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  • Representing Teachers In The Peace Country The Peace River South Teachers’ Association is proud to represent the Kindergarten – Grade 12 teachers of School District 59. Members can look back on the local’s history of advocating for students, teachers and public education.

  • Education + Teachers = A Great Future For Our KidsOur capable, dedicated teachers work to ensure that our children receive the education they need to contribute to our global society. Positive learning and working conditions support their educational progress.

  • We Are Committed to Protecting and Enhancing Public EducationThe broad aim of our education system should be to foster the growth and development of every individual so that she or he will be a self-reliant, participating member within a democratic society.

  • One Common Theme...Teachers Care!As teachers, we value our relationships with students, parents and the community. We also lobby, advocate, and speak out about issues that are vital to student success.

  • We Value Professional Development!Professional development (PD) is considered to be a process of personal growth through programs, services and activities designed to enable members to enhance professional practice.

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Blair Lekstrom, MLA for Peace River South, announced on September 4th that he won't be running in the next provincial election.  Mr. Lekstrom was first elected as MLA in 2001.  He served as Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources, Minister of Community Development and Ministry of Transportation.

Mr. Lekstrom voted in favour of Bill 22, the legislation that once again restricted BC teachers' right to strike and negotiating a collective agreement.

Mr. Lekstrom's announcement meant that Christy Clark has lost almost 30 percent of her caucus. A poll by Forum Research on August 30th indicated that the Liberal government has sank to 23 percent support.
Saskatchewan essential services law struck down
Written by Lorraine
Tuesday, 07 February 2012 07:58
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A Saskatchewan law limiting the ability of public sector workers to go on strike has been ruled unconstitutional by a Queen's Bench judge, but the provincial government says it is still committed to having essential services legislation.

In a 132-page decision, released Monday, Regina Justice Dennis Ball said the Public Service Essential Services Act — also known as Bill 5 — infringes on workers' rights and is of "no force or effect."

 
Last Updated on Tuesday, 07 February 2012 22:08
 

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    After six months and more than 70 bargaining sessions, there is no sign that the BCTF and BC Public School Employer's  Association are even close to reaching a settlement. more
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