Durham Teachers' Local
We are the ETFO Durham Teachers’ Local, representing 3,300 permanent elementary teachers in the Durham Region.
Together, we work diligently for better working conditions for educators, and learning conditions for students, within the DDSB. Through our collective action, and with our labour and community partners, we can create a more just and equitable society for all.
Latest News
From Cuts to Crisis: The Impact of Underfunding on School Safety
From Cuts to Crisis: The Impact of Underfunding on School Safety Violence in our schools is skyrocketing. Under Conservative cuts, daily incidents in the DDSB have nearly doubled in just […]
What is PPE?
What is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)? Children are naturally fascinated by safety gear-watch a child’s eyes light up as they observe a firefighter demonstrating the personal protective equipment they need […]
This didn’t happen when I was in school!
This didn’t happen when I was in school. Why is there an increase in violence? Many parents remember a time when classrooms felt different. A big part of the answer […]
Has your child’s class been evacuated today?
Has your child’s class been evacuated today? Classrooms are meant to be safe and welcoming spaces where kids can learn and grow. Unfortunately, the rise in violence is making this […]
Fund Our Schools!
CLICK HERE to tell the provincial government to properly fund our schools, instead of focusing on one-time payouts to even the wealthiest families! In its fall economic statement, the Progressive […]
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Are you a DDSB permanent elementary teacher with questions about your rights? A community member or group looking for support on an issue? A local labour body wanting to partner on a project? We'd love to hear from you!