Spring Break

The VSTA office will be closed March 14-29. We will reopen at 8 a.m. on March 30. We wish you all a restful and relaxing Spring Break!

Spring Pro-D Workshops

On Thursday, April 16, the VSTA is hosting two BCTF workshops specific to professional development. Click here for more information.

Spring SURT: Staff Reps, W/LC&B Reps, & Timetable Committee

On Wednesday, April 15th the VSTA is hosting workshops for Staff Reps, WLC/B Reps and Timetable Committee Reps. Click here for more information.

Spring Health & Safety Workshops

On Tuesday, April 14, the VSTA is hosting BCTF workshops specifically geared towards Health & Safety reps, Life Skills teachers, and Staff reps. Click here for more information.

TTOCs and ESA Sick Leave

Did you work as TTOC between April 1, 2022, and June 31, 2024? Were you denied paid sick leave when you declined calls due to illness? If so, you may be eligible for compensation. Click here for more information.

Spring Transfer Timeline 2026

Click here for more information.

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

Decentering Whiteness

Decentering Whiteness

An Anti-racism Reading group. The objective of the reading group is to deepen our understanding of racism and anti-racism. Read more for outline and contact info.

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Making Sense of Your Pension Webinar

Making Sense of Your Pension Webinar

The BC Retired Teachers’ Association is pleased to announce the offering of their popular workshop Making Sense of Your Pension, CPP, OAS and Group Benefits online. Read more for details and registration.

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Online School Union Rep Training

Online School Union Rep Training

Tuesday, November 3, 9am-3pm: Effective School Staff Committees; Is it a Grievance? Problem solving at the school; Meetings, Motions, Minutes and More. Read more for registration details.

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Women’s History Month

Women’s History Month

October is Women’s History Month in Canada, a time to celebrate the women and girls from our past, and our present, who are contributing to a better, more inclusive Canada.

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