OPSBA plays a key role in shaping public opinion and influencing policy development on education issues through the print and broadcast media.
Through proactive work in this area, OPSBA stands out as a primary and credible voice whether we are providing information to an editorial board on inequities in funding formulae, responding to media questions on current issues, or initiating stories in the media that highlight student achievement, learning and leadership across the provinces.
Our appearances in news media can be found at our OPSBA in the Media page.
In addition to our work with the media, we also communicate through our website and social media:
OPSBA Connects – our frequently updated education news blog
Social Media – Twitter, YouTube and Flickr
OPSBA’s recent media releases and public statements:
Return of regular semesters and release of COVID-19 funding is great news for students and school boards
“Today’s announcement from Minister Elliott and Minister Lecce brings very welcome news for students, staff, and families across Ontario’s public education system. We are very pleased to see that secondary schools will be able to return to normal semester models with...
OPSBA statement on the Fall Economic Statement
The Fall Economic Statement released today by the government contained only a few new education-related initiatives. We were pleased by the government’s ongoing commitment to expanding access to broadband internet across the province, as well as, the government’s...
Free menstrual products will reduce barriers for students across Ontario
Today’s announcement is a welcome step toward addressing the important equity issue of “period poverty” in schools across Ontario. We commend the government for acknowledging the importance of ensuring access to menstrual products. The Ontario Public School Boards’...
OPSBA statement regarding the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Toronto, September 29, 2021 – Tomorrow, in schools across Ontario, students, staff, and school communities will be commemorating the tragic history and ongoing legacy of residential schools, which more than 150,000 First Nations, Métis, and Inuit children were forced...
OPSBA statement on education vaccination policy and strategy
We thank the provincial government for responding swiftly to our advocacy efforts, and that of our member boards and trustees, to implement a policy and strategy regarding vaccinations in our schools. We must do all we can to give our schools the greatest chance of...
OPSBA statement regarding the 2021-22 Health, Safety and Operational Guidance for Schools plan
The Ontario Public School Boards’ Association welcomes today’s release of a return-to-school plan for the upcoming school year. We are pleased to see the government has acted on the guidance of the Ontario COVID-19 Science Advisory Table and experts from Ontario’s...
Cathy Abraham remains President of OPSBA
Toronto, June 14, 2021 - The Ontario Public School Boards' Association (OPSBA) is pleased to announce that Cathy Abraham will be serving as President for the 2021-22 school year following the Association’s 2021 Annual General Meeting on Saturday. President Abraham was...
OPSBA Statement on the Announcement to Keep Schools Closed for In-Person Learning
We are very disappointed with the government’s decision today to go against the advice of Public Health Officials and the recommendation of school boards about the importance of reopening our schools. The Premier publicly asked for consensus from public health and...
New Discussion Paper identifies crucial education issues and considerations as we transition from the COVID-19 experience
Toronto, May 27, 2021 – The Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA) is releasing a new Discussion Paper, Transitioning from the COVID-19 School Experience, that reveals two compelling realities that must be addressed following the COVID-19 pandemic. “We know...
OPSBA continues to advocate for students as 2021-22 education funding announcement leads to cautious optimism
Toronto, May 4, 2021 – The Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA) is reviewing the 2021-2022 Grants for Student Needs (GSN) for impacts on school boards across Ontario and is analyzing the announcement to ensure that increases will cover the sector’s most...
