ETFO PRS Matters Bulletin
Click here for the latest PRS Bulletin, Volume 110: WSIB and COVID-19 in the Workplace For all other PRS Matters Bulletins see the ETFO website
How to Stay Safe During an Ice Storm
When raindrops fall through a cold layer of air onto surfaces below 0⁰ C, it creates the perfect storm: freezing rain. Although ice covered tree branches can look pretty, most Canadians know how dangerous an ice storm can be. Ice storms can cause car accidents, nasty falls and power outages from fallen tree branches. Learn […]
Move over: How to safely respond to emergency vehicles while driving
Seeing flashing lights approach you as you’re driving can be stressful. Some drivers panic and don’t effectively move out of the way, causing delays for emergency vehicles. The acronym “L.I.G.H.T.” will help you calmly and safely clear the way with five simple steps. Learn more at www.otipinsurance.com/article95. Your OTIP Representative: Tara Lamb A message […]
Important information about Tutoring Students
We are aware that many Occasional teachers tutor students as a supplementary income. Although ETFO does not support privately funded tutoring, members are legally able to engage in tutoring on their own time. Just be aware that the school board nor the union can protect you from any allegations. Also tutoring cannot be done on […]
Pilot of Elementary OTs Working from Home
Great news for those Occasional Teachers who have been reluctant to accept jobs for a variety of reasons. This pilot project should help to relieve unfilled jobs, especially in virtual schools. If you have been reluctant to accept a virtual job in the past consider this pilot to help you. November 1, 2020 To: Elementary […]
COVID-19 School and Child Care Screening
Answer the following questions to help you decide if you should or should not go to school/child care today. You must screen for COVID-19 every day before going to school/child care. Using this tool is optional and is not tracked or enforced. If your school board, child care provider, or public health unit has another […]
Come Join our HEOT Facebook Group!
HEOT – Halton Elementary Occasional Teachers Group has now been officially launched on Facebook! See what new information Al Bero has posted regarding all things relevant to the Halton Occasional Teachers. It will be especially important now for collective bargaining information. Or if you just have a question you can post it there for Al […]
