Chris Cowley
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This is the official Twitter account of the President of the Ontario Teachers' Federation. @otffeo
Toronto, Ontario
Joined September 2017
Today, #OSSTF recognizes the International Day of Persons with Disabilities and acknowledge that persons with disabilities are present in every part of our lives. Many of our members, students, and their families live with disabilities, and their experiences enrich our
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NEW: The Ford gov't spent a record amount on public advertising ahead of February’s snap election, the auditor general has found, pushing commercials with a message that “promotes the governing party.” https://t.co/LsXY6iaVRQ
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globalnews.ca
Auditor General Shelley Spence’s annual review of advertising found, in the fiscal year ending in March 2025, the province spent $111.9 million on advertising.
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The state of special education in Ontario and how to improve it are topics in the Elementary podcast. Listen to this discussion with researchers from @ccpa and a Special Education Resource Teacher in @wrdsb at https://t.co/P5mpBEHzPA
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NEW REPORT out of Thames Valley captures what it looks & feels like to be learning under severe budget cuts: ❌ Overcrowded classrooms without enough seats ❌ Broken instruments that take weeks to repair ❌ Not enough photocopies for handouts ❌ Basic supplies like soap
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Recently, I attended the National Gathering for Indigenous Education in Winnipeg. @otffeo is a longtime and proud sponsor of this event and is commitment to the ongoing journey of reconciliation. Thanks to the organizers and all sponsors for their commitment.
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New accusations that the Ford government is appointing conservative donors to top jobs. The NDP is sounding alarms about a new appointee to the college of early childhood educators: a PC donor who, in committee, couldn’t explain the difference between an ECE and a teacher.
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‘Highlights’ is a strong word.
Ontario government passes controversial education bill. Here are some of the highlights
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The government has forced through #Bill33 without public consultation or meaningful debate. While Ford has tried to silence the public, educators are here at Queen's Park in large numbers to make sure that their voices are heard. #onpoli #DemocracyNow
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A reminder to the Ford Conservative government: HANDS OFF OUR SCHOOLS! #CatholicTeachers proudly rallied alongside our #OnLab siblings and education-friendly MPPs at the steps of Queen’s Park today to denounce Bill 33 and call for the investments & support our students need!
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OSSTF leaders and delegates joined the @OFLabour rally today, marching with allies to Queen’s Park to demand better for Ontarians: better schools, better services, and better leadership! Bill 33 passed, but our resolve only strengthened. “Who’s house? OUR house! Who’s schools?
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"Things are falling apart because this government has underfunded this system," @ETFOpresident David Mastin said in response to Minister @PaulCalandra's claim that he wants his ministry to step in before things fall apart. Mastin added, "They have methodically tried to undermine
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Bill 33 continues a long Ford Conservative Party tradition of democratic erosion in Ontario. Concentrating more education decision making in downtown Toronto will not help parents get the supports their children need. It’s a smokescreen designed to mask years of underfunding.
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Recently, I visited teacher candidates at Brock University. Their enthusiasm for the profession was amazing and questions were fantastic. Thanks for inviting @otffeo!
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I was honoured to represent @otffeo at Queen’s Park today to remember the sacrifices of Canadian heroes, past and present, that defend our freedom and way of life. Their cause is now our cause in the preservation of democratic values. Lest We Forget.
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With no new money for schools in the Ford govt’s mini budget, educators are calling it “deliberate neglect” of “struggling students,” @ETFOpresident. “If any parent is hoping their child will have smaller classes or supports in class - that’s not coming,” added @MaritStiles.
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Today, as teachers and education workers, we remember the many brave soldiers who answered the call and never came home. We remember the women who stepped into factories, schools, and hospitals, keeping our communities alive and forever changing the labour movement. Their
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Today, we pause to reflect on the 2025 theme for Remembrance Day: Service, Courage, and Sacrifice – at home, around the world, and across generations. #werememberandhonour #letusnotforget
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#LestWeForget the courage and sacrifice of those who served, and continue to serve, for peace and freedom.🥀 #CatholicTeachers #RemembranceDay
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Recently, I attended Lakehead University Orillia campus to speak to teacher candidates about our profession and education in Ontario. They had great questions and were looking forward to starting their practicum placements soon! Thanks for inviting @otffeo!
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Ford government appointed school board supervisors who have taken over the roles of trustees can charge $350K/year for their advisory work and the funds will come directly from the #onted board. Umm, what! How's that for an investment in students? #onpoli
globalnews.ca
Several school boards in Ontario, including Toronto public, Toronto Catholic and Ottawa-Carleton, have been under the management of supervisors for months.
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