2018 Ministry Election Resources

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  • 2018 Ministry Election Resources

    The Ministry of Municipal Affairs has now posted resources for the 2018 municipal and school board elections on their website. The information includes Guides that have been updated to reflect legislative changes made to the Municipal Elections Act since the last election. They are available in PDF format and can be read online at www.ontario.ca/municipalelections. Quick…

  • Are you on the voter list?

    ​Are you on the list to vote for the upcoming municipal and school board elections? If you are an Ontario resident over the age of 18 you can visit voterlookup.ca to confirm or update your information in a few easy steps. You can also change your school support for electoral purposes and add names to your property…

  • Legislative Update – March 28, 2018

    School Board Governance Last Fall, OPSBA participated in a ministry consultation that included five areas of discussion: Code of Conduct & Integrity Commissioners, Trustee Honoraria, Student Trustees, Electronic Meetings and Director of Education Qualifications. The attached memo outlines next steps for each of these topics, including Trustee Honoraria which was included in the Grants for Student…

  • Legislative Update – March 26, 2018

    The Legislative Assembly of Ontario resumed on March 19, 2018. Acting on behalf of Premier Kathleen Wynne, Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Dowdeswell delivered the Speech from the Throne to open the Third Session of the 41st Parliament of Ontario. The 20-minute speech outlined the Liberal government’s plan to increase spending on health, seniors’ and child care.…

  • Education Funding Supports Student Health, Well-Being and Success

    ​Toronto, March 26, 2018 – The Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA) considers the 2018-2019 Grants for Student Needs (GSN) announcement a positive step by the provincial government to ensure a strong and stable publicly funded education system accessible to all students. “OPSBA welcomes today’s funding announcement which includes a year-over-year increase of $625 million…

  • 2018 Education Labour Relations and Human Resources Symposium

    Making a Difference DON’T MISS OPSBA’s premier Labour Relations and Human Resources professional learning opportunity. Register now. The 2018 Education Labour Relations and Human Resources Symposium takes place April 26 and 27 at the Sheraton Centre in Toronto. The Symposium is designed to provide professional development in the areas of labour relations and human resources designed specifically for School Board…

  • OPSBA’s 30th AGM & Program

    ​ May 31 – June 3, 2018 Marriott on the Falls 6755 Fallsview Boulevard Niagara Falls 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. Directors of Education, supervisory officers, and…

  • Legislative Update – March 5, 2018

    The Legislative Assembly of Ontario resumed on February 20, 2018. MPPs have upcoming constituency weeks that align with March Break and Easter. This means there are seven sitting weeks scheduled before writ of election, set for Wednesday, May 9, 2018 with the next provincial election to be on or before June 7, 2018. The 2018…

  • New website launched to support Reconciliation

    The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) has launched a new website to support their Imagine a Canada initiative. On this website, visitors will find resources for educators working at all levels, in both English and French, helping students understand the Residential School experience and the importance of Reconciliation. They will also find photo…

  • Call for Nominations for OPSBA Elected Positions 2018

    The OPSBA 2018 elections will be held as part of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) which takes place from May 31- June 3, 2018 in Niagara Falls. The Northern Region is hosting the event and is looking forward to welcoming you to OPSBA’s 30th Annual General Meeting and Program. All nominations received by the nomination…

  • Legislative Update, February 16, 2018

    The Legislative Assembly of Ontario resumes February 20, 2018. Legislation being monitored includes: Bill 191, Education Amendment Act (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder), 2017 This private member’s bill was introduced on December 13, 2017, by Liberal MPP Sophie Kiwala, MPP (Kingston and the Islands). This bill would require boards to promote awareness and understanding of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum…

  • Register now for the 2018 Summit on Children & Youth Mental Health

    Online registration for the Summit on Children and Youth Mental Health! This unique event unites the voices of educators, professional student services personnel, mental health and health professionals, children service agencies, children service advocates, families and students. SUMMIT PROGRAM SUMMIT FEES BOTH Pre + Main Pre ONLY Main ONLY DSBs/Organizations $525 + HST $225 + HST…