OPSBA statement on the release of 2024-25 Core Education Funding
OPSBA welcomes federal announcement of National School Food Program
Statements on mandatory Black history learning
Take Your MPP to School Week
OPSBA ratifies agreement reached with ETFO Teachers
Legislative Update — June 18, 2018
Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, Elizabeth Dowdeswell, has invited Doug Ford to assume the position of Premier of Ontario and form a new government. Premier-designate Ford indicated that he and his cabinet will be sworn in on June 29, 2018. There are many predictions...
National Trustee Gathering on Aboriginal Education & CSBA Congress 2018
NationalTrustee Gathering on Aboriginal EducationJuly 4 – 5, 2018and CSBA Congress 2018July 5 – 7 WestinNova Scotian1181 Hollis StreetHalifax, Nova Scotia REGISTER NOW.Early Bird registration ends this week - at midnight on Friday, June 15. Program Outline HOTEL...
Provincial Election Update, June 8, 2018
OPSBA issued a media release on June 8 regarding the election results. The Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario, led by Doug Ford, was elected in yesterday's provincial election, securing a majority government with 76 seats. The New Democratic Party of...
Celebrating National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day
National Indigenous History Month In 2009, with the passing of a unanimous motion in the House of Commons, June was declared National Indigenous History Month. Each June, Canadians are invited to celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of...
OPSBA’s 2017-18 Annual Report
The 2017-18 OPSBA Annual Report is now available on the OPSBA website. Check it out today to learn more about OPSBA’s advocacy to advance our priorities in the past school year!
OPSBA in the Media – June 2018
OPSBA Media Release, OPSBA extends congratulations to new PC government, Jun. 8, 2018 OPSBA Media Release, Cathy Abraham elected President of OPSBA, Jun. 4, 2018 French teachers in high demand as popularity of immersion programs soars Andrea Gordon, Toronto Star, June...
Provincial Election Update, May 29, 2018
There are 9 days left until Ontario's next general election on Thursday, June 7, 2018. The Elections Ontario website includes a listing of all 124 electoral districts as well as other election oriented information. Voting Before Election Day Advanced polls were open...
The 2018 OPSBA AGM – May 31 to June 3
At the Annual General Meeting, OPSBA members determine priorities and directions for the coming year, elect officers and plan for the future. This event also includes a comprehensive professional development program for trustees. 2018 AGM and Program May 31 to June...
OPSBA in the Media – May 2018
OPSBA Media Release, New Report Identifies Key Factors in FSL Teacher Shortages, May 29, 2018 All candidates forum to focus on educationStu Campaaigne, My North Bay Now, May 22, 2018In light of the essential role that it feels education will play in the upcoming...
Legislative Update – May 9, 2018
Provincial Election 2018 It’s official – On May 8, Premier Kathleen Wynne asked Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Dowdeswell to dissolve the final session of the 41st Parliament of the Province of Ontario, effective as of 2 p.m. The writ will be issued naming Thursday,...
Legislative Update – May 8, 2018
The writ of election is set for May 9, 2018, with the next provincial election on June 7, 2018. As of today, there are three sitting days before the writ and 35 days before the election. Revised Pupil Accommodation Review Guideline and an update on integrated planning...
Champion of Diversity Award
Nominations for the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration's Champion of Diversity Award is open until May 15. This Award recognizes individuals, groups and employers who help promote immigrant success, economic growth, and inclusion in Ontario and includes three...
Legislative Update – April 30, 2018
Election Time Frames – A Quick Overview Pre-Writ No official stopping of government initiatives but things tend to slow down, as do communications. Writ Period (May 9 – June 7) Legislative Assembly dissolves and MPPs are no longer members but Ministers remain as...
Education Week 2018 – May 7 to 11
Ontario schools celebrate Education Week every year during the first week of May. This year, Education Week will be held from May 7 to 11 and the theme for celebration is Equity in Action. The amazing activities happening in schools will be highlighted, equity...
OPSBA statement on the release of 2024-25 Core Education Funding
OPSBA welcomes federal announcement of National School Food Program
Statements on mandatory Black history learning
Take Your MPP to School Week
OPSBA ratifies agreement reached with ETFO Teachers
Legislative Update — June 18, 2018
Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, Elizabeth Dowdeswell, has invited Doug Ford to assume the position of Premier of Ontario and form a new government. Premier-designate Ford indicated that he and his cabinet will be sworn in on June 29, 2018. There are many predictions...
National Trustee Gathering on Aboriginal Education & CSBA Congress 2018
NationalTrustee Gathering on Aboriginal EducationJuly 4 – 5, 2018and CSBA Congress 2018July 5 – 7 WestinNova Scotian1181 Hollis StreetHalifax, Nova Scotia REGISTER NOW.Early Bird registration ends this week - at midnight on Friday, June 15. Program Outline HOTEL...
Provincial Election Update, June 8, 2018
OPSBA issued a media release on June 8 regarding the election results. The Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario, led by Doug Ford, was elected in yesterday's provincial election, securing a majority government with 76 seats. The New Democratic Party of...
Celebrating National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day
National Indigenous History Month In 2009, with the passing of a unanimous motion in the House of Commons, June was declared National Indigenous History Month. Each June, Canadians are invited to celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of...
OPSBA’s 2017-18 Annual Report
The 2017-18 OPSBA Annual Report is now available on the OPSBA website. Check it out today to learn more about OPSBA’s advocacy to advance our priorities in the past school year!
OPSBA in the Media – June 2018
OPSBA Media Release, OPSBA extends congratulations to new PC government, Jun. 8, 2018 OPSBA Media Release, Cathy Abraham elected President of OPSBA, Jun. 4, 2018 French teachers in high demand as popularity of immersion programs soars Andrea Gordon, Toronto Star, June...
Provincial Election Update, May 29, 2018
There are 9 days left until Ontario's next general election on Thursday, June 7, 2018. The Elections Ontario website includes a listing of all 124 electoral districts as well as other election oriented information. Voting Before Election Day Advanced polls were open...
The 2018 OPSBA AGM – May 31 to June 3
At the Annual General Meeting, OPSBA members determine priorities and directions for the coming year, elect officers and plan for the future. This event also includes a comprehensive professional development program for trustees. 2018 AGM and Program May 31 to June...
OPSBA in the Media – May 2018
OPSBA Media Release, New Report Identifies Key Factors in FSL Teacher Shortages, May 29, 2018 All candidates forum to focus on educationStu Campaaigne, My North Bay Now, May 22, 2018In light of the essential role that it feels education will play in the upcoming...
Legislative Update – May 9, 2018
Provincial Election 2018 It’s official – On May 8, Premier Kathleen Wynne asked Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Dowdeswell to dissolve the final session of the 41st Parliament of the Province of Ontario, effective as of 2 p.m. The writ will be issued naming Thursday,...
Legislative Update – May 8, 2018
The writ of election is set for May 9, 2018, with the next provincial election on June 7, 2018. As of today, there are three sitting days before the writ and 35 days before the election. Revised Pupil Accommodation Review Guideline and an update on integrated planning...
Champion of Diversity Award
Nominations for the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration's Champion of Diversity Award is open until May 15. This Award recognizes individuals, groups and employers who help promote immigrant success, economic growth, and inclusion in Ontario and includes three...
Legislative Update – April 30, 2018
Election Time Frames – A Quick Overview Pre-Writ No official stopping of government initiatives but things tend to slow down, as do communications. Writ Period (May 9 – June 7) Legislative Assembly dissolves and MPPs are no longer members but Ministers remain as...
Education Week 2018 – May 7 to 11
Ontario schools celebrate Education Week every year during the first week of May. This year, Education Week will be held from May 7 to 11 and the theme for celebration is Equity in Action. The amazing activities happening in schools will be highlighted, equity...
