Protecting and Enhancing Public Education
As a union that represents education workers across Ontario, OSSTF is a strong voice in support of a research-based approach to education policy in this province. Our advocacy goes beyond simply demanding more for our members, but includes fighting to protect and enhance public education in Peel and across Ontario. We have a world-class public education system, and we must fight to protect it.
Equitable and Safe Schools
It is essential that our public schools provide equitable learning environments for both staff and students. OSSTF District 19 supports an anti-racist and anti-oppression approach to learning and working in Peel schools. Staff and students should always feel welcome and safe in our public schools.
Bargaining to Protect and Improve Working Conditions
There are currently thousands of qualified teachers in the province of Ontario who are choosing not to work in the field of education. We do not have a shortage of teachers, but we do have a shortage of highly educated professionals who are willing to work for school boards that don't value their employees. OSSTF District 19 advocates for better compensation and working conditions for teachers in Peel in order to ensure that our schools can attract and retain the best educators in the province.
Professional Growth and Development
OSSTF District 19 offers training to members on topics such as Contract Maintenance, Advocacy to Activism and Dismantling Anti-Black Racism in our public schools. We also support members with funding for professional development related to their teaching practice via our Short Term Professional Development Leave (STPDL) committee.
