With the loss of Regulation 274, we know many members are feeling uncertain or frustrated about next steps. This network is designed to help you move forward with confidence, offering professional learning workshops, résumé support, interview preparation, and guidance on strengthening your professional learning network. Our goal is simple: to provide you with the tools, confidence, and connections you need to take your next step.@aloeristok Andrea Aloe is leading this initiative. Please feel free to reach out to him if you have any questions. Andreaaloe.etfo@gmail.com

Movie day with our amazing educators and their families! Thanks to everyone who joined us in Orangeville for GOAT. Final showing tomorrow in Guelph at 10:30am!

Women in Action – Level IApril 17–18, 2025 | Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites, GuelphRelease time included.Women in Action is ETFO’s signature leadership development program for members who identify as women. This experience is designed to support you in:- Build leadership confidence- Explore pathways to becoming more active in our local- Develop skills in advocacy, organizing, and collective empowerment- Connect with other women in a supportive, energizing spaceSpace is limited, and applications are encouraged early. If you’re curious, considering attending, or want to know whether this opportunity is right for you, please reach out.Register: ugot.org/calendar/women-in-action-level-i/

International Women’s Day Brunch – Together We RiseMarch 7 at 10:00 AM Trattoria Semplice, OrangevilleInternational Women’s Day has its roots in early 20th‑century labour movements, when women workers organized for fair wages, safer working conditions, and political rights. Over time, IWD has grown into a global call for gender equity, justice, and liberation — a reminder of the collective power that has shaped progress across generations.Our Together We Rise brunch honours this legacy by celebrating the women and non‑binary daily and long‑term occasional teachers who uplift the next generation through their creativity, courage, and care.All members are warmly invited to attend as guests, regardless of gender identity. What Your Ticket Includes:- A full brunch experience- Meaningful networking with professionals across the local community- Insightful talks from inspiring local women leaders- PrizesCost per ticket: $30Register to attend as a guest: ugot.org/calendar/iwd/We are accepting nominations for five outstanding women or non‑binary daily and long-term occasional teachers in the following categories:- Community Builder- Creative Voice- Changemaker- TrailblazerMentor & GuideHonourees will be recognized at the brunch on March 7.Submit a nomination: forms.gle/1amxojZyk2eBFhnN7Deadline for nominations: February 19

Celebrating the power of women in leadership this International Women’s Day. Grateful to stand alongside incredible women who lead with strength, vision, and heart.President, @ncharlescampbell and Status of Women Chair, @n.p0822 continue to uplift voices, create space, and remind us that when women lead, we all rise.#InternationalWomensDay #WomenInLeadership #TogetherWeRise

Nitya Patel, UGOT’s New Members and Status of Women Committee Chair, is representing UGOT at the Canadian Labour Congress Summer School!She’s attending Women in Leadership 1 — building skills in leadership, advocacy, and lifelong learning to better support and empower our membership.