%PDF-1.5 % All CUPE members work under the protection of a contract called a collective agreement. COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT Between Durham Catholic District School Board (hereinafter called the Board) and The Elementary Teachers Employed by the Board Represented by The Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association (hereinafter called O.E.C.T.A.) At this time, we recommend that parents and guardians have childcare arrangements in place, should we be in a position where schools must be closed. Mondays deal covers 120,000 workers represented by PSAC. Wage growth can feed into inflation, and central bank officials have argued in recent months that wages across the country are growing too quickly to bring inflation all the way back to the banks 2 per cent target. Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) workers at the Canada Revenue Agency continue to strike in Montreal on May 1, 2023. CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices. While DCDSB is not directlyinvolved in central bargaining at the provincial level, we know that parties are working diligently to achieve an agreement. As always, the safety and supervision of students is our highest priority. Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) representing education workerswill be in a legal strike positioneffective Thursday, November 3, 2022. 0000003093 00000 n If you require technology, please advise your teacher or principal as soon as possible. 1757 0 obj<>stream 7> n&I$yY]f: The negotiations came at a delicate moment in the push, led by the Bank of Canada, to get inflation under control. s (who are currently enrolled) will continue to operate. To order Durham College (DC) and the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) announced today that they have signed a five-year university agreement to improve the opportunities of DCDSB international students who, after graduating from high school, aspire to post-secondary education in Canada. % As we work with administrators to minimize implications on class instruction, please make note of the following information: As a Catholic school board, we continue to respect the collective bargaining process and are hopeful that an agreement will be reached soon. Parents and guardians can stay informed on transportation updates by visiting the Durham Student Transportation Services (DSTS) website at www.dsts.on.ca. CUPE will not engage in strike action and our schools are open to students for in-person learning on Monday, November 21, 2022. Reaction from individuals posting anonymously on a popular discussion board on Reddit aimed at federal public servants suggested a high level of frustration with the deal, with many posters saying their union failed to achieve significant gains in spite of the strike. We agreed to undertake a review of the Directive on Telework, and to create departmental panels to advise deputy heads regarding employee concerns.. The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) has announced a full withdrawal of services on Monday, November 21, 2022, if a tentative agreement is not reached before then. 1218 0 obj <>stream 0000009296 00000 n We look forward to welcoming students back to in-person learning tomorrow and remain hopeful that a negotiated agreement will soon be reached. Media Contacts: Krista Luxton Communications and Marketing 905.721.2000 parwahl 2197 krista.luxton@durhamcollege.ca DC is proud to provide quality academic education to international students and we are proud to work with the DCDSB to offer international high school students the opportunity to continue their education in Canada and particularly at Durham College, said Don Lovisa, President, GLEICHSTROM. VICTORIA - Nurses in British Columbia have ratified a new three-year collective agreement covering about 51,000 registered, psychiatric and licensed practical nurses in the province. to colleagues, clients or customers, or inquire about Nathan Janzen, assistant chief economist at Royal Bank of Canada, said that the wage settlement announced on Monday is not necessarily inflationary. Extended Health and Dental Benefits are voluntary. The seven-year agreement will take effect on July 1, 2023, and run through the 2029-30 season. The PSAC had pushed for work from home policies to be included in the new collective agreement, which could have allowed individual government workers to file formal grievances if they were not satisfied with their personal work arrangements. What is the status of Community Use of Schools permits? Janice Oldman, Chair of the Durham Catholic District School Board congratulated the bargaining committees on negotiating a local agreement that address issues of mutual interest. Share. 3 0 obj An overview of each bargaining unit is provided below. We are hopeful that an agreement can be reached as quickly as possible. The NBA and its players have voted to ratify a new collective bargaining agreement, formalizing a deal that was tentatively agreed to earlier this month. x- [ 0}y)7ta>jT7@t`q2&6ZL?_yxg)zLU*uSkSeO4?c. R -25 S>Vd`rn~Y&+`;A4 A9 =-tl`;~p Gp| [`L` "AYA+Cb(R, *T2B- Accommodations will be made for students based on individual needs and circumstances. Parents and guardians are advised that, for reasons of health and safety, all DCDSB schools will be closed to all students on Friday. We will also continue to post updates to our website at dcdsb.ca/collectivebargaining. Attendance As students are not reporting to our school sites, the Safe Arrival system will not be generating any automated calls to parents/guardians. Two Views Movies Podcast is licensed under, Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0). Vs2pgd0u /_<4FWY+. 1187 0 obj <> endobj ["oiB CUPE will provide 5 days advance notice of any withdrawal of service. The services still affected. Tim Bontemps, Bobby Marks and Kevin Pelton contributed to this story. Teachers will contact students and families on Edsby to provide instructions about when andhow to connect to live, synchronous classes by Tuesday. There's no new super-duper-max contracts. Members of the executive are elected annually. WebBasic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefits (AD&D) are provided for all eligible members based on two times annual earnings. To receive timely updates, you can subscribe to the page by clicking on the Subscribe to this Page button. As a Catholic school board, we respect the collective bargaining process and are hopeful that agreements will be reached between all parties. permissions/licensing, please go to: www.TorontoStarReprints.com. 0000000734 00000 n The current collective agreement between the parties expires August 31, 2022. While negotiations continue this week, an agreement between CUPE, the Government of Ontario and the trustees associations was yet been not reached. <>/Metadata 4304 0 R/ViewerPreferences 4305 0 R>> (e) Neither the Durham District School Board nor the Union accept any responsibility to, or on behalf of participants in the Plan, except as required by law or explicitly stated in this Article. (f) Should any teacher who is enrolled in the Plan leave the employ of the Board, that teacher's enrolment in the Plan shall terminate. However, before and after school programs. On pay and work from home rules the two main points of disagreement that led to the strike that began April 19 the final deal landed much closer to the governments position than the unions. A year-by-year breakdown of the deal posted on the PSAC website shows the government didnt move far from its public position of a 9-per-cent increase over three years. For families who access childcare centres within our schools please contact your provider directly for information regarding their services in the event of school closures. The NBA and its players have voted to ratify a new collective bargaining agreement, formalizing a deal that was tentatively agreed to earlier this month. The sides announced the deal on Wednesday. It goes into effect in July and stretches through the 2029-30 season, though both sides have the option of ending it a year early. w`=HPWEe}[n7PYUJ^/a\k;{rVm==Z8f>=XDvU7j0WNZUQclZBh57=VUWV!V;Y'UvzMf/-enn^fPd0L,TEx9YZqW+$[? >!8xb ugl=HO(S~p]t9T^YHVE"7>MF>}( nh In Ontario in 2022, private sector unions alone (led mostly by construction unions) negotiated wage increases averaging almost 4 per cent, again a substantial jump from prior years. Municipal Information Network (MIN) Your file is uploaded and ready to be published. It is anticipated that local collective bargaining between the Board and its OECTA partners will begin after the central bargaining process has concluded. They are largely administrative personnel across various federal departments and agencies, maintenance workers in government buildings, port workers and firefighters. Accommodations will be made for students based on individual needs and circumstances. Box 500 Station A Toronto, ON Canada, M5W 1E6. PQ? Fortier says the deal, which affects more than 120,000 public servants, is fair and competitive. xA 04o\GczC. ", Tracy Barill, Director of Education, said: "Thank you to the bargaining representatives for reaching a renewed local agreement that reflects our commitment to Excellence, Equity and Engagement, as we continue to offer quality Catholic education for all students.". endobj WebCollective Agreement between Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) and Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario (ETFO) Representing Designated Early Childhood Educators (DECE) TABLE OF CONTENTS Article COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT between Durham Catholic District School Board (hereinafter called the Board) -and- Synchronous learning will continue until a return to in-person learning is possible. 0000003623 00000 n Please contact your childcare provider for more information. Janice Oldman, Chair of the Durham Catholic District School Board congratulated the bargaining committees on negotiating local agreements that address issues of mutual interest. <> As such, CUPE has confirmed they will end their protest and return to work on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. Weba) The Parties to the collective agreement are the School Board and the employee bargaining agent. Educators will be providing students with asynchronous work. Are you sure you want to delete your template? As always, the most recent information and updates will be posted on the boards website at. WebAt a Special Board Meeting on Tuesday, June 30, 2020, the Durham Catholic District School Board announced the ratification of local collective agreements with the following associations: Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario (ETFO) Representing DCDSB's Designated Early Childhood Educators Explainer: Tentative deal reached for 120,000 workers; CRA strike continues. Our daily e-newsletter delivers the latest news and developments related to the education field. As always, the most recent information and updates will be posted on the boards website atdcdsb.ca/collectivebargaining. Administrators have begun distributing technology to students and families who require access to technology. On Monday, October 31, 2022, our board will hold a Special Board meeting with Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) Trustees to discuss this matter, and communications will be sent to parents and guardians via School Messenger and updates posted at dcdsb.ca/collectivebargaining that evening. Union president Aman Grewal says the agreement recognizes nurses dedication and sacrifice and includes significant investments to recruit more into the profession. 0000006625 00000 n 1737 0 obj <> endobj Consumer prices have surged over the past two years, and the annual inflation rate reached a four-decade high of 8.1 per cent last June. Rseau Info ducation AMEQ en ligne OECTA represents secondary teachers in their employment with the Board. endobj The rate of inflation has since fallen to 4.3 per cent in March, and the Bank of Canada expects it to drop to around 3 per cent by this summer. endstream endobj 1188 0 obj <>/Metadata 69 0 R/Outlines 82 0 R/PageLayout/OneColumn/Pages 1181 0 R/StructTreeRoot 85 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 1189 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 1190 0 obj <>stream These partnership agreements must comply with all collective agreements and directives applicable to the board of directors. Labour negotiations are currently underway across Ontario, which involveunion groups that represent employees inDurham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB). The ancient aborigines) are developed. HW[o6~44@E]o{h9eHvP;$%4(+WGLGRs^q u`i;b\E,w:h["ALik9 abx cq,*b trailer Your local union negotiates the terms of the agreement. 4 0 obj And I believe that we have a really good deal on the table that is reasonable, that is fair for Canadians.. The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) has confirmed that there will be a full withdrawal of services tomorrow, Friday, November 4, 2022. In our board, CUPE represents support staff including custodians, maintenance staff, administrative assistants in schools, clerical staff, educational assistants, LINC/English as a Second Language Instructors and Information Technology employees. The BC Nurses Union says 61 per cent of its members voted in favour of the new deal, which also includes improvements in job flexibility and access to leaves, and investments in workplace health and safety. The federal government and the Public Service Alliance of Canada reached a tentative agreement Monday that brought an end to a strike affecting more than 120,000 public servants, though nearly 35,000 workers at the Canada Revenue Agency remain on the picket line. Magazine: COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT - Durham Elementary OECTA. The union representing CRA workers has been seeking a 22.5-per-cent increase over three years. Childcare programs for infants, toddlers, and preschools (who are currently enrolled) will continue to operate. However, before and after school programs and EarlyON programs will. Teachers will contact students and/or families to provide instructions about when and how to connect to their classes by start of day Monday. Teachers will provide asynchronous work to students that can be completed at students own schedule during the day. Please continue to check your email for communication and visitdcdsb.ca/collectivebargainingfor updates. The government has promised to make B.C. WebCOLLECTIVE AGREEMENT Between Durham Catholic District School Board (hereinafter called the Board) and The Elementary Teachers Employed by the Board Represented by The Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association (hereinafter called O.E.C.T.A.) As always, the safety and supervision of our school communities is our highest priority. . It is anticipated that local collective bargaining between the Board and its CUPE partners will begin after the central bargaining process has concluded. TN#2y (+BdYI"cHwy UeK* U/{He3wL2mi>nwH}pI L:OY}#&aF&sAsyT?p!X;@B >8n8u@U{t)F~jt@ V[3mMs),ePV8)sACm:s9jO?SUE5(Z`Z%miPQzKmcrx16qu_!ehLJ4% $E5mn7FRiP{$Z24s(hV0,eb^Q b'Ux#M898\SWOIrLV? What will educators and other non-striking staff do during a CUPE strike? The one-and-done rule wasn't touched. 1 0 obj WebThe Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) is committed to providing updates on the status of the collective bargaining process. If you don`t know who your steward is or how to reach your contact, contact the CUPE office near you. Phone: 905-576-6150 OECTA represents elementary teachers in their employment with the Board. The new deal includes wage increases and comes alongside a government promise to make B.C. Thank you to everyone involved in the process. Please continue to check your email for communication and visit dcdsb.ca/collectivebargaining for updates. Last year, unionized workers in the public sector had wage gains averaging 3.8 per cent annually, according to government data, a significant bump from previous years. On work from home, or Telework, the government pledged to review its existing policy. While DCDSB is not directlyinvolved in central bargaining at the provincial level, we know that parties are working diligently to achieve an agreement. 0000004653 00000 n Nurses in British Columbia have ratified a new three-year collective agreement covering about 51,000 registered, psychiatric and licensed practical nurses in the province. The current collective agreement between the parties expired on August 31, 2022. b) Central collective bargaining shall be conducted by the central Employer and employee bargaining agencies representing the local Parties. When search suggestions are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. Update on Potential School Closure on Monday, November 21, 2022. Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. The majority of these workers (60 per cent), according to data provided by PSAC to The Globe and Mail, earn less than $70,000 annually, while 24 per cent earn between $40,000 and $60,000, and 20 per cent earn more than $80,000. xb```b`` @1V p\VXr A)itF s Rseau Info ducation AMEQ en ligne 0000005780 00000 n 0+ on Friday if there is a full withdrawal of services. The current collective agreement between the parties expired on August 31, 2022. We understand that each family situation is different and will provide accommodations to support students and families through any necessary transitions, including students with the highest complex needs. When will we know if a strike will proceed and if schools will be open or closed on Friday, November 4, 2022? Star Newspapers Limited and/or its licensors. About 1,400 of the UTE members continue to work as they have been deemed essential, while the rest remain on strike. Protocols are effective ways to connect boards with community agencies and formalize the partnership. An overview of each bargaining unit is provided below. 0000004314 00000 n The Board will provide further updates as negotiations progress. the first Canadian province to adopt a nurse-to-patient ratio to improve workload standards in public health. A list of common questions and answers is available below and on the boards website at dcdsb.ca/collectivebargaining. The government said the four-year deal is worth 11.5 per cent, while the union said it is worth 12 per cent, or 12.6 per cent with compounding. Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) workers at the Canada Revenue Agency continue to strike in Montreal on May 1, 2023.Christinne Muschi/The Canadian Press. We will continue to follow this situation closely and are committed to providing you with accurate and timely information. <> |>8U1q0scj ($Db 2*i 0 If the full withdrawal of services by CUPE proceeds, educators will be reaching out to students Friday morning to provide them with asynchronous work that can be completed at any time during the day. endstream endobj 1191 0 obj <>stream V)gB0iW8#8w8_QQj@&A)/g>'K t;\ $FZUn(4T%)0C&Zi8bxEB;PAom?W= CUPE has confirmed that education workers represented by the union will engage in a protest on Friday, November 4, 2022. As a Catholic school board, we respect the collective bargaining rights of our employee union groups and we are pleased that an agreement has been reached centrally for education workers represented by CUPE across the province. Please do not send your child to school. presentation-ready copies of Toronto Star content for distribution The new three-year agreement retroactively takes effect April 1, 2022, and includes general wage increases, improved on call rates, responsibility pay, premiums, expanded mentorship positions, and initiatives focused on diversity, equity and inclusion, and Indigenous-specific anti-racism. nQt}MA0alSx k&^>0|>_',G! expressly prohibited without the prior written consent of Toronto My child is in a cooperative education program that is outside of the school. The current collective agreement between the parties expired on August 31, 2022. Information regarding when andhow to connect will be available on Edsby. We continue to monitor this evolving situation and, will communicate information as it becomes available at. Universities Canada is pleased to announce the adoption by its members of new Commitments to Truth and Reconciliation, which replace Seneca Polytechnic is embarking on a multi-million-dollar capital project to develop a complex for health and wellness that Education News Canada is part of the Jaguar Media Group. The local agreement will expire on August 31, 2022. Will community partners who rent space at DCDSB remain open? endstream endobj 1192 0 obj <>stream At this point, we advise parents and guardians that our buildings will be closed to all students on Friday, in order to ensure their safety. Being in a strike position does not necessarily mean an immediate withdrawal of services. Universities Canada is pleased to announce the adoption by its members of new Commitments to Truth and Reconciliation, which replace Seneca Polytechnic is embarking on a multi-million-dollar capital project to develop a complex for health and wellness that Education News Canada is part of the Jaguar Media Group. 0000005343 00000 n The B.C. AP. It is anticipated that local collective bargaining between the Board and its APSSP partners will begin after the central bargaining process has concluded. 0000006180 00000 n (*(%8H8c- fd9@6_IjH9(3=DR1%? At a Special Board Meeting on Wednesday, July 8, 2020, the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) announced the ratification of a local collective agreement with the Association of Professional Student Services Personnel (APSSP). This letter is to inform you of our plan to continue learning for students in the event of further labour disruption. Each unit has its own locally elected executive composed of, at minimum, a president, secretary, and treasurer. !s9X N 'r7"rcS!z5LK!Af~Vo0T7Y*:uL.*U{qFVXX-nd(5\~rCpUut b"A7LDT8YUUWFB g UC(6#5KZRKS 0000003995 00000 n APSSP represents the para-professional staff and chaplain staff in their employment with the Board. CUPE representscustodians, maintenance staff, administrative assistants in schools, clerical and technical staff, educational assistants, and LINC/English as a Second Language (ESL) instructors in their employment with the Board. rights reserved. In the event of a full withdrawal of services by CUPE members our schools will be closed to all students for reasons of health and safety. Nurses in British Columbia have ratified a newthree-year collective agreement covering about 51,000 registered,psychiatric and licensed practical nurses in the province. WebThe Association has 75 local bargaining units, composed of elementary, secondary, or occasional teachers, or a combination thereof. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates to families as information becomes available. School bussing will resume as usual. The NBA and its players have voted to ratify a new collective bargaining agreement, formalizing a deal that was tentatively agreed to earlier this month. At this point, it is our understanding that the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), representing support workers in our schools, will continue to withdraw all services to our schools for the upcoming week. This is more a case of wages adjusting to inflation that has already happened than something that will drive further inflation going forward, he said in an e-mail. 0000001389 00000 n Hb``$WR~|@T#2S/`M. Premier David Eby says the agreement is part of the governments commitment to continue supporting nurses and strengthening the provincial health-care system. The breakdown shows the agreement is worth 9.75 per cent over three years.
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