OSSTF DISTRICT 7 BLUEWATER
OSSTF District 7 Bluewater represents over 1,000 employees of the Bluewater District School Board in the counties of Bruce and Grey. These members are represented by five Bargaining Units and connected by District Council.
We are committed to protecting and enhancing public education. A strong public education system is necessary for a diverse, open, and prosperous society. Without highly-capable dedicated teachers and educational workers, student success would be jeopardized; without positive learning and working conditions, educational progress would be undermined.
All our efforts to protect and enhance public education are founded on the value of public education and the principles required to sustain it.
We are committed to protecting and enhancing public education. A strong public education system is necessary for a diverse, open, and prosperous society. Without highly-capable dedicated teachers and educational workers, student success would be jeopardized; without positive learning and working conditions, educational progress would be undermined.
All our efforts to protect and enhance public education are founded on the value of public education and the principles required to sustain it.
Online Town Hall Meeting for OSSTF members of District 7 Bluewater
- Monday, September 18, 2023
- 7:00 pm start time
- Via Zoom
- The purpose of the meeting is to provide members with details regarding the proposed pathways agreed to between OSSTF and the provincial government to resolve bargaining.
- Representatives from the Provincial Executive and Provincial Office staff will make a presentation explaining the elements of the proposal and the voting process.
- There will be an opportunity for members to ask questions.
- See online meeting information provided by email by your bargaining unit
- Questions? Contact your bargaining unit President
- Please visit www.osstf.on.ca and login to the members-only page for more information about this proposed bargaining pathway.
- Please spread the word to members by sharing the images below on social media.
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We encourage members to ensure they are able to log into the members-only portion of the OSSTF website as soon as possible, as the membership database team will be flooded with calls over the next few weeks, and we don’t want our members to miss out on the opportunity to cast their vote.
If you require assistance, members can access this Update article explaining how to login to myOSSTF, the members-only section of the OSSTF website. Additional information on accessing the members-only section of the website can be found on the Member Login page.
New members (hired this year) need to register in advance to be able to vote:
If you require assistance, members can access this Update article explaining how to login to myOSSTF, the members-only section of the OSSTF website. Additional information on accessing the members-only section of the website can be found on the Member Login page.
New members (hired this year) need to register in advance to be able to vote:
- Create an account on the OSSTF provincial website. To create your account, visit www.osstf.on.ca and click on the yellow box on the top right hand side. Click on “Member Login” on the next page. Under the section “Member ID/Email,” click on “Register now.”Fill in the sections marked with a red asterisk, confirm you are not a robot, and click “sign up.” Please use a non-employer email address.
- Send proof of employment to new.member@osstf.ca (this could be a letter from the board, pay stub, welcome email from Principal, etc.)
- After these two steps are completed, you will receive an email with instructions on how to finalize the verification process. Provincial OSSTF will attempt to have a response within 48 hours.
DISTRICT 7 NEWS
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DEFENDING PUBLIC EDUCATION in ONTARIO
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OSSTF District 7 (Bluewater) bargaining unit presidents standing up for Better Schools, Stronger Communities:
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BRIAN WINDROSS RECEIVES HEALTH & SAFETY AWARD FROM GREY Bruce labour council
On October 24, 2022, Brian Windross of the OSSTF District 7 Teachers' Bargaining Unit was honoured with Grey Bruce Labour Council's Health and Safety Activist Award, in recognition of his exceptional contributions towards the health and safety of fellow members. Brian has served as a workplace health and safety officer for many years, and as TBU and District 7 Health and Safety Officer as well. He was recently acclaimed as TBU President.
The award recognizes contributions made to and on behalf of workers, and also congratulates the recipient for going above, beyond, and outside the workplace and being a champion of health and safety while facing down barriers placed by employers and government.
Congratulations Brian! Thank you for your contributions to the elimination of hazards and the protection of workers' health and safety.
Brian (centre) is pictured receiving the award from Kevin Smith, Labour Council President (left), and Gord Cale, Labour Council Treasurer (right), who nominated Brian for this award.
The award recognizes contributions made to and on behalf of workers, and also congratulates the recipient for going above, beyond, and outside the workplace and being a champion of health and safety while facing down barriers placed by employers and government.
Congratulations Brian! Thank you for your contributions to the elimination of hazards and the protection of workers' health and safety.
Brian (centre) is pictured receiving the award from Kevin Smith, Labour Council President (left), and Gord Cale, Labour Council Treasurer (right), who nominated Brian for this award.
PENNY HUETTLIN RECEIVES PROVINCIAL AWARD
Penny Huettlin of the District 7 Office Professionals and Technicians Bargaining Unit was honoured with OSSTF’s André Lécuyer Award, in recognition of exceptional contributions to the professional growth and development of fellow members over a significant period of time.
It is one of three major awards given by the Educational Services Committee to recognize the extraordinary leadership and service of the dedicated members who have contributed to improving professional growth programs and promoting educational issues.
Congratulations Penny!
Penny (centre) is pictured receiving the award from Lauren Simmons, chair of the Educational Services Committee (right), and OSSTF Executive Officer Colin Matthew, the provincial executive liaison to the ESC (left).
It is one of three major awards given by the Educational Services Committee to recognize the extraordinary leadership and service of the dedicated members who have contributed to improving professional growth programs and promoting educational issues.
Congratulations Penny!
Penny (centre) is pictured receiving the award from Lauren Simmons, chair of the Educational Services Committee (right), and OSSTF Executive Officer Colin Matthew, the provincial executive liaison to the ESC (left).
