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
🟥 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.
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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.
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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 EducationForumEditor@education-forum.ca
#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 EducationForumEditor@education-forum.ca
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 EducationForumEditor@education-forum.ca
#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 EducationForumEditor@education-forum.ca
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 EducationForumEditor@education-forum.ca
#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 EducationForumEditor@education-forum.ca
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 EducationForumEditor@education-forum.ca
#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 EducationForumEditor@education-forum.ca
LAST CHANCE!
You have until TODAY at 11:59pm to complete the #OSSTF Bargaining Survey.
Check your email to complete the survey today & help shape our next round of bargaining. Survey was emailed to all active members yesterday - didn’t get it? Update your contact info here: bit.ly/3VoRuNk
You have until TODAY at 11:59pm to complete the #OSSTF Bargaining Survey.
Check your email to complete the survey today & help shape our next round of bargaining. Survey was emailed to all active members yesterday - didn’t get it? Update your contact info here: bit.ly/3VoRuNk
November 7, 2025 at 12:15 PM
LAST CHANCE!
You have until TODAY at 11:59pm to complete the #OSSTF Bargaining Survey.
Check your email to complete the survey today & help shape our next round of bargaining. Survey was emailed to all active members yesterday - didn’t get it? Update your contact info here: bit.ly/3VoRuNk
You have until TODAY at 11:59pm to complete the #OSSTF Bargaining Survey.
Check your email to complete the survey today & help shape our next round of bargaining. Survey was emailed to all active members yesterday - didn’t get it? Update your contact info here: bit.ly/3VoRuNk
Bonnes nouvelles!
Vous avez jusqu’au 7 novembre pour remplir le Sondage sur les négociations d’ #OSSTF/ #FEESO. Le sondage a été envoyé par courriel à tous les membres actifs le 3 octobre – vous ne l’avez pas reçu? Mettez à jour vos cordonnées ici : bit.ly/3VoRuNk
Vous avez jusqu’au 7 novembre pour remplir le Sondage sur les négociations d’ #OSSTF/ #FEESO. Le sondage a été envoyé par courriel à tous les membres actifs le 3 octobre – vous ne l’avez pas reçu? Mettez à jour vos cordonnées ici : bit.ly/3VoRuNk
November 2, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Bonnes nouvelles!
Vous avez jusqu’au 7 novembre pour remplir le Sondage sur les négociations d’ #OSSTF/ #FEESO. Le sondage a été envoyé par courriel à tous les membres actifs le 3 octobre – vous ne l’avez pas reçu? Mettez à jour vos cordonnées ici : bit.ly/3VoRuNk
Vous avez jusqu’au 7 novembre pour remplir le Sondage sur les négociations d’ #OSSTF/ #FEESO. Le sondage a été envoyé par courriel à tous les membres actifs le 3 octobre – vous ne l’avez pas reçu? Mettez à jour vos cordonnées ici : bit.ly/3VoRuNk
We are all Treaty people. OSSTF/FEESO stands with Indigenous peoples during this week and throughout the year in their ongoing struggle for justice, truth & reconciliation. Learn more: native-land.ca
#TreatiesRecognitionWeek #Reconciliation
#TreatiesRecognitionWeek #Reconciliation
November 2, 2025 at 12:00 PM
We are all Treaty people. OSSTF/FEESO stands with Indigenous peoples during this week and throughout the year in their ongoing struggle for justice, truth & reconciliation. Learn more: native-land.ca
#TreatiesRecognitionWeek #Reconciliation
#TreatiesRecognitionWeek #Reconciliation
November is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 💜
We stand with survivors, challenge stigma, and work toward safer homes, schools, and communities.
Unions have a vital role in supporting members facing violence and harassment.
Learn more: bit.ly/3BIiel6
#OSSTF #OntEd
We stand with survivors, challenge stigma, and work toward safer homes, schools, and communities.
Unions have a vital role in supporting members facing violence and harassment.
Learn more: bit.ly/3BIiel6
#OSSTF #OntEd
November 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
November is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 💜
We stand with survivors, challenge stigma, and work toward safer homes, schools, and communities.
Unions have a vital role in supporting members facing violence and harassment.
Learn more: bit.ly/3BIiel6
#OSSTF #OntEd
We stand with survivors, challenge stigma, and work toward safer homes, schools, and communities.
Unions have a vital role in supporting members facing violence and harassment.
Learn more: bit.ly/3BIiel6
#OSSTF #OntEd
“How did we get here?”
Across Canada, governments have put short-term politics ahead of public education... and students are paying the price. Students deserve more than empty promises, they deserve action. Read @ctffce.bsky.social’s powerful piece: bit.ly/47aH5eJ
#OSSTF #Onted
Across Canada, governments have put short-term politics ahead of public education... and students are paying the price. Students deserve more than empty promises, they deserve action. Read @ctffce.bsky.social’s powerful piece: bit.ly/47aH5eJ
#OSSTF #Onted
The Cure to Broken Promises - CTF-FCE
We’re asking ourselves far too many “How did we get here?” questions as a society. But there’s one, in particular, that sits at the heart of the CTF/FCE’s work—and it demands our attention.
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October 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM
“How did we get here?”
Across Canada, governments have put short-term politics ahead of public education... and students are paying the price. Students deserve more than empty promises, they deserve action. Read @ctffce.bsky.social’s powerful piece: bit.ly/47aH5eJ
#OSSTF #Onted
Across Canada, governments have put short-term politics ahead of public education... and students are paying the price. Students deserve more than empty promises, they deserve action. Read @ctffce.bsky.social’s powerful piece: bit.ly/47aH5eJ
#OSSTF #Onted
Great news!
You have until November 7th to complete the #OSSTF Bargaining Survey.
Check your email to complete the survey today & help shape our next round of bargaining. Survey was emailed to all active members on Oct. 3 - didn’t get it? Update your contact info here: bit.ly/3VoRuNk
You have until November 7th to complete the #OSSTF Bargaining Survey.
Check your email to complete the survey today & help shape our next round of bargaining. Survey was emailed to all active members on Oct. 3 - didn’t get it? Update your contact info here: bit.ly/3VoRuNk
October 30, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Great news!
You have until November 7th to complete the #OSSTF Bargaining Survey.
Check your email to complete the survey today & help shape our next round of bargaining. Survey was emailed to all active members on Oct. 3 - didn’t get it? Update your contact info here: bit.ly/3VoRuNk
You have until November 7th to complete the #OSSTF Bargaining Survey.
Check your email to complete the survey today & help shape our next round of bargaining. Survey was emailed to all active members on Oct. 3 - didn’t get it? Update your contact info here: bit.ly/3VoRuNk
#OSSTF was proud to have our ARM (Active Retired Members) from District 12 standing w/ @onthealthcoalition.bsky.social & concerned Ontarians at Queen’s Park today — filling the public galleries & sending a clear msg: health care belongs to the ppl! Privatization has no place in our public system 🚫
October 29, 2025 at 8:42 PM
#OSSTF was proud to have our ARM (Active Retired Members) from District 12 standing w/ @onthealthcoalition.bsky.social & concerned Ontarians at Queen’s Park today — filling the public galleries & sending a clear msg: health care belongs to the ppl! Privatization has no place in our public system 🚫
Today is the International Day of Care & support. #OSSTF recognizes the essential role of both paid and unpaid care workers, raised awareness on the importance of caregivers & aims to improve working conditions for care workers.
Find out more here www.un.org/en/observanc...
#DayofCare #CdnPoli#CdnPoli"/hashtag/DayofCare" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#DayofCare
Find out more here www.un.org/en/observanc...
#DayofCare #CdnPoli#CdnPoli"/hashtag/DayofCare" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#DayofCare
October 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Today is the International Day of Care & support. #OSSTF recognizes the essential role of both paid and unpaid care workers, raised awareness on the importance of caregivers & aims to improve working conditions for care workers.
Find out more here www.un.org/en/observanc...
#DayofCare #CdnPoli#CdnPoli"/hashtag/DayofCare" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#DayofCare
Find out more here www.un.org/en/observanc...
#DayofCare #CdnPoli#CdnPoli"/hashtag/DayofCare" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#DayofCare
Alberta’s fight is our fight ✊🏽
#OSSTF stands proudly with @albertateachers.bsky.social. The notwithstanding clause should never be used to silence workers. We’ve seen this before—and we know what solidarity can do.
When workers rise together, we WIN ❤️🖤
#OSSTF stands proudly with @albertateachers.bsky.social. The notwithstanding clause should never be used to silence workers. We’ve seen this before—and we know what solidarity can do.
When workers rise together, we WIN ❤️🖤
October 28, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Alberta’s fight is our fight ✊🏽
#OSSTF stands proudly with @albertateachers.bsky.social. The notwithstanding clause should never be used to silence workers. We’ve seen this before—and we know what solidarity can do.
When workers rise together, we WIN ❤️🖤
#OSSTF stands proudly with @albertateachers.bsky.social. The notwithstanding clause should never be used to silence workers. We’ve seen this before—and we know what solidarity can do.
When workers rise together, we WIN ❤️🖤
It's the 20th annual #MediaLiteracyWeek! With the amount of digital technology surrounding us, it is more important than ever before that people of all ages understand how to effectively and safely navigate as well as create digital media. #OSSTF members check out @mediasmarts.bsky.social resources.
October 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM
It's the 20th annual #MediaLiteracyWeek! With the amount of digital technology surrounding us, it is more important than ever before that people of all ages understand how to effectively and safely navigate as well as create digital media. #OSSTF members check out @mediasmarts.bsky.social resources.
What’s happening in Alberta should alarm us all! The government is using the notwithstanding clause to force teachers back to work—overriding Charter rights.
#OSSTF stands with @albertateachers.bsky.social and all workers defending collective bargaining ✊🏽 bit.ly/3JuUa9w
#OSSTF stands with @albertateachers.bsky.social and all workers defending collective bargaining ✊🏽 bit.ly/3JuUa9w
Alberta uses notwithstanding clause in bill ordering teachers back to work
If passed, the bill would override the union’s ability to mount a legal challenge against the legislative order
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October 28, 2025 at 12:16 AM
What’s happening in Alberta should alarm us all! The government is using the notwithstanding clause to force teachers back to work—overriding Charter rights.
#OSSTF stands with @albertateachers.bsky.social and all workers defending collective bargaining ✊🏽 bit.ly/3JuUa9w
#OSSTF stands with @albertateachers.bsky.social and all workers defending collective bargaining ✊🏽 bit.ly/3JuUa9w