Bargaining -
ETFO Provincial's Work to Rule Phase 2 is now in effect and builds on those areas of struck work were initiated under Phase 1. We remind members that these provisions can be found at www.etfocb.ca and are designed to put pressure on those at the central table to resolve this impasse and negotiate a fair settlement. Please be certain to register there as well as on our Local's website www.etfotvot.com so that we can communicate the latest news to you in a timely manner.
Our colleagues in CUPE are also in a work to rule situation. Please do all that you can to support them and ensure that at no time, do you take on their struck work and contact the office if you are asked to do so.
Local bargaining is underway with several productive meetings having already taken place and more scheduled into the fall. We will keep members apprised and again urge you to register on the local email system through www.etfotvot.com
Pilot LTO Process -
Hopefully everyone has had time to digest the new central staffing model of hiring to LTO positions that the Board piloted for September 2015 long-term assignments. This is a process used in other progressive school boards and a practice that we had proposed in bargaining. Ultimately it ensures that members who have been successful in their application to the LTO List will have access to permanent and LTO employment without having to go through yet another interview while adhering to the principle of seniority of Regulation 274. The process has proven to be popular with both OTs and Administrators in the other Boards where it is practiced.
Pocket Calendars and Newsletters -
Just a reminder that we will get pocket calendars and a newsletter out to all members who have accurate mailing information on file with TVDSB, hopefully by the end of the month. You will find that we include September in last year's edition to carry you over until the new one arrives.
Local Events -
We look forward to meeting many of you at our locally sponsored events this year. Remember that meals are always included and these events are one of the benefits afforded to you by your dues. They are a great chance to meet other OTs and talk about your experiences so that you do not feel so isolated on the job.
We will be hosting large enrollment professional development workshops on:
- Thursday, October 27th at the Lamplighter Inn on Wellington Road in London
- Thursday, January 21st at the BMO Centre in London on Rectory Street in London
- Wednesday, February 24th at the Stoneridge Inn on Burtwistle Lane by Lambeth
- Assorted smaller workshops throughout the year with details to be announced
We look forward to serving your needs so please call or email us with any questions.
Stay tuned as negotiations progress and keep informed.
Best wishes to you from your Local Executive for a wonderfully successful school year.
