OSSTF D19 President

Our framework for the reopening of schools to ensure a safe return for all. I have sent a copy to the Minister of Education. #OSSTF #onted #onpoli

Interested in examining how colonialism has and continues to impact #Indigenous Peoples? Check out @otffeo's Connects webinar - Gwaayaksichiweyan – Making Things Right. otffeo.on.ca/en/learning/ot… #IndigenousHistoryMonth #onted #OSSTF

#IndigenousHistoryMonth: An educational research partnership that supports oral language, cultural knowledge and writing development for Indigenous children has been awarded a partnership grant from SSHRC. Learn more about this OISE-led project. bit.ly/3d95h1W

New analysis from @DavidMacCdn reveals that the bonuses from just 23 grocery chain execs would cover the $2 hourly top up for thousands of workers for a full month. #cdnpoli #COVID19

New #OSSTF Forum article by @ErikaShaker says broad engagement is, "fundamental to pushing back against the cuts that will not serve any of us well, and will disproportionately hurt those who are already most marginalized and vulnerable." #OSSTF #onted education-forum.ca/2020/06/16/fam…

Join us for the third of four virtual events in celebration of #NationalIndigenousHistoryMonth. On June 24 at 2pm EDT, we will be featuring Indigenous artists and more from Win-nipi, commonly referred to as Winnipeg downiewenjack.ca/indigenous-his… @TD_Canada

Dispelling myths about Indigenous Peoples is something we can all do and not just during #IndigenousHistoryMonth. Learn how - follow people like @wewap & read his free book "Dispelling Common Myths About Indigenous Peoples - 9 Myths and Realities" ictinc.ca/hubfs/ebooks/e… #OSSTF

WATCH: A Sacred Trust | This 2012 short film detailing the history of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. It explains the controversy surrounding the Toronto Purchase of 1787 and the events that followed youtube.com/watch?v=ZFXyPT… #NationalIndigenousHistoryMonth

All #osstf T/OT members are encouraged to share their thoughts and perspectives. #onted

Francis “Peggy” Pegahmagabow was one of the most highly decorated Indigenous people in Canada during the First World War. Pegahmagabow became a vocal advocate for Indigenous rights and self-determination. Learn his story this #IndigenousHistoryMonth: thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/fra…

In celebration of #NationalIndigenousHistoryMonth, we are #AMPLIFYING the story of Bessie Coleman. #BraveBessie was the first #Indigenous woman AND first #Black woman to receive her international pilot’s license on June 15, 1921 – what a day to #celebrate! blackexcellence.com/bessie-coleman/

Looking for a way to celebrate #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay? Stay safe but, thanks to @APTN, you can still celebrate! #osstf

Join us this Friday, June 19th for an Indigenous Peoples Day Virtual Celebration. The day will start with a Sunrise Ceremony and feature a variety of programs throughout the day. Stayed tuned for a full schedule announcement on Thursday, June 18th!

Race matters when it comes to health, other social indicators of well-being, and life chances. June 22 @ 3 pm, join an important webinar from @ColourofPoverty: Race Matters - Now Make It Count. RSVP now: register.gotowebinar.com/register/11397… #PowerOfMany #OnLab #BLM twitter.com/ColourofPovert…

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#Students and post-secondary workers are concerned about #HealthAndSafety as they return to campuses. Join a webinar @CFSON and @OFLabour: Campuses that care! A guide to safe working, learning and living. #PowerOfMany #OnLab RSVP now: ow.ly/xDLY50A86O4

As domestic violence reports surge during the #COVID19 lockdown, we must ensure that all information and services to support those experiencing violence are accessible to women and girls with disabilities. #ShadowPandemic

🚨 SURVEY TIME! 🚨 @hereforstudents wants to hear from YOU: parents, students, and educators on your thoughts about Emergency Distance Learning in Ontario. Please share and RT once you've had a chance to take our survey! #HereForStudents #ONTed hereforstudents.ca/action/survey

✔️We must acknowledge that #teachers & #education support personnel are – or will soon be – critical in the fight against the #COVID19 pandemic. ✔️It is critical for governments & education systems to trust teachers. 🆕 blog by our GS David Edwards bit.ly/2UOjgnz