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Day 6 of the #OSSTF central strike vote for members in the school board sector.

This vote is about leverage at the bargaining table. And sending a clear message to the Ford government so VOTE today!

✳️Reminder: members must login with their Member ID Number in order to see a ballot in the Voting Centre.

Voting is open until November 16.

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Today, as education workers and teachers, we remember the many brave soldiers who answered the call and never came home.

We remember the women who stepped into factories, schools, and hospitals, keeping our communities alive and forever changing the labour movement. Their selfless courage and sacrifice remind us that peace, justice, and dignity are built by people - by workers - who show up for one another, even in the darkest times.

We encourage OSSTF/FEESO members to take time today to honour the brave people who came before us. you can find commemorative events taking place across the country on the Veterans Affairs Canada website https://t.co/TTZqFuqwS5

Lest we forget.

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Students need consistency, not constant turnover.

Teachers and education workers provide essential services and supports that students and school communities rely on every day. Protecting their jobs means protecting the stability and continuity of those services.

That's why #OSSTF is fighting for secure, stable, and sustainable jobs at the bargaining table.

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🗳️ Day 5 of the #OSSTF central strike vote for members in the school board sector.

A strong turnout means a stronger mandate at the bargaining table.

If you haven’t voted yet, now’s a good time to cast your ballot.

Voting is open until November 16.

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Better Mental Health supports for students in Ontario is a priority.

Today, OSSTF/FEESO President Martha Hradowy joined MPP Mike Schreiner, MPP Aislinn Clancy, and the Green Party at Queen's Park call on the Ford government to invest in smaller classes, more social workers, psychologists, child and youth workers, and other professional student services staff.

"At a time when students are waiting months, and in some cases years, for assessments and supports, Ontario must invest in social workers, psychologists, child and youth workers and educational assistants–not making cuts. Mental health supports are not optional. They are essential to student success,” said Hradowy.

Students deserve better. Families deserve better. And the people who care for them every day deserve better. Student mental health cannot simply be a government talking point. It must be a funding priority.

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Today at 10 a.m ET the Green Party of Ontario Caucus will be joined by Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation President Martha Hradowy at Queen’s Park to call for more mental health supports for students.

Tune in/watch online: https://t.co/AJ1VJjtqSJ

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Day 4 of the central strike vote.

#OSSTF members in the school board sector: if you haven’t voted yet, today’s a good day to check it off your list ✅

Voting is open until November 16.

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Parents speak out about school board supervision, funding levels at Toronto rally https://t.co/SZgg2OiUvd

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Following the Ford government’s school board takeovers? Here’s your latest update:

A leaked protocol spells out restrictions at eight supervised boards: trustees cannot attend school events or board meetings, communicate with constituents in their official capacity, or issue newsletters and updates.

So if you're keeping track, first, the Ford government stripped trustees of their governing powers. Then, Minister Calandra reversed his decision not to swear in newly elected trustees so they would be subject to the code of conduct.

Now, the message is clear: you can be elected by your community, but you cannot do the job they elected you to do.

Parents and communities lose their local voice while power stays with the minister and his appointed, unelected supervisors.

This government keeps talking about accountability while shutting communities out of decisions about their own schools and silencing the representatives they elected.

Read the full story at Toronto Today: https://t.co/S5JwtEiWQX

#OSSTF #OntEd #OnPoli

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Day 3 of the central strike vote.

#OSSTF members in the school board sector: if you haven’t voted yet, take a few minutes today to cast your ballot.

Voting is open until November 16.

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Day 2 of the central strike vote.

#OSSTF members in the school board sector: VOTE today to send this government a clear message.

Voting is open until November 16.

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“(We expect) a high voter turnout and a high result because our members are frustrated with their working conditions and the lack of respect coming from Queen’s Park.”

As #OSSTF school board sector members begin casting their central strike votes this week, President @marthahradowy spoke with the Ottawa Citizen about what’s at stake.

A strong strike mandate does not mean a strike is inevitable. It gives our bargaining team more leverage to push for the investments, supports, and respect members have been demanding at the table.

Our priority remains reaching a fair collective agreement at the table.

Full article at the Ottawa Citizen: https://t.co/2ucphJpmMD

#OntEd #OnPoli

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Thank you for your patience.

Tech issues on our system have been resolved and the Voting Centre is once again accessible,

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OSSTF/FEESO members: If you were unable to attend your in-person District Bargaining Information Meeting, join us for a virtual session on Monday, November 9.

Find out where bargaining stands, what may come next, and what you need to know about the November 6–16 central strike vote.

Submit questions and hear directly from your union!

📅 Monday, November 9
🕖 6.30–7.30 p.m. ET
💬 French translation & ASL interpretation will be provided.
🔗 Register: https://t.co/ES2lTIB6kV

The more informed, engaged, and organized we are, the stronger we are at the bargaining table 💪🏽

#OSSTF #OntEd

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OSSTF/FEESO is currently experiencing server issues which may cause a delay in accessing the Voting Centre. Please be patient as we work to resolve them.

Voting will remain open until November 16.

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CENTRAL STRIKE VOTE IS OPEN

#OSSTF members in the school board sector: Important information on the central strike vote was sent to your inbox this morning.

Please check your email for the latest bargaining bulletin.

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The central strike vote is now OPEN.

#OSSTF members in the school board sector can cast their ballots starting today.

A strong turnout and a strong YES vote will send a clear message to the government and give our bargaining team the mandate it needs at the table.

Voting runs November 6–16.

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Students, parents, and communities should never lose their voice in decisions that affect public education.

Under the Ford government’s provincial supervision orders, student trustee positions have been eliminated, silencing an important voice at the decision-making table. Students deserve more than to be consulted after decisions have already been made. They deserve to be heard, represented, and included in shaping their education and their schools.

Local democracy matters. Students and communities deserve representatives who can raise concerns, challenge decisions, and advocate on their behalf.

The Ford government must restore local decision-making, reinstate student trustee representation, and respect the voices of students. Their voices matter, and they deserve a seat at the table.

Read the full story at The London Free Press https://t.co/CkpmXgnWoF

#StudentVoice #PublicEducation #LocalDemocracy #OSSTFFEESO

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Protecting our democracy takes all of us.

Today, OSSTF/FEESO President @marthahradowy joined civic leaders and advocates at Queen’s Park for @cancivlib’s "Show Up, Ontario: A Rally for Our Democracy", speaking out against government overreach in public education.

#OSSTF local leaders and members were there to add their support and show our collective strength. From public schools to universities and our broader communities, decisions that affect us must be transparent, accountable, and open to public input.

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“Support staff cannot keep making up for funding shortfalls with their own time and well-being.” — #OSSTF President @marthahradowy.

Released today, our landmark study, Pushed to the Limit, reveals the toll of chronic underfunding at Ontario’s universities.

More than 1 in 5 support staff surveyed report working six or more unpaid hours every week, while 80% report staff shortages.

Universities need adequate funding, proper staffing, and transparent, accountable leadership that includes staff in decisions affecting their work.

“Staff need a meaningful voice, and students need properly supported public universities.”

Full media release: https://t.co/J7fvZMgAnn

#OnPSE #OnPoli