Cultural Leave
Did you know you have access to 5 paid days per year to participate in Aboriginal cultural events? Be aware that “such leave shall not be unreasonably denied”. Please copyRead more
Did you know you have access to 5 paid days per year to participate in Aboriginal cultural events? Be aware that “such leave shall not be unreasonably denied”. Please copyRead more
According to data from WorkSafeBC and the Day of Mourning BC website: In 2022, there were 181 deaths related to work. Out of these: Additionally, in the BC public schoolRead more
We want members to know about our efforts to engage with the District regarding their plans to have Extended Days at some schools. We have language in our Collective AgreementRead more
As part of its legislated regulatory function, the BC Teachers’ Council (BCTC) is responsible for conducting cyclical reviews of BC’s nine Teacher Education Programs (TEPs). One important aspect of thisRead more
December STARA motion: That the STA publicly condemn the state of Israel’s ongoing genocide of Palestinians and declare that Anti-Zionism is not Anti-Semitism. We vehemently condemn the egregious violence andRead more
In 2019, the Union filed a grievance about PTOC prep time. The Grievance was referred to arbitration. The parties were able to reach an agreement before going to a hearing: Read more
On Wednesday, November 29, 2023, a group of 6 BCTF members travelled to Victoria to meet with various MLAs and the Premier as part of the BCTF Lobby Day. TheRead more
Threshold Qualifications and Teacher Evaluations for the Qualified Book are due January 31, 2024. Apply if you: Please follow the instructions carefully to avoid any delay in application approval. Applications areRead more