#ETFO MEDIA STATEMENT: Education funding falls well below inflation, failing students This government continues to ignore…calls [for adequate, stable, inflation‑protected funding], choosing instead to mask real‑dollar cuts with political spin. www.etfo.ca/news-publica... #OntEd #OnLab

#ETFO MEDIA RELEASE: ETFO responds to auditor’s report on special education ETFO President David Mastin: “This report is another damning indictment of a government that has abandoned its responsibility to Ontario’s most vulnerable learners.” www.etfo.ca/news-publica... #OnLab #OntEd

Today, we wear red dresses to remember and honour the lives of Indigenous women, girls, and Two‑Spirit people who have been taken by violence and to stand with families and communities who continue to seek justice and healing. The red dress is a powerful call to action. #ETFO #onted

#ETFO MEDIA RELEASE: Ed Week highlights educators’ impact, urgent need for action “This week shines a light on the invaluable work happening in classrooms, but also the urgent need to strengthen the public education system that should support that work.” www.etfo.ca/news-publica... #OnLab #OntEd

Join PETL's Professional Learning committee on June 16th for the Intentional Joy Workshop. Come and get tips and gain insights on building wellness strategies that honour the realities of teaching. etfopeel.com/event/intent...

Join PETL's Anti-Racism & Equity committee on June 2nd for Teaching for Equity and Belonging with Unlearn. Come engage and learn more about equity and creating a sense of belonging as you teach. Register at etfopeel.com/event/unlear...

Join PETL's New Members committee on May 21st for Sip n' Social. Come and enjoy some downtime with other PETL members. Games, food and lots of fun will be had! Register at etfopeel.com/event/sip-n-...

Join PETL's Special Events and Awards committee on June 4th for Moccasins & Community. The Moccasin Project raises awareness about the continued removal of Indigenous children from their families into foster care. Register at etfopeel.com/event/moccas...

Polish Heritage Month is a time to honour the journeys, traditions, and resilience that shape Polish identity. When we uplift the Polish voices, stories, and strength that promote belonging for all students. Let’s continue building communities where everyone feels celebrated. #ETFO #onted #onlab

Jewish Heritage Month is a time to uplift Jewish voices, stories and legacies and confront the harm of antisemitism. We stand with Jewish communities as we commit to learning and unlearning so that our spaces reflect dignity, safety and true belonging for all. #ETFO #onted #onlab

Asian Heritage Month is a time to honour the histories, cultures, and contributions of Asian students, families, and educators. When we uplift Asian voices, stories, and leadership, we strengthen belonging for all students. #ETFO #onted #onlab

South Asian Heritage Month invites us to honour the roots, celebrations, and leadership of South Asian communities. We continue our commitment to creating learning environments where South Asian students and educators feel affirmed, protected, and celebrated. #ETFO #onted #onlab

International Workers’ Day reminds us that progress has never been given. It has always been won through courage, organizing, and collective struggle. Today we honour workers past and present, and continue to fight for equity, safety, and justice in every workplace. #ETFO #onlab #onted

Join PETL's Professional Learning committee on June 16th for the Intentional Joy Workshop. Come and get tips on how to make joy a part of your every day, putting yourself on your 'to do' list and gain insights on building wellness strategies that honour the realities of teaching.

Earth Day is about protecting the planet and people. Communities facing systemic injustice are hit first and worst by pollution and climate change. Let’s commit to solutions that honor Indigenous knowledge and protect vulnerable communities. #ETFO #onlab #onted

On April 29th join the Health, Safety and Wellness Journal and Collage Workshop. This workshop is designed to support stress management and overall wellbeing. You will learn more about journal therapy, the benefits of journaling and creating supportive writing spaces. Register at etfopeel.com/events

#ETFO MEDIA RELEASE: ETFO rejects #OntEd overhaul as an unprecedented rollback of local democracy ETFO President Mastin: “This govt should focus on what is in the best interests of students & not on political manoeuvres that weaken democratic oversight.” www.etfo.ca/news-publica... #OnLab #OntEd

#ETFO MEDIA RELEASE: Teacher education program changes ease recruitment, neglect retention ETFO President David Mastin: “W/o meaningful action & investment that addresses [underfunding] pressures, the retention & recruitment crisis will only intensify.” www.etfo.ca/news-publica... #OntEd #OnLab

Registration is still open! PETL presents ETFO's - Establishing Positive Parent Relationships workshop. Register today at etfopeel.com/event/establ...

On Int'l Day of Pink we confront bullying, discrimination, and hate. We stand with 2SLGBTQIA+ students, educators, staff, and families and continue to advocate for schools and workplaces where everyone can show up fully as themselves. #ETFO #Onlab #Onted #EchoOfChange

Today we recognize World Autism Awareness Day and reaffirm our commitment to inclusion, acceptance, and meaningful support for neurodiverse individuals. Deepening our understanding is important. We are all entitled to learn and grow with dignity. #ETFO #onlab #onted

PETL MEMBERS: Register today to attend our ‘Living & Learning with Dyslexia’ Workshop, facilitated by former long-time PDSB Educator & PETL Member Dr. Deborah Weston. Tuesday, April 7 / 4:30-6:30 p.m. Register here: etfopeel.com/event/living... #ETFO #OntEd #OnLab

PETL MEMBERS: Register today for our 2nd Annual Black Gold event – a celebration of Black Excellence. Tuesday, April 8 / 5:30-8:00 p.m. With a very special keynote from Marcia Howard, President of the Minneapolis Federation of Educators Local 59. Register here: etfopeel.com/event/black-... #ETFO

On Nat'l Indigenous Languages Day we honour Indigenous languages, living connections to history, identity, and culture. We stand with Indigenous communities in revitalization efforts and commit to supporting these languages for future generations. #ETFO #onlab #onted

On Int'l Transgender Day of Visibility, we uplift trans and non‑binary voices and recommit to creating safer, more inclusive spaces. Visibility matters — and so does action. Everyone deserves dignity, respect, and the freedom to live as their true selves. #ETFO #onlab #onted

Water is life. On World Water Day, we’re reminded that access to clean, safe water is a right — not a privilege. Let’s protect it, conserve it, and ensure everyone has access. #ETFO #ONTED #ONLAB

On the Int'l Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we reaffirm our commitment to creating workplaces and communities where equity isn’t optional. Racism is dismantled through action, dialogue, and protective policies. #ETFO #ONTED #ONLAB

Today, on World Down Syndrome Day, we celebrate the strength and joy individuals with Down syndrome bring to our communities. We recognize families who advocate, educators and support teams who ensure equity, and most importantly, the individuals themselves. #ETFO #ONTED #ONLAB

April 16/26 - Chai and Chaat! An evening celebrating South Asian culture, food and community. All PETL members are welcome! RSVP at: etfopeel.com/event/chai-a...

Sustainability Solutions Summit: Building a Just Future, pressures on education, health care, & the environment, organizing & connecting is more important than ever April 15 – Public Evening Event April 16 – Daytime Learning & Organizing Sessions Register: tinyurl.com/BuildingAJustFuture

April 18/26, 11:30am-2:30pm Come see "Under Our Big Top" - A musical, at the Famous Peoples Players Theatre, with lunch included Support a non-profit, blacklight theatre that supports people with exceptionalities. A wonderful afternoon get away! PETL Members register: etfopeel.com/event/famous...

April 8, 2026 - Black Gold - A celebration of Black excellence! Keynote speaker Marcia Howard, President of Local 59, Minneapolis Federation of Educators All PETL Members welcome, RSVP at: etfopeel.com/event/black-...

April 7/26 - Living and learning with dyslexia Supporting your students, understanding yourself, come learn together! PETL Members register: etfopeel.com/event/living...

Calling all kindergarten teachers!!! Come learn about science inquiries for your classroom. March 31/26 at 4:30pm PETL members register: etfopeel.com/event/kinder...

March 31/26 - Race and Education - The water we swim in An incredible workshop focusing on the award winning film. PETL members register: etfopeel.com/event/race-a...

March 24/26 - Professional Boundaries Want a deeper understanding of what professional boundaries looks like? Need ideas on how to maintain health professional boundaries? PETL member register here: etfopeel.com/event/profes...

March 23/26 - PETL Interview Skills Panel Planning to interview, come get some tips from administrators that can guide you on the types of questions and what they usually look for! PETL Members register: etfopeel.com/event/interv...

PEEL EDUCATION WORKERS UNITED MEDIA RELEASE: Over 300 Educators Laid Off in PDSB as Ford Conservatives Use Supervision to Push Through Cuts PETL President Nadia Goode: "Under Calandra’s watch, more than 300 educators are being laid off. It's shameful." #ETFO #OntEd #OnLab

#ETFO MEDIA STATEMENT: ETFO responds to classroom supplies announcement ETFO President Dave Mastin: “Educators cannot be bought, & our commitment to strong public education is not something this government can purchase with a pre‑bargaining announcement.” www.etfo.ca/news-publica... #OnLab #OntEd

✍🏼 JOINT STATEMENT: SCHOOL BOARDS & STAKEHOLDERS CALL FOR BROAD PROVINCE-WIDE GOVERNANCE CONSULTATION Decisions that remove local democracy representation must support students, families, & communities #ETFO #OntEd #OnLab

#ETFO MEDIA STATEMENT: Ministry supervision is failing #OntEd students: Local ETFO Presidents demand transparency, collaboration Decisions made by Ministry-appointed supervisors – behind closed doors – are impacting students & communities. This can’t continue. www.etfo.ca/news-publica... #OnLab

On #IWD2026, @PETL stands with women demanding gender justice as a fundamental workers’ right. Fair wages, safe jobs, respect for women’s labour, and real pathways to leadership are core to this fight. When women win, the entire labour movement rises. #ETFO #OnLab #OntEd

#ONTED MEDIA STATEMENT: Ontario’s Ed Unions Call for an Early Start to Bargaining to Best Support Students & Families “Ontario’s teachers & ed workers are ready to go, united, & committed to championing the voices of parents, students, teachers, & ed workers at the bargaining table.” #ETFO #OnLab

We center Black mental wellness, acknowledging systemic racism's weight and honoring Black resilience. We commit to dismantling barriers affecting Black mental health. Pushing for equity changes systems and saves lives. #ETFO #OnLab #OntEd

@PETL is having its very first Women's Health Symposium! Registration is now open. Please register at etfopeel.com/events It promises to be a POWERFUL and IMPACTFUL 2 days of learning, growing and connecting. See you there!

River Run Rally 2026 🌊🌊🌊 Wednesday, September 23, 2026 | 12pm | Toronto RSVP: freegrassy.net/river-run-20... Join Grassy Narrows youth and community members as they travel 1,700km to demand mercury justice #FreeGrassy #GrassyNarrows

On World Day of Social Justice, we reaffirm our commitment to fairness, dignity, and human rights, challenging inequity. This includes ensuring sustained, equitable funding for public education so every learner can succeed. #ETFO #onlab #onted

@PETL is having its very first Women's Health Symposium! Registration is now open. Please register at etfopeel.com/events It promises to be a POWERFUL and IMPACTFUL 2 days of learning, growing and connecting. See you there!

Today we celebrate the women and girls whose curiosity fuels discovery—and we confront the barriers that still limit their access to STEM. Equity in science is a justice issue. It’s about creating classrooms, labs, and workplaces where every girl can explore, innovate, and lead. #ETFO #onted #onlab

#ETFO Statement on School Tragedy in Tumbler Ridge, BC: “Our thoughts are with the families, students, educators, and community members who are grieving the heartbreaking loss of life in British Columbia. Our hearts are with the Tumbler Ridge community.” www.etfo.ca/news-publica... #OntEd #OnLab