April 18, 2024

BCTF object to Federal bill forcing unions to disclose spending and finances

The BC Teachers' Federation is voicing their objection to legislation passed by the Federal Government Wednesday forcing unions to make spending and finances public. President Susan Lambert calls Bill C-377 an unwarranted intrusion into the privacy of BCTF members. "BCTF runs its own salary indemnity plan for members who find themselves unable to … [Read more...]

Striking Chilliwack teachers changed venues today forcing the Premier to make changes of her own.

Striking Chilliwack teachers were outside a private school today where the Premier was scheduled to attend an event.  President of the Chilliwack Teachers Association Katharin Midzain says after they set up shop on the sidewalk outsdie Unity Christian school, the Premier cancelled.   Midzain said "And I am surprised she would think that … [Read more...]