At CTF/FCE’s National Staff Conference, colleagues from across Canada wear red in solidarity with @albertateachers.bsky.social as they fight for improved classroom conditions for students and teachers!

The 2025 National Staff Conference came to an end as Sheila Watt-Cloutier invited participants to start re-imagining a new way forward with intention. ✨🛣️

How does privatization of public education intersect with your work? Public Education Exchange, a national network fighting for public education on all fronts! We thank Anne Hales (@bctf.bsky.social), and Chris Samuels (@osstf.bsky.social) for lending their expertise on this topic.

Great minds think alike, job-alikes reunite! 🧠🤝💡 These much anticipated sessions allowed participants to gather with their counterparts across Canada to discuss specific opportunities, challenges, and strategies. Everyone left the rooms with a bag full of new tips, insights, and more.

🌪️ Big Tech is taking all the industries by storm. Journalism is no exception. Thank you to @saraheverts.bsky.social for facilitating this insightful session on Riding the News Cycle in this Age of Big Tech.

Today, National Staff Conference participants engaged in a series of workshops. The topics ranged from digitalization, school violence, collective bargaining, AI, and more. 👏 to our outstanding facilitators from @etfoeducators.bsky.social, @bctf.bsky.social , @utoronto.ca, and CTF/FCE.

Day 2 of the National Staff Conference gets straight to business!  A panel discussion with Dr. Wendy Craig, Dr. Darcy Santor and AEFO’s Philippe St-Amant on a heavy but crucial topic: Addressing violence and aggression in Canadians classrooms.

On this day of #TransgenderDayofRemembrance, we remember and honor the memory of transgender people who lost their life because of anti-transgender violence. 🕯️🏳️⚧️ Let’s stand in solidarity with the community and help raise awareness on the issues they face. 🔗 Learn more: egale.ca

This #WorldChildrensDay, explore the World’s Largest Lesson website for ways to place children at the centre stage of their future. Discover resources and lesson plans to share a positive message in your classroom. ⤵️ worldslargestlesson.globalgoals.org/resource/fli... #ForEveryChild

Breakthroughs start with strong minds and bold moves. Thank you, Marc Champagne, for guiding us as we learned to reset our mental map to move with strength and purpose.  What a powerful start to our 2025 National Staff Conference! 💪  #MentalMapToBreakthroughs #MappingTheWay #NSC2025

The 2025 National Staff Conference kicks off in Ottawa! 🎉 From November 19 to 21, CTF/FCE Member and Associate Organizations from across 🇨🇦 are gathering to map the way to strengthen our collective voice and to defend public education. ✊🏻✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿

Leaders of teacher organizations from across Canada wear #RedforEd in steadfast solidarity with @albertateachers.bsky.social. 🍎 Les dirigeant·es d’organisations de l’enseignement venu·es de tout le 🇨🇦 portent du rouge par solidarité avec l’ @albertateachers.bsky.social.

Thanks to MP @alexboulerice.bsky.social for meeting with CTF/FCE President Clint Johnston (@ctffcepresident.bsky.social) yesterday to discuss: 💪 strengthening labour rights, and ✅ loan forgiveness for educators.

At today’s National #RemembranceDay Ceremony in Ottawa, @ctffcepresident.bsky.social Clint Johnston placed a wreath on behalf of the CTF/FCE and our 370,000+ members across Canada.

Le 11 novembre, nous nous souvenons avec gratitude des personnes qui ont servi et continuent de servir le Canada, au pays et dans le monde. Nous n’oublierons pas le sens du devoir, le courage et le sacrifice de nos vétéran·es. 🌺 #SemaineDesVétérans #JourDuSouvenir veterans.gc.ca/fr/commemora...

On #RemembranceDay, we remember and show gratitude to those who have served and continue to serve Canada at home, across borders, and overseas. We will not forget the service, courage, and sacrifice of our veterans. 🌺 #VeteransWeek veterans.gc.ca/en/remembran...

⌛ Dernière chance de vous faire entendre et de nous aider à comprendre les effets qu’a l’effectif des classes sur l’éducation publique au 🇨🇦. Le sondage de l’automne 2025 de l’enquête Parachute auprès du personnel de l’éducation prend fin le 12 novembre. 🔗 survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50440962/...

⌛ Last chance to share your voice to help us understand the effects of class size in K-12 public education across 🇨🇦. The fall 2025 edition of the Parachute educator survey series closes on November 12. 🔗https://survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50440962/48ffba83d1f6

In Montreal, the CTF/FCE booth was bustling these past two days! Thank you to QPAT for having us at your Annual General Convention. It was also great to see some familiar faces.

The @ctffcepresident.bsky.social Clint Johnston addresses Island teachers at PEITF’s 2025 Annual Convention. We thank @peitf.bsky.social for this opportunity to connect with delegates.

« À l’heure où les travailleur·ses et la population du Canada ont besoin d’appui, il faut investir judicieusement dans les services et les programmes publics pour surmonter cette période d’incertitude. » – Clint Johnston, @ctffcepresident.bsky.social 🔗 www.ctf-fce.ca/fr/analyse-s...

“At a time when workers and Canadians need support, we need smart investments in the public service and programs to get us through this period of uncertainty. The proposed cuts in Budget 2025 will hurt Canadians.” – Clint Johnston, @ctffcepresident.bsky.social 🔗 www.ctf-fce.ca/ctf-fce-over...

La CTF/FCE est heureuse de voir que le budget de 2025 assure la pérennité du Programme national d’alimentation scolaire. 🎉 Mais elle regrette qu’il ne contienne presque rien qui permette à la population canadienne d’envisager l’avenir avec enthousiasme. 🔗 www.ctf-fce.ca/fr/analyse-s...

We’re happy to see the National School Food Program permanent in #Budget2025. But we are concerned that there’s little to make people living in 🇨🇦 excited for the future. Innovation and investments are great, but they must expand programs and services for Canadians, not cut them. 🔗

🔔 Reminder: The Fall 2025 edition of the Parachute educator survey is on now until November 12.  👉 Share your voice to help us understand the effects of class size in K-12 public education across 🇨🇦. 🔗 survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50440962/...

🔔 Rappel : Participez au sondage Parachute de l’automne 2025 d’ici le 12 novembre!  👉 Faites-vous entendre et aidez-nous à comprendre les effets qu’a l’effectif des classes sur l’éducation publique au 🇨🇦. 🔗 survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50440962/...

La CTF/FCE est déçue que le budget fédéral ne fasse aucune mention de l’exonération du remboursement des prêts d’études pour le personnel de l’éducation — une promesse du budget de 2024. Les membres du personnel de l’éducation méritent d’avoir des nouvelles de ce programme! buff.ly/GrRexI1 #polcan

The CTF/FCE is disappointed that #Budget2025 does not mention loan forgiveness for educators – a commitment from Budget 2024. Educators deserve answers on this program! 🔎 See our budget analysis: www.ctf-fce.ca/ctf-fce-over... 📝 Sign our letter to Minister Hajdu: www.ctf-fce.ca/take-action/...

“… individuals in power, and their party, want results that will get them votes. And so, when budget decisions are being made, too often education is left wanting.” Read our latest blog by @ctffcepresident.bsky.social on how to get back to where we should. www.ctf-fce.ca/blog-perspec...

💫 As we wrap up the 20th annual #MediaLiteracyWeek, check out some key take aways and best practices to ensure Media Education stays alive⤵️📲 @mediasmarts.bsky.social 🔗 mediasmarts.ca/digital-medi...

Aidez-nous à comprendre les effets qu’ont l’effectif et la complexité des classes sur l’enseignement et l’apprentissage. C’est votre chance de nous aider à transformer l’éducation publique au Canada! 📝 Répondez au sondage Parachute d’ici le 12 novembre. 🔗 survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50440962/...

Help us examine the effects of class size and complexity on student learning and teaching. No, it’s not “another survey” – it’s your chance to help us transform Canadian public education! 📝 Fill out the Parachute Survey by November 12. 🔗 survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50440962/...

Ahead of #Budget2025, the CTF/FCE submitted recommendations to the House of Commons to: ✅ make the Natl School Food Program permanent 💰 expand loan forgiveness to teachers in rural areas 🧠 create a Mental Health Transfer to provinces 🌍 continue supporting global access to education bit.ly/47qCyDX

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#MediaLiteracyWeek 2025 continues! This #DigitalCitizenDay let us all do our part to build a better online world! @mediasmarts.bsky.social 👍 Spreading positivity 🤝 Being mindful and respectful 🗣️ Speaking up 🫶 Showing empathy 🔒 Protecting privacy 🔗Learn more: mediasmarts.ca/digital-medi...

The CTF/FCE fully condemns the Government of Alberta’s shameful use of the notwithstanding clause to force striking teachers back to work. Bill 2 violates the collective bargaining and democratic rights of Alberta teachers. 🔗 Letter from @ctffcepresident.bsky.social www.ctf-fce.ca/statement-al...

Across Canada, teachers, education workers, and leaders stand in solidarity with @albertateachers.bsky.social as they defend public education. Alberta’s fight is Canada’s fight. It’s time to invest in public education because EVERY student deserves quality public education! #KidsCantWaitAB

Seeking a broader, more global perspective on education? Promote quality public education through Teaching Together! Co-deliver professional learning sessions with local teacher colleagues in developing countries. 📅 Apply via your provincial/territorial teachers’ org. ▶️ buff.ly/ytxxnjF

#MediaLiteracyWeek 2025 is here! Teachers and education workers, get inspired and encourage creative thinking in the classroom with these fun  #MediaLiteracy activities tailored by @MediaSmarts and supported by the Canadian Teachers’ Federation. 🔗 mediasmarts.ca/teacher-reso...

C’est la #SemaineÉducationMédias 2025! Enseignant·es et travailleur·euses de l’éducation, encouragez la créativité en classe grâce à ces activités amusantes conçues par @HabiloMedias et approuvées par la Fédération canadienne des enseignantes et des enseignants. 🔗 habilomedias.ca/ressources-p...

Educators are still waiting for the expansion of the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program – a commitment made in Budget 2024. Help attract and retain qualified teachers in rural and remote communities. 📝 Take action to improve the lives of future educators! www.ctf-fce.ca/take-action/...

La CTF/FCE est fière d’être membre du Centre canadien de politiques alternatives (@policyalternatives.ca). Joignez-vous au CCPA, le plus important groupe de réflexion progressiste du 🇨🇦. 💡 Pour faire un don (site en anglais) : wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebL...

The CTF/FCE is a proud member of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (@policyalternatives.ca). We invite you to join Canada’s leading progressive think tank today. 💡 🇨🇦 To donate, visit: wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebL...

“Still standing in solidarity with our @albertateachers.bsky.social colleagues, and another 320,000 members across the country have your back!” – Clint Johnston, @ctffcepresident.bsky.social Canada is with you in your fight – because students deserve better! #OurKidsCantWaitAB #StopTheExcuses

The entire school community has a shared responsibility in addressing harmful language. 🏫 🔊 Tune in to our new SOURCE podcast episode with Harmony Movement to discover how addressing harmful language fosters a culture of safety and belonging: www.buzzsprout.com/1915283/epis...

🚫🗣️ Harmful language is a growing issue. In our latest SOURCE podcast episode with Harmony Movement, we discuss how we can address it and so much more! Listen wherever you get your podcast: www.buzzsprout.com/1915283/epis...

🇨🇦 Public school teachers and education workers: Classrooms are increasingly overcrowded – we need to hear your experiences to advocate for systemic change. 📝 Participate in the Parachute Survey. On now until November 12. 🔗 survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50440962/...

Key details ✅ Budget 2024 announced an investment of $1 billion over five years. ✅ The Program will receive permanent funding of $216.6 million per year, starting in 2029-2030. Thank you to the federal government for making this a priority. 👏 Learn more: www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/news...