MTS Supports and Services
Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Time: 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Participants will learn about what their union does for them as members. They will also explore some of their rights and responsibilities as teachers, including an overview of the provincial collective agreement.
Workplace, Health and Safety; Prevention and Responding to Violence in Schools
An overview of violence legislation including reporting and investigation procedures, the rights of substitutes, and the duty of employers to protect substitutes.
Creating Safer Spaces
Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025
Time: 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
This session will provide guidance for substitute teachers on how to address and respond to contentious topics in the classroom while working with the school team and families to create safe spaces for all.
To wrap up the virtual series, participants will have the opportunity to connect and network with colleagues while providing direction and feedback to the Society about the roles and realities of substitute teachers.