Andrew Robertson
@AW_Robertson
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Proud husband, father, grandfather, teacher, Guidance Counsellor, OTF 1st VP & OECTA OTF Governor. My tweets are my personal opinion only.
Joined March 2012
Merry Christmas to our #DPSU @OECTAProv #UnionFamily. Wishing you and your families a blessed holiday season!
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Dear @FordNation and @PaulCalandra, Make students' spirits bright this holiday season by investing in #OntEd and smaller class sizes. Sincerely, - Ontario
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Our DPSU Political Advisory Committee is holding its first meeting of the year on December 4th at 4pm. If you are interested in joining our PAC, please email Jennifer Pouw at president@dpsuoecta.com for the link!
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Our schools are suffering under the Ford government's underfunding. #CatholicTeachers amplify Dufferin-Peel Unit Presidents Lori Austin & Jennifer Pouw's call for meaningful funding – not short-term solutions – to meet the needs of #OntEd students! https://t.co/w5Idu9ByF8
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Your @elemdp & DPSU presidents, Lori Austin and Jennifer Pouw, address the consequences of the declining enrolment crisis in schools in Peel https://t.co/JxABpYFaZG
#OntEd #OnLab
mississauga.com
As Peel school boards lose thousands of students each year, teachers’ unions blame housing costs, shifting demographics and provincial underfunding for growing strain in classrooms.
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Yesterday I was thrilled to watch as my friend and mentor @J_NPouw won the OFL Labour Council Builder Award at @OFLabour Convention 2025 for her work with @PeelLabour. Another proud moment for @OECTAProv, #OECTA, and @dpsuoecta. Jen, thank you for your tireless dedication.
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My first day working the @OECTAProv booth at @THERAWF. Many smiles, wonderful art work & bracelets made by happy children and great conversations with parents about the great work #onted teachers do every day.
knowmore.ca
Ontario students deserve better. It’s past time for real government investment that prioritizes student academic success and well-being.
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Paul Calandra: “trustees buying a milkshake is a waste of money!” Also Paul Calandra…
Focus Ontario: Ontario's school board supervisors are being paid $1,000 for half a day's work -- is it exorbitant, or a cost savings? Global's Isaac Callan breaks down the numbers. #onpoli
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In times of crisis, solidarity knows no borders. 🇯🇲Let’s stand with the people of Jamaica as they rebuild their homes and communities.Donate through the official relief fund: https://t.co/ALfQEfDjSC Together, we can make a difference. 💚✊🏽 #JamaicaStrong #SupportJamaica
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#CatholicTeachers wear #RedForEd in #solidarity with Alberta teachers and their fight for a fair deal!✊ From coast to coast, teachers know the value of respect and meaningfully investing in the needs of all students & teachers. #OntEd
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"The notwithstanding clause isn't meant to be a tool of political convenience or weapon to strip workers' rights." Ontario's been here before. With national support, we got Ford to repeal. #OntEd stands w/ Alberta teachers in their fight to do the same: https://t.co/OdMEQvcJ3U
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School visits have begun! Thanks to St Joe’s members for hosting us yesterday. Looking forward to connecting with DPSU members and bringing #solidaritypizza as we meet with and learn from our members! Find us in your staff room soon!
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This Thanksgiving we give thanks for our incredible DPSU members-for your solidarity, compassion, and commitment to your school communities and our union. Wishing you and your families a very #HappyThanksgiving .
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It was a distinct honour to present the tribute this evening to outgoing @OTFpresFEO Mike Foulds for his service to the 160,000+ members of the @otffeo as president this past year. Mike, thank you for all your service and leadership as our 73rd & 81st OTF President.
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Shocking rise in the use of non-qualified teachers! Did you know that since 2017, there's been an 1100% spike📈 in the use of non-qualified teachers in the TDSB😲 #OSSTF President @marthahradowy expressed her frustration to @CityNewsTO, saying "We have to make sure that our
There’s been a dramatic rise in lunchroom supervisors & volunteers teaching students in Toronto’s classrooms, with the TDSB using non-teachers 51,000 times last year. Teachers blame cuts to education funding: “schools are falling apart & teachers are leaving the profession.”
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Moving tributes to former 2x OECTA Provincial President James Ryan from our @TECT951 unit and former #OECTA Provincial Speakers' Bureau legend Doug McCarthy. Two giants that are deeply missed and will never be forgotten. #OECTAAGM25 #catholicteachers
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I want to thank the hard working #OECTA #AGM2025 delegates from @elemdp @dpsuoecta @HSUOECTA @oectarenfrew and @OECTASimcoe who graciously shared their time with me & other candidates for elected office at your pre-AGM MEETINGS over the last two days. #VoteRobertson
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