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:
OPSBA statement regarding the use of reserve funds
“OPSBA and school boards across the province are frustrated and concerned by the government’s announcement yesterday regarding the use of school boards’ reserve funds to address the increased costs associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. The $50 million allocated to...
OPSBA Statement Regarding the Return-to-School Plan
“The safety of our students, staff, and school communities is, and has always been, our top priority. We know the pandemic has had an impact on the mental health and the lives of our children, and as medical experts have said, it is important to get kids back into...
Support for conventional school return is mixed among parents but strong support for key funding areas remains
Toronto, July 16, 2020 – Today, the Ontario Public School Boards' Association (OPSBA) and Nanos Research released public polling data from June 23 to 28 regarding issues related to COVID-19 and public education, including, opening schools in September to in-person...
OPSBA statement regarding the COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act
“We will be examining the details of today’s omnibus COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020, and discussing the proposed changes to the Education Act and its associated regulations, including Director of Education qualifications and Kindergarten to Grade 3 suspensions,...
OPSBA statement regarding the release of the new elementary math curriculum
“Improving student achievement in mathematics is complex. It needs to be done with consideration for ensuring that there are appropriate resources, that there is solid professional development, and that instruction is targeted to the unique needs of each student,...
OPSBA statement regarding Ontario’s plans to reopen schools and the release of the Grants for Student Needs (GSN)
“Following extensive discussions with the government and internal consultations with our members over the past few months, OPSBA provided a submission to the Ministry of Education with our feedback and comments about a return to school plan. It was encouraging to see...
OPSBA Ratifies Settlements Reached with OSSTF Teachers and Education Workers
May 22, 2020, Toronto – The Ontario Public School Boards' Association (OPSBA) is pleased to announce that it has ratified the tentative settlements that were reached with the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation for both teachers and education workers on...
OPSBA statement: Public school facilities closed to the end of June
“Earlier this afternoon, Premier Doug Ford and Minister Stephen Lecce announced that schools across Ontario would remain closed for the rest of this school year. Student, staff, and school community safety continues to be the top priority for all those involved in...
OPSBA statement regarding the voluntary redeployment of school board staff
“The COVID-19 pandemic has created severe staffing shortages in some areas of the broader public sector, such as long-term care homes. We know that in these challenging times, many of our hardworking, dedicated staff are looking for ways in which they can help...
