A New federal Government – Opportunities and Challenges for Teachers in Canada (CTF Report)
The election of a new federal government has opened the door to both challenges and opportunities for the Canadian Teachers’ Federation (CTF).
Voices
Advocating for Publicly Funded Education (OTF Report)
Universally accessible, quality, publicly funded education is the fabric of democracy and the cornerstone of a just society. Nevertheless, over the last decade, Ontario has witnessed an unprecedented growth in the number of private schools.
Il était une fois… dans la classe de français!
« Il était une fois, dans la classe de français de monsieur Demers, un groupe d’élèves qui décida d’aller faire une visite à l’arcade du centre d’achats afin de jouer à un nouveau jeu vidéo : La maison hantée.
... And We Still Rise 2006
As a teacher of three years and a current participant in ETFO’s Leaders for Tomorrow program, I am truly impressed with the opportunity I have to gain new insight to the issues that we, as women, face and the progress we have made.
Defining Disability
The new wave of activists took the medical model and turned it upside down. Don’t focus on the individual, they said – focus instead on the built and social environments in which the individual must function.
When Injuries and Disabilities Strike: What You Need to Know About Income Replacement
When you are injured or disabled, long-term disability benefits (LTD) and Workplace Safety and Insurance Board benefits (WSIB) can help you financially.
Hanno Weinberger
The kindergarten kids at Tom Thomson PS are ready to leave for the day and Hanno Weinberger is a busy man.
Students Make History
“Every human being, of whatever origin, of whatever station, deserves respect. We must each respect others even as we respect ourselves.”
U Thant: Former Secretary-General of the United Nations
Taking a Walk on the "Real" Side
As intermediate teachers, one of our major concerns is motivating our students. How can we engage our students in meaningful learning experiences and, at the same time, create a lifelong love for learning?