OPSBA and RTOERO partner to offer trustees group health coverage

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  • OPSBA and RTOERO partner to offer trustees group health coverage

    The Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA) is pleased to announce a new partnership with RTOERO (soon to be Entente Education Canada) that will provide OPSBA trustees with access to the Entente Plus Group Insurance Program. This comprehensive, not-for-profit program offers health, dental, hospital and travel coverage, and currently serves more than 100,000 plan members…

  • 2026 Public Education Symposium – Register now!

    January 23 and 24Sheraton Centre, Toronto See the Program and Register The Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA) invites all public education stakeholders to join us for a future-focused conversation on the issues that matter most in K–12 education. The 2026 Public Education Symposium (PES) marks an exciting first — we’re opening registration to all…

  • Democracy is not “outdated”: OPSBA urges government to reconsider Bill 33

    TORONTO, Nov. 7, 2025 – The Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA), its members, students, parents, and families across Ontario are deeply concerned by yet another blow to local democracy. The government’s decision to bypass the standard legislative process for Bill 33, Supporting Children and Students Act, eliminating the customary opportunity for public input through…

  • Keep education close to home — democracy is not outdated!

    When buses run late, programs are cut, or a child needs help, families deserve someone who gets their community.  That’s why school board trustees are essential. They’re neighbours who listen, ask hard questions, and keep education decisions close to home.  If the Ford government eliminates trustees, we lose more than oversight – we lose local…

  • Joint School Board and Trustee Association Statement on Automated Speed Enforcement Cameras in School Safety Zones

    October 6, 2025 As leaders representing Ontario’s four publicly funded school board associations, we are united in our concern about the province’s proposal to eliminate automated speed enforcement (ASE) cameras in school safety zones. These cameras have been shown to be one of the most effective tools available to keep children and families safe near schools.…

  • 2026 OPSBA Awards: Nominations now open!

    We’re excited to announce the launch of our 2026 Awards Program! After an in-depth review by the OPSBA Board of Directors earlier this year, the refreshed awards program will celebrate the incredible individuals who make the difference throughout Ontario’s public education system.  The nomination period for the following awards is now open! Who in your…

  • The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

    September 30, 2025, marks the fifth National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The creation of this federal statutory holiday was through legislative amendments made by the Parliament of Canada.  On June 3, 2021, Bill C-5, An Act to amend the Bills of Exchange Act, the Interpretation Act and the Canada Labour Code (National Day for…

  • Local Government Week 2025 – October 20 to 24

    Local Government Week (LGW) aims to increase youth and public awareness about the important role local government plays in our communities. Please join OPSBA, our member trustees and our education partners in raising civic awareness and promoting the role of trustees among Ontario students.

  • 2026 Public Education Symposium: Call for Presentation Proposals

    The Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA) is pleased to invite presentation proposals for the 2026 Public Education Symposium (PES), taking place January 23 and 24, 2026, at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel. PES will bring together school board trustees, directors of education, supervisory officers and school board staff from across Ontario to network, learn,…

  • 2025 Healthy Democracy Student Leadership Award Winners

    The Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA) and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) are pleased to announce five recipients of the 2025 Healthy Democracy Student Leadership Award! This scholarship is being awarded to one graduating English public school student in each of OPSBA’s regions. AMO’s Healthy Democracy Project promotes the value and reach of Ontario’s municipal…

  • OPSBA statement regarding announced supervision of additional school boards

    “School board trustees across Ontario take their roles very seriously, particularly their commitment to being financially responsible, transparent, and accountable to the communities and students they serve. As Minister Calandra said, ‘Most boards across the province of Ontario are doing the right thing. They’re managing their budgets properly and supporting students and teachers.’ The Minister’s…

  • OPSBA Executive Council set for 2025-26, OPSBA Award winners announced

    Toronto, June 17, 2025 – The Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA) is pleased to announce that Trustee Jan Johnstone of the Bluewater DSB was elected First Vice-President for the remainder of the 2024-25 school year and the 2025-26 school year at its Annual Meeting held on June 13 in Niagara-on-the-Lake. First Vice-President Johnstone steps…