustees' Motion Puts LGBT Students at Risk - ETFO

5/16/2013

A new motion by Toronto Catholic District School Board trustees to ban both Gay-Straight Alliances (GSAs) and any discussion on gender identity and sexual attraction in anti-bullying clubs puts gay students at high risk, says ETFO.

Internet, Social Media Next Frontier in Fighting Homophobia - ETFO

5/14/2013

It’s time to address the shocking number of homophobic and transphobic comments which appear on the internet on a daily basis, according to the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO).

Malala Yousafzai and Pakistani Teacher an Inspiration for Asian Heritage Month

5/9/2013

The courage and work of Pakistani youth education advocate Malala Yousafzai stands as a reminder of how far Canada has come in respecting the legal rights of women, particularly when it comes to education.

Budget Takes Welcome Steps to Support Most Vulnerable Ontarians

5/2/2013

With today’s budget, the Wynne government has taken welcome steps to support those Ontarians who are most vulnerable, according to the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO).

Educators Must Build a Strong Health and Safety Culture in Every School Community

4/26/2013

The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) is urging all education partners to ensure that the health and safety of school workplaces, classrooms, and communities remains a top priority.

ETFO will Adhere to Interim OLRB Ruling

4/11/2013

The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) will abide by today’s decision of the Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB).

Supports in Place to Take More Action on Homophobia, Transphobia

4/8/2013

With International Day of Pink to be celebrated this Wednesday, the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) is encouraging teachers, educators, and school boards to take more action on stopping homophobic and transphobic bullying.

ETFO Suspends Advice Regarding Participation in Voluntary Extra-Curricular Activities

3/26/2013

ETFO is suspending the advice to members regarding their participation in voluntary/extra-curricular activities in light of progress made during discussions with the provincial government.

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