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Tell Doug Ford & School Boards: No Development on School Lands - Sign the Petition! c.org/8xP52C6Rmq via @CdnChange
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Tell Doug Ford & School Boards: No Development on School Lands

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Spring Magazine@springmagcaNov 5
Students at college and University campuses across Ontario protested the Ford government's attack on education. Students are fighting against cuts to OSAP, underfunding in the sector, and an attack on student services and student unions. Enough is enough, Ford has to go! – at Toronto, Ontario
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According to a new poll from Liaison Strategies, the majority of Ontarians disapprove of the Ford government's handling of public education and think the public system has deteriorated under his leadership. "Even some Conservative voters are displeased: 25% said they disapproved of Ford’s #onted policies." Anyone surprised? torontolife.com/city/ontaria… #onpoli
Ontarians say public education has worsened under Doug Ford’s government - Toronto Life

Ontarians say public education has worsened under Doug Ford’s government - Toronto Life

A new poll indicates that Ford’s handling of education is a problem

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Dylan Williams@dylanotesNov 5
NEW poll: A supermajority of Jewish Americans believe Israeli & AIPAC actions increase antisemitism. 80% say Israel’s actions in Gaza & the West Bank increase antisemitism in the US. 66% say AIPAC’s campaign spending against candidates critical of Israel increases antisemitism.
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ETT President Nigel Barriffe provides an update after yesterday’s incredible school walk-ins. At more than 300 schools in Toronto, teachers donned their Red for Ed and walked in with a display of solidarity and support ahead of next week’s strike vote. The next two weeks will be crucial. Members, check your inbox for details from ETFO regarding your strike vote link. Visit ETT.ca/strike-vote for more details. One love
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On November 4, 2026 over 300 schools Walked In (and more are holding theirs after school!). You can see photos from the many, many walk-ins here on Facebook and our Instagram. On the eve of your Strike Vote, that’s a serious show of strength. The public - and the Ford government - is paying attention. Read the latest coverage of yesterday's walk-ins at TorontoToday now torontotoday.ca/local/educat…
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📣 Hear that, @fordnation? That's the people calling to demand you #FundOurSchools!
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@TorontoStarNov 5
Students and parents at a TDSB school raise alarm over funding — and a lack of paper towels and soap thestar.com/news/gta/student…
Students and parents at a TDSB school raise alarm over funding — and a lack of paper towels and soap

Students and parents at a TDSB school raise alarm over funding — and a lack of paper towels and soap

Teachers joined a rally near Market Lane Jr. and Sr. Public School focusing on class sizes and school resources.

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❌ Private jets ❌ Luxury mega spas ❌ $350,000 salaries to “supervisors” Hearing this government talk about balanced budgets would be funny if it wasn’t hurting our children’s future
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@TinaYazdaniNov 4
Education Minister Paul Calandra says trustees won’t regain control of their school boards until budgets are balanced & stable. A responsibility that now rests with his own supervisors. “So it’s up to you,” I asked. “100%,” he replied. But he hasn't provided a deadline.
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@torontolifeNov 4
The majority of Ontarians disapprove of how the Ford government has handled public education, according to a new poll torontolife.com/city/ontaria…
Ontarians say public education has worsened under Doug Ford’s government - Toronto Life

Ontarians say public education has worsened under Doug Ford’s government - Toronto Life

A new poll indicates that Ford’s handling of education is a problem

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Powerful #RedForEd Walk-In at Yorkview PS today. Teachers and education workers came together to stand up for the public education our children deserve. Our message is clear: Smaller class sizes. More supports for students. Fully funded public education. When families, educators, and communities stand together, we build the power to win the schools our children deserve. This is what building union power looks like! ✊🏾 #RedForEd #WalkIn #FundOurSchools #SmallerClasses #ETT #PublicEducation #BuildingUnionPower
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Powerful #RedForEd Walk-In at Williamson Road JPS today. Teachers and education workers came together to stand up for the public education our children deserve. Our message is clear: Smaller class sizes. More supports for students. Fully funded public education. When families, educators, and communities stand together, we build the power to win the schools our children deserve. This is what building union power looks like! ✊🏾 #RedForEd #WalkIn #FundOurSchools #SmallerClasses #ETT #PublicEducation #BuildingUnionPower
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Powerful #RedForEd Walk-In at William Burgess ES today. Teachers and education workers came together to stand up for the public education our children deserve. Our message is clear: Smaller class sizes. More supports for students. Fully funded public education. When families, educators, and communities stand together, we build the power to win the schools our children deserve. This is what building union power looks like! ✊🏾 #RedForEd #WalkIn #FundOurSchools #SmallerClasses #ETT #PublicEducation #BuildingUnionPower
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Powerful #RedForEd Walk-In at Valleyfield JS today. Teachers and education workers came together to stand up for the public education our children deserve. Our message is clear: Smaller class sizes. More supports for students. Fully funded public education. When families, educators, and communities stand together, we build the power to win the schools our children deserve. This is what building union power looks like! ✊🏾 #RedForEd #WalkIn #FundOurSchools #SmallerClasses #ETT #PublicEducation #BuildingUnionPower
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Powerful #RedForEd Walk-In at Tredway Woodsworth today. Teachers and education workers came together to stand up for the public education our children deserve. Our message is clear: Smaller class sizes. More supports for students. Fully funded public education. When families, educators, and communities stand together, we build the power to win the schools our children deserve. This is what building union power looks like! ✊🏾 #RedForEd #WalkIn #FundOurSchools #SmallerClasses #ETT #PublicEducation #BuildingUnionPower
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Powerful #RedForEd Walk-In at St. Andrews today. Teachers and education workers came together to stand up for the public education our children deserve. Our message is clear: Smaller class sizes. More supports for students. Fully funded public education. When families, educators, and communities stand together, we build the power to win the schools our children deserve. This is what building union power looks like! ✊🏾 #RedForEd #WalkIn #FundOurSchools #SmallerClasses #ETT #PublicEducation #BuildingUnionPower
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Powerful #RedForEd Walk-In at Secord Elementary today. Teachers and education workers came together to stand up for the public education our children deserve. Our message is clear: Smaller class sizes. More supports for students. Fully funded public education. When families, educators, and communities stand together, we build the power to win the schools our children deserve. This is what building union power looks like! ✊🏾 #RedForEd #WalkIn #FundOurSchools #SmallerClasses #ETT #PublicEducation #BuildingUnionPower
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Powerful #RedForEd Walk-In at Samuel Hearne today. Teachers and education workers came together to stand up for the public education our children deserve. Our message is clear: Smaller class sizes. More supports for students. Fully funded public education. When families, educators, and communities stand together, we build the power to win the schools our children deserve. This is what building union power looks like! ✊🏾 #RedForEd #WalkIn #FundOurSchools #SmallerClasses #ETT #PublicEducation #BuildingUnionPower
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Powerful #RedForEd Walk-In at Roywood PS today. Teachers and education workers came together to stand up for the public education our children deserve. Our message is clear: Smaller class sizes. More supports for students. Fully funded public education. When families, educators, and communities stand together, we build the power to win the schools our children deserve. This is what building union power looks like! ✊🏾 #RedForEd #WalkIn #FundOurSchools #SmallerClasses #ETT #PublicEducation #BuildingUnionPower
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Powerful #RedForEd Walk-In at Pauline Johnson JPS today. Teachers and education workers came together to stand up for the public education our children deserve. Our message is clear: Smaller class sizes. More supports for students. Fully funded public education. When families, educators, and communities stand together, we build the power to win the schools our children deserve. This is what building union power looks like! ✊🏾 #RedForEd #WalkIn #FundOurSchools #SmallerClasses #ETT #PublicEducation #BuildingUnionPower
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Powerful #RedForEd Walk-In at Orde Street today. Teachers and education workers came together to stand up for the public education our children deserve. Our message is clear: Smaller class sizes. More supports for students. Fully funded public education. When families, educators, and communities stand together, we build the power to win the schools our children deserve. This is what building union power looks like! ✊🏾 #RedForEd #WalkIn #FundOurSchools #SmallerClasses #ETT #PublicEducation #BuildingUnionPower
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Powerful #RedForEd Walk-In at Oakridge today. Teachers and education workers came together to stand up for the public education our children deserve. Our message is clear: Smaller class sizes. More supports for students. Fully funded public education. When families, educators, and communities stand together, we build the power to win the schools our children deserve. This is what building union power looks like! ✊🏾 #RedForEd #WalkIn #FundOurSchools #SmallerClasses #ETT #PublicEducation #BuildingUnionPower
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