Ryan – ETFO Algoma Occasional Teacher Local

Happy Holidays

The Local office will be closed for the holiday season starting at 4:00 p.m. today and will re-open at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, January 6, 2025. Email will be checked daily and every effort will be made to return critical calls within 24 hours. Non-critical inquiries will be responded to after the holiday.

We’d like to wish you a warm and relaxing Christmas break. Best wishes to all for good health, happiness, and success in the new year!

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December 20, 2024

ETFO Provincial

Poll clerks needed for the 2025 Annual Meeting

Members are encouraged to apply for appointed duties during the ETFO Annual Meeting, which will take place at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel from August 11-14, 2025.

Complete the application form and submit today! Deadline is March 1.

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December 12, 2024

General Announcements

Payroll Deadlines

Please see the chart for Payroll processing deadlines for the holiday season. ROEs will be processed automatically to Service Canada by January 9.

Pay Period	Date Range	Submission Deadline to the Payroll Office	Regular Scheduled Pay Date	Late Timesheet Payment Date
202409	Nov 28 – Dec 11	END OF DAY Wed Dec 11	Dec 24	Jan 8
202410	Dec 12 – 25	NOON Fri Dec 20	Jan 8	Jan 22

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December 10, 2024

General Announcements

Missed Prep Time

AOTL members follow the same timetable of the absent teacher who is being replaced. This includes supervisory duties and preparation periods.

Should an administrator direct you to teach through your regularly-scheduled prep time, let us know.

Missed Prep Questionnaire

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December 5, 2024

Collective Bargaining

New Collective Agreement

We are pleased to share that we now have a newly ratified 2022-2026 collective agreement!

While we wait for the employer to update the document, please know that the new terms come into effect immediately.

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December 5, 2024

ETFO Provincial

Lianne Wyatt Member Benevolent Fund

Following a motion to the 2024 Annual Meeting, ETFO has established the Lianne Wyatt Member Benevolent Fund. This fund will assist ETFO members in times of financial crisis. To apply, you must be an active member in good standing who is experiencing financial hardship.

Under the fund, members may apply for a lifetime maximum grant of $5,000. The funds are limited and if approved, they are granted on a first come, first served basis.

To access the fund, send a completed application to Kathy Pigeon at gro.o1735476732fte@n1735476732oegip1735476732k1735476732.

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December 3, 2024

General Announcements

Inclement Weather

With the challenging weather conditions, we want to remind everyone of the Inclement Weather Policy outlined in our collective agreement that applies to both Daily OTs and LTO teachers.

In the event of severe weather conditions resulting in the cancellation of buses:

Occasional Teachers are expected to make a reasonable effort to report to work.
If unable to report to work due to weather conditions, notify your immediate supervisor as soon as possible.
Continue to make reasonable efforts throughout the day to report to your assigned work site or an alternate site.
There will be no loss of pay or sick leave, provided these requirements are followed.

Your safety is of utmost importance. If you encounter dangerous conditions, please use your judgment and prioritize your well-being. Ensure you communicate promptly with your supervisor if you cannot safely travel to work.

If you have questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to the Local office.

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November 29, 2024

Collective Bargaining

Tentative Agreement Ratified with Overwhelming Support

We are thrilled to announce that our membership has voted 97% in favor of ratifying our tentative agreement!

The next step is for the ADSB Board of Trustees to vote on the agreement. Their decision is expected on Tuesday, December 3. Once this final step is complete, we will officially have a new collective agreement in place.

Thank you for your engagement, your confidence in the bargaining team, and your commitment to supporting one another throughout this process. Your voice made this achievement possible.

We will keep you updated as soon as we hear the results from the Board. Stay tuned!

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November 28, 2024

Collective Bargaining

Tentative Agreement VOTE

The all-member vote on our tentative agreement is now open.

Voting will take place electronically by secret ballot. At your personal email address, you will receive a unique access key which can be used to vote once. Your voting choice will remain anonymous.

Details of the tentative agreement are available on the voting site.

Voting closes THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28 at 6:00 P.M.

The results will be announced once the voting window closes.

Questions can be directed to Ryan Geick at ac.lt1735476732oa@se1735476732rp1735476732.

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November 27, 2024

Collective Bargaining

Tentative Agreement Presentation

Wednesday, November 27
5:30 – 6:00 PM
Google Meet

The ETFO Algoma Occasional Teacher Local has reached a local tentative agreement with the ADSB for the 2022-26 round of collective bargaining.

Details of the tentative agreement will be provided at a special information meeting to be held via Google Meet. Members should refer to their email from the Local for the meeting link.

Your negotiating team will be online to answer questions. If you are able, please join us for this important meeting in order to make a fully informed decision when you vote.

There are three $25 prizes to be won! No registration necessary.

Ratification Vote

Immediately following the above presentation, all certified occasional teacher members will receive a special email with instructions on how to cast a vote to APPROVE or REJECT the 2022-26 Local Tentative Agreement.

Voting will be done electronically by secret ballot and each member will be allotted one vote. The voting window will be open for 24 hours.

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November 25, 2024