B.C. teachers’ union says province trying to force class size, composition concessions
“They proved in opposition that they knew that the system needs more support, not less. Now they seem to be … trying to make cuts.” Continue reading
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‘Completely untrue’: B.C. teachers’ union president says province seeking contract concessions
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The BC Teachers’ Federation is firing back at the province over its assertion employers aren’t seeking concessions from educators in contract talks. Continue reading
Class size, composition making for ‘rougher than expected’ teachers’ contract negotiations: advocate
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The province and teachers are locked in tough negotiations, with teachers’ latest contract expiring on June 30. Continue reading
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Premier Doug Ford tells teachers not to strike as contract bargaining nears
When asked today if he was preparing for the possibility of a strike, Ford said teachers have waged job action against Ontario governments of every stripe, and he says they have to get with the times. Continue reading
BCTF president-elect Teri Mooring to focus on wage increases, recruitment amid contract negotiations
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The B.C. Teachers’ Federation has elected Teri Mooring as the union’s new president. Continue reading
School boards directed to teach ‘2010 interim curriculum that is not widely known’ for sex-ed
By Niki Anastasakis Videographer
The school year has officially kicked off, and for teachers, there is still confusion regarding the sex-ed curriculum. Continue reading
N.S. school psychologists, speech pathologists raise concerns over hiring of non-union workers
By Sarah Ritchie Sr. Broadcast Journalist/Anchor
Global News has obtained screen shots of notices on the HRSCE’s internal hiring system. Continue reading
NSTU withdraws complaint against teachers who broke work-to-rule planning Vimy Ridge trip
The members were alleged to have violated the work-to-rule order by planning a trip that would commemorate the 100-year anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Continue reading
Teachers’ union says it can do better after report details conflicts with special needs students
“At the end of the day, kids deserve a safe, inclusive environment. We shouldn’t be seeing situations like this.” Continue reading
BCTF welcomes proposal for Royal Commission on education
By Kyle Benning Digital Broadcast Journalist
The union representing BC Teachers is welcoming the prospect of a Royal Commission on Education. Continue reading