Newer Teachers Workshop & Welcome – November 19th

VSTA is hosting a full day for newer teachers with 5 years or less experience to participate in workshops and become more familiar with the roles of the BCTF and VSTA. For additional information and the registration link…

BCTF Representative Assembly – November 7th – 8th

Click here to view the RA Motion Process…

Indoor Air Quality concerns

If your classroom temperature is impacting your ability to work, a report procedure should be followed. Please visit

Identity-Based Committee Sign-Ups

If you have not already registered, but would like to receive information about upcoming meetings for the 2SLGBTQ+, BIPOC, or Indigenous Educators Committees please click here…

Reminder! Update your Contact Information

Please ensure the VSTA has your current address, phone number, non-employer email address and your current school if you have changed schools since last year. Update here  

Latest News

Congratulations MyVSTA winners!

Congratulations MyVSTA winners!

We’re happy to announce our latest winners for registering for the MyVSTA portal: Brian Gudmundson and Tom Chin! Read more on how you can win a $25 gift certificate to Bandidas Taqueria and access important member-only information.

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Pink Shirt Day

Pink Shirt Day

FEBRUARY 24 – Pink Shirt Day is a day when people wear pink to symbolize a stand against bullying. Over 75% of people say they’ve been bullied. Over 90% of bullying incidents have peer witnesses, but when those peers intervene, most incidents are over within 10 seconds. Take a stand against bullying.

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Spring Transfer Process

Spring Transfer Process

Read more for important information and key dates for this year’s Spring Transfer Process (vacate card, return from leave, increase FTE, leave for one year or longer, Early Retirement Incentive Program)

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Heritage Week

Heritage Week

FEBRUARY 15-21 – “Heritage is our legacy from the past, what we live with today and we pass on to future generations. Our cultural and natural heritage are both irreplaceable sources of life and inspiration, our touchstone, our reference point, our identity.” UNESCO

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Black History Month

Black History Month

Every year, Canadians are invited to take part in the festivities and events that honour the legacy of black Canadians, past and present, during Black History Month. Read more for facts and resources.

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Events Calendar

Upcoming Events