OPSBA statement: Public school facilities closed to the end of June

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  • 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 operating our education system during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. School boards appreciate the…

  • Legislative Update – May 19, 2020

    The Legislative Assembly of Ontario resumed May 12 for a one-day session for a reduced Question Period, to renew the emergency declaration (now extended until June 2) and introduce and pass Bill 190, COVID-19 Response and Reforms to Modernize Ontario Act, 2020. The government is now resuming twice-weekly Question Periods, to be held every Tuesday…

  • Legislative Update – May 11, 2020

    The Legislative Assembly of Ontario resumes May 12 at 9 a.m. for a reduced Question Period and to renew the emergency declarations that have been in place since April 14. The government is resuming twice-weekly Question Periods, to be held every Tuesday and Wednesday at least, until June 4 — which is when the House…

  • 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 support the fight against COVID-19, and to be of service where their…

  • OPSBA Ratifies Settlement Reached with Ontario Council of Education Workers

    May 5, 2020, Toronto – The Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA) is pleased to announce that it has ratified the tentative settlement that was reached with the Ontario Council of Education Workers (OCEW) on April 4, 2020. “Throughout this process our goal has been to negotiate agreements that are fully-funded, fair, and fiscally responsible.…

  • Legislative Update – May 4, 2020

    The Legislative Assembly of Ontario remains adjourned and is scheduled to resume on May 12, 2020. MPPs must do this every 28 days to renew the emergency declaration and will sit for a reduced Question Period that morning. We understand the Ministry of Education remains hopeful to release the Grants for Student Needs (GSN) in…

  • OPSBA Ratifies Settlements Reached with ETFO Teachers and Education Workers

    April 28, 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 Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario for both teachers and education workers on March 20, 2020. “Throughout this process our goal has been to negotiate agreements that are…

  • OPSBA/CTA Reaches Tentative Agreement with OSSTF at the Central Bargaining Table

    Toronto, April 20, 2020 – The Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA) is pleased to announce that OPSBA and the provincial government have successfully negotiated a tentative agreement with Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF) teachers. OPSBA is also pleased to announce the Association, the Council of Trustees’ Associations (CTA), and the provincial government have reached…

  • Legislative Update – April 17, 2020

    A total of 28 MPPs met (physically distanced) at the Legislature on April 14 to obtain legislative approval to extend the state of emergency in the province. The extension of the provincial declaration allows Ontario to continue to enforce current emergency orders, such as the closure of all non-essential workplaces, outdoor amenities such as parks…

  • Tentative agreement reached with OCEW

    Toronto, April 4, 2020 – The Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA) is pleased to announce that the Council of Trustees’ Associations (CTA) and the provincial government have successfully negotiated a tentative settlement on central terms of a collective agreement with the Ontario Council of Education Workers (OCEW). “Despite the challenges caused by the current COVID-19…

  • OPSBA statement regarding the closure of all public schools through to May 4

    Toronto, March 31 – “The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented and rapidly evolving event that requires an unprecedented response. School boards across Ontario greatly appreciate the direction and advice being provided by our provincial and local public health officials. Along with the Ministry of Education and our education partners, we are committed to providing the best…

  • Legislative Update – March 26, 2020

    MPPs met March 25 to allow the Minister of Finance, Rod Phillips, to release the March 2020 Economic and Fiscal Update in the Legislature. Just 28 MPPs were in the Queen’s Park chambers to debate the bill which also received Royal Assent. The house is now adjourned until April 14 — the same date the…