Teachers ratify agreement

BCTF members voted overwhelmingly to accept the five-year collective agreement reached at the end of June. The ratification vote passed by 93.4% with a total of 25,129 teachers casting ballots and 23,468 voting yes.

The settlement offers increased stability in the public education system and allows us to focus on the joy of teaching and learning. It was teachers' determination and courage that made these gains possible.

Through Bill 33, the government acknowledged the need to address class size and composition. However, there has been no additional funding provided to school boards to ensure that the provisions of the legislation can be fully implemented.

The BCTF will continue to advocate for improvements in class size, class composition, and support for students with special needs, and press for full funding for Bill 33.