Articles by: JD

Summer Office Closure

Summer Office Closure

The OCEOTA Office will be closed from June 27th to Friday, August 30th.  As a result, there may be a delay in responding to emails or voicemails. If you have been contacted by Police and/or CAS due to an allegation or have an urgent matter, please contact Provincial ETFO 1-888-838-3836 […]

by June 28, 2024 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized

Summer EI reminder

Occasional teachers and LTOs wishing to apply for EI benefits will not need to request a Record of Employment through the Payroll Division. Payroll staff will automatically process ROEs for OTs and LTOs after final pays have been produced. Check Service Canada accounts online instead of contacting Payroll to inquire about […]

by June 28, 2024 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized
Ratification Success!!

Ratification Success!!

Congratulations OCEOTA Members, we have ratified our Tentative Agreement! Thank you to all Members who came to the OCEOTA Office today to vote. It was wonderful to meet and answer so many of your questions about our Collective Agreement. The ratification means that we are now eligible to receive the 3% retroactive […]

by June 23, 2024 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized

Central wage Arbitration details

Arbitration effects in OCEOTA The recent Central Arbitration decision for the 2022-26 contract has awarded OTs with a raise unlike others in the past. The 2022-23 school year will have a 3% increase. The 2023-24 year will also have a 3% increase. This applies to all work completed by OTs […]

by June 5, 2024 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized
Scoop, there it is!

Scoop, there it is!

Thanks to all Members who braved the heat to enjoy ice cream in the shade. It was a great way to connect and celebrate the end of the year. Our draw prize winner of a $25 Merry Dairy gift card will be posted Monday, along with our two game winners, […]

by June 3, 2024 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized
Bill 124 Remedy payout numbers

Bill 124 Remedy payout numbers

· Year 1 (Sept 1, 2019 – Aug 31, 20) Additional 0.75% increase will be applied to wages, i.e., 1% already applied + 0.75% · Year 2 (Sept 1, 2020 – Aug 31, 21) Additional 0.75% increase will be applied to wages, i.e., 1% already applied + 0.75% · Year […]

by May 30, 2024 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized
OCEOTA AGM

OCEOTA AGM

Thank you to the fantastic individuals who attended. We had rich discussions on Bargaining results (more to come June 26th), DOT issues and Uncertified use throughout the Board.  OCEOTA is so fortunate to have our Members raising their hands to get engaged in the Local: We elected: Dalia Elkhouli as […]

by May 10, 2024 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized
*Updated* OCDSB Spring Staffing Pool

*Updated* OCDSB Spring Staffing Pool

LINK TO STAFFING TIMELINES (OCDSB LOGIN REQUIRED)  All English permanent contract postings are still open to all applicants which match the qualifications- they will go through the application, screenings, interview process. LTOs for English Special Education positions will continue to be posted individually- they will also go through the application, […]

by May 4, 2024 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized
OCETFO Honorary Life Membership Award

OCETFO Honorary Life Membership Award

Congratulations to our deserving OCEOTA past-President Pat Dixon on receiving the Award Honorary Life Membership nominees are chosen using the following criteria: have been members of the Ottawa Carleton ETFO/FEEO; have been active supporters of the initiatives and objectives of the Ottawa Carleton ETFO/FEEO; have made positive and significant contributions […]

by May 1, 2024 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized

OTF’s 80th year

In April, Ontario Teachers’ Federation celebrated the start of its 80th year. To celebrate this milestone year, we want to invite you, our members, to reflect on the incredible journey that generations of Ontario teachers have shared together. The Ask/Invitation OTF’s motto is Your Voice, Your Strength, so we’re inviting you to […]

by April 7, 2024 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized