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Aug 20, 2018

Doug Ford's 'strong start' appeals to his new fans

Karl Nerenberg

Premier Ford has spent nearly two months undermining the environment, welfare and refugees, breaking more than a few promises along the way. His admirers say that means he is decisive.

In cahoots

Aug 17, 2018

Sex Ed changes backward, dangerous and divisive, says OSSTF/FEESO President

The premise for this backward step is false from the outset. This is not about consultation. It is a political pay-off that jeopardizes students’ health and well-being.

In cahoots

Aug 17, 2018

ETFO denounces government Sex Ed decision, will advise teachers to teach all sections of the current curriculum

The government’s decision to revert to the 1998 Health and Physical Education Curriculum while initiating further consultation is irresponsible, discriminatory and jeopardizes the safety of students.

In cahoots

Aug 17, 2018

OECTA advises teachers on health and physical education curriculum

Health and physical education curriculum

Direction provided to all OECTA members, to help carry out professional responsibilities while protecting them from police, Children’s Aid Society (CAS), and/or Ontario College of Teachers charges.

Blog

Aug 14, 2018

What do we teach while the world is burning?

Lizanne Foster

What role do teachers have in the necessary transition away from our fossil-fuel dependent economy?

Blog

Aug 11, 2018

Why is there no progress on a contract with faculty at Athabasca University?

David J.Climenhaga

When you think about the state of negotiations between Athabasca University and its Faculty Association, remember it is no longer in financial peril.

In cahoots

Aug 10, 2018

Ford government prioritizes big business over students and crumbling schools

There is currently a $16 billion backlog in school repairs. Doug Ford has cancelled two sources of revenue for school repairs, favouring big business over our kids and our crumbling schools.

Columnists

Jul 26, 2018

Law students face shortage of articling positions

Celia Chandler

Pro Bono

The competition for securing articles is so intense that the Law Society of Ontario has explored alternatives and is flirting with the idea of giving up on articling altogether.

Event

Monarchs and Their Milkweed

Aug 4, 2018

Centennial Park

Cootes Drive and East Street

Dundas , ON

Canada

See map: Google Maps

Ontario CA

Walk around Urquhart Gardens discussing naturalization, milkweed and Monarchs.

Blog

Jul 23, 2018

Walk on the wild side at Urquhart Butterfly Garden

Doreen Nicoll

I have found the secret garden. There is no gate or little door, but there certainly is a Fairy Queen who is welcoming and gracious, yet formidable with an ever so slightly mischievous side.

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