Appel aux enseignant·es et autres travailleur·euses des écoles publiques du 🇨🇦! Les classes sont de plus en plus surpeuplées. Nous avons besoin de vous entendre pour demander un changement systémique. 📝 Participez au sondage Parachute d’ici le 12 novembre. 🔗 survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50440962/...

🇨🇦 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/...

Wishing you a happy, healthy and joyful Thanksgiving weekend! Nous vous souhaitons un joyeux, sain et heureux week-end de l’Action de grâce !

Congratulation to Shane MacLeod, from Dartmouth High School, for winning a 2025 Prime Minister's Award - Certificate of Achievement for Teaching Excellence in Stem. ised-isde.canada.ca/site/ised/en...

Congratulation to Michael Jean, from Cole Harbour District High School, for winning a 2025 Prime Minister's Award - Certificate of Achievement for Teaching Excellence in Stem. ised-isde.canada.ca/site/ised/en...

A message from the Nova Scotia Teachers Union in solidarity with striking colleagues at the Alberta Teachers' Association. Un message du Nova Scotia Teachers Union en solidarité avec les collègues en grève de l’Alberta Teachers’ Association. @albertateachers.bsky.social #abpoli

A #WorldTeachersDay message from Peter Day, President of @nsteachersunion.bsky.social. On October 5, celebrate Canada’s teachers for the incredible difference they make every day! 🌟 #BecauseOfATeacher

Happy World Teachers' Day! Bonne Journée mondiale des enseignants! youtu.be/xuJksrQap8Y

"NSTU president Peter Day said finding teachers willing to work in rural areas is a real challenge, especially in more specialized subjects like music, French, math, and the sciences." www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Aujourd’hui, à la Journée nationale de la vérité et de la réconciliation, le NSTU rend hommage aux Survivants et à toutes les personnes touchées par les pensionnats. Nous restons engagés à écouter, apprendre et cheminer ensemble.

On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Nova Scotia Teachers Union honours Survivors, their families, and all impacted by residential schools. We remain committed to listening, learning, and walking the path of reconciliation together.

Aujourd’hui, les élèves et les enseignants portent du orange pour honorer les victimes des pensionnats et en prévision de la Journée nationale de la vérité et de la réconciliation. Le personnel du NSTU porte des chandails orange conçus en partenariat avec Mi’kma’ki Strong.

Today, students and teachers are wearing orange to honour victims of residential schools and in advance of The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. NSTU staff are wearing orange shirts developed in partnership with Mi'kma'ki Strong.

NSTU President Peter Day's welcome message to new teachers and specialists across Nova Scotia. Message de bienvenue du président de la NSTU, Peter Day, aux nouveaux enseignants et spécialistes de la Nouvelle-Écosse. youtu.be/ZkOUAKAA4Qk

Les dirigeants et le personnel du NSTU ont porté du rose aujourd’hui pour promouvoir des écoles sécuritaires et inclusives. Merci à toutes et à tous qui avez pris position contre l’intimidation aujourd’hui!

NSTU Table Officers and Staff wore pink today to promote safe and inclusive schools. Thank you everyone who is taking a stand against bullying!

En cette Journée mondiale de la prévention du suicide, nous honorons la mémoire de celles et ceux que nous avons perdus, soutenons ceux qui souffrent et réaffirmons notre engagement envers la compassion et la solidarité. Ensemble, nous pouvons sauver des vies.

On World Suicide Prevention Day, we pause to remember those lost, support those who struggle, and commit to fostering compassion and connection. Together, we can help save lives.

Ce jeudi 11 septembre, c’est la Journée contre l’intimidation dans les écoles de la Nouvelle-Écosse. Portez du rose pour soutenir des écoles sécuritaires et inclusives!

This Thursday, September 11th, is “Stand Up Against Bullying Day” in schools across Nova Scotia. Join us in promoting safe and inclusive schools by wearing a pink shirt and showing your support!

NSTU Wishes Students, Teachers and Specialists a Safe and Engaging School Year Le NSTU souhaite aux élèves, aux enseignant·e·s et aux spécialistes une année scolaire sécuritaire et stimulante

The NSTU wishes all students and families across Nova Scotia a wonderful start to the school year! Teachers and specialists are ready to support, inspire, and help every student succeed. Here’s to a safe, engaging, and rewarding year ahead!

With the school year beginning, the NSTU is sending members emails with important information. In order to receive them, you must update the membership registry with your preferred non-employer email address. To update the registry and stay up-to-date just visit: nstucentral.ca

Proud to stand with #NSTU members, fellow unions & community leaders this #LabourDay in #CapeBreton. Teachers are proud to be part of the labour movement, advocating for respect, fairness & quality public education for all. @nsteachersunion.bsky.social

Welcome back teachers and specialists! Wishing you a rewarding and successful school year. Bon retour aux enseignants et spécialistes! Nous vous souhaitons une année scolaire enrichissante et réussie.

Are you free next Monday? Join in on the annual Labour Day Rally 11am from *1601 Hollis Street* to Peace & Friendship Park. Stick around for the BBQ + family events if you care to. Bring your family, friends + colleagues!! #HfxCoLocal #HfxCityLocal #DartmouthLocal @nsteachersunion.bsky.social

Bonne fête du Travail! Aujourd’hui, nous rendons hommage aux travailleuses et travailleurs d’hier et d’aujourd’hui qui ont lutté pour l’équité, le respect et la dignité au travail. La NSTU est fière de se tenir aux côtés de tous les travailleurs.

Happy Labour Day! Today we honour the contributions of workers past and present who fought for fairness, respect, and dignity in the workplace. The NSTU proudly stands with all workers in building a stronger future together.

The Nova Scotia Teachers Union stands in solidarity with @dalfacultyassoc. We fully support their efforts for fair bargaining. Educators supporting educators ✊🍎 #NSTU # KeepDALStrong

Le NSTU est solidaire de @dalfacultyassoc qui ont été lockoutés par @DalhousieU et qui sont maintenant sur la ligne de piquetage. Nous appuyons votre lutte pour l’équité et le respect. #keepdalstrong ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/218...

The NSTU stands in solidarity with @dalfacultyassoc who have been locked out by @DalhousieU and are now on the picket line. We support your fight for fairness and respect. #keepdalstrong www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Happy National Acadian Day! 🎉 Today we celebrate the vibrant culture, history, and contributions of Acadians across Nova Scotia and beyond. Merci for enriching our classrooms and communities! 💛💙 #NationalAcadianDay #FêteNationaleDesAcadiens

Bonne Fête nationale de l’Acadie! 🎉 Aujourd’hui, nous célébrons la culture, l’histoire et les contributions des Acadiennes et Acadiens en Nouvelle-Écosse et ailleurs. Merci d’enrichir nos écoles et nos communautés! 💛 💙 #FêteNationaleDesAcadiens #NationalAcadianDay

The NSTU is looking forward to joining others in celebrating Pride Cape Breton this weekend in Sydney! www.saltwire.com/cape-breton/...

Hey NSTU members, if you are in HRM this weekend and available, please join us at the Halifax Pride Parade! We will be lining up to decorate the bus along Cogswell Street in spot B10. You can arrive anytime after 10:30am. The parade officially begins at noon.

Proud to represent the @nsteachersunion.bsky.social at the #CTF/FCE Annual General Meeting! It was a great experience connecting with educators and union leaders from across the country, sharing ideas, and standing together for public education.

Happy Canada Day! Bonne fête du Canada !

Happy last day of school! Have a great summer everyone! Bonne dernière journée d’école ! Passez un bel été tout le monde !

Le 26 juin, nous tiendrons notre dernier tirage de 25 cartes-cadeaux Sobeys de 50 $ chacune. Tout membre du NSTU ayant mis à jour son profil avec un courriel personnel (autre que @nstu) est admissible. Mettez à jour votre profil : nstucentral.ca

FYI. Final draw is today, broadcast live on NSTU Facebook page.

On June 26th, we'll be holding our final draw for 25 Sobeys gift cards valued at $50 each. Every NSTU member who has updated their membership registry with their preferred (non @nstu) email address is eligible. To update your profile just visit: nstucentral.ca

"One of the wonderful things about working with newcomers is that you see a lot of growth. Getting a lot of those aha moments where they first connect to the content, to their classmates, and to their teacher." - Krissy, English as an Additional Language Teacher youtu.be/SxPcdOTS_GU

The Mi'kmaq flag is flying in front of the NSTU office in honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day. We salute teachers and students across NS who are celebrating and learning about the rich history and culture of the first peoples of Mi'kma'ki and other Indigenous communities across Turtle Island.

"It's extremely important for students to be seen in the classroom. For a lot of students, that's their safe place. That's their happy place. I want them to think that this is the best place on earth." - Lisa, Grade 8 Teacher youtu.be/W6GbQCKm-fc

"with the introduction of the smartphone... kids are exhausted. They're not finding what we're doing all that exciting or engaging, because their brains are being trained just to not find it that rewarding. It is a battle for educators." - Natasha, School Psychologist youtu.be/WIp53D6etq8

Students need more resources, smaller class sizes, and increased access to mental health supports to reach their full potential. Make public education a top priority. Write to your local Member of the Legislative Assembly today. www.actforeducation.ca/action/

To advance inclusive education, teachers from across the province can apply for NSTU Growth Grants to attend one of two specific Education Leadership Consortium of Nova Scotia modules. The deadline to apply is Friday, June 20th. For more information please visit: www.nstu.ca/nstu-members...

Nos enfants ont besoin plus de temps avec leurs enseignants, plus de ressources en classe, plus de soutien lorsqu’ils en ont besoin. Écrivez à votre député provincial et demandez-lui de faire de l’éducation publique une priorité. Visitez actforeducation.ca/action/

Wishing all the Dads out there, a very Happy Father's Day! #FathersDay2025

Our kids need more: more time with teachers, more resources in the classroom, more support when they’re struggling. These are urgent needs that require meaningful investment—now. Write your MLA today and ask that they make public education a top priority. Just visit: www.actforeducation.ca/action/