ETFO Algoma Occasional Teacher Local – Occasional teachers standing together for public education.

Intent to Remain Forms

If you intend on remaining on the elementary Occasional Teacher Roster for the next school year, you are required to complete your Intent to Remain form by May 31.

To complete the form, log in to your Employee Portal and click “Forms Online” > “Forms.”

The process takes approximately 30 seconds to complete. If you intend to remain on the elementary OT Roster next year, please complete the form as soon as possible. Contact the Local Office if you have any questions.

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May 15, 2026

Professional Development

Summer Academy

This summer, ETFO is hosting courses in person and virtually across the province. Courses fill quickly so be sure to register early. Registration is only open to ETFO members.

Each course runs for three consecutive days (9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET) and includes practical, inclusive, classroom-ready strategies along with time to collaborate and network with colleagues.

Register at events.etfo.org. Registration fees are $75 for in-person courses and $30 for virtual.

Information Flyer

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May 15, 2026

Media Release

ETFO responds to auditor’s report on special education

TORONTO, ON – The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) is raising urgent concerns following the release of the Auditor General of Ontario’s Special Report on Special Education Needs, which confirms that the provincial government has chronically underfunded special education and neglected the needs of students with disabilities.

“This report is another damning indictment of a government that has abandoned its responsibility to Ontario’s most vulnerable learners,” says ETFO President David Mastin. “After more than a decade of chronic underfunding and policy decisions that have stripped supports out of classrooms, school boards simply cannot meet the needs of children with disabilities. The system isn’t just strained; it’s fundamentally ableist.”

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May 12, 2026

Collective Bargaining

All-Member Meeting

Saturday, May 23
11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
The Grand Gardens North, SSM

At this All-Member Meeting, a provincial released officer will explain key aspects of our 2026 central bargaining strategy, including priorities, the process, and information about the central strike vote.

Attendance at the meeting is vital to ensure you and every member understand central bargaining, how the union is approaching this round, and what might come next. This meeting is also an opportunity for you to get your questions answered.

Your participation in the All-Member Meeting strengthens our collective power! Please plan to attend.

RSVP by May 15

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April 27, 2026

Local News

Spring Annual Meeting

Saturday, May 30
8:30 Breakfast, business to follow
Delta Waterfront Hotel, SSM

We’re pleased to welcome Occasional Teachers to our Spring Annual Meeting. Join us for meaningful conversation, shared insights, and a complimentary breakfast as we come together as a community. RSVP by May 22.

RSVP By May 22

Constitution Amendments
Proposed constitutional amendments must be submitted to the Local office no later than the end of day on Thursday, April 30. The AOTL constitution can be found here.

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April 21, 2026

General Announcements

EQAO Advisory

May 5 is the first day of the 2025-2026 Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) administration window for the Primary and Junior division assessment. The test will conclude on June 9.

ETFO continues to advise members:

not to participate in the voluntary EQAO teacher questionnaire
not to complete online EQAO voluntary training and webinars unless release time is provided
not to participate in EQAO marking exercises

EQAO Advisory Flyer

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April 15, 2026