World Teachers’ Day Social – October 5, 2026

Join us at Steamworks Mount Pleasant, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Click here for more details, and to RSVP.

Local Election Campaign Training – September 17, 2026

Click here for more information and for the registration link. Registration closes at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11.

Reminder: Run for a Site-Based Union Team Role!

The Staff Organization (all VSTA members on staff at your school) meet to elect the Site-Based Union Team in June or early September. Click here for more information about the various roles you could put your name forward for.

Welcome Back, VSTA Members!

We hope your summer was filled with rest, renewal, and lots of memorable adventures. As we step into a new school year, the VSTA office is here to support you.

Please Update Your Contact Information!

Please ensure that the VSTA has your current address, phone number, non-employer email address, and your current school if you have changed schools since last year. You can click here to update your contact 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 2SLGBTQIA+, BIPOC, or Indigenous Educators Committees please click here…

Latest News

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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VSTA General Meeting Report

VSTA General Meeting Report

The membership elected their delegation to the BCTF AGM and approved by-law amendments to allow TTOCs two voting spots on VSTA Staff Rep Council as well as a voting spot on each of the VSTA Standing Committees. Thank you to all the candidates for putting their names forward and to all the members who attended the general meeting.

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Rock your Ribbon Skirt

Rock your Ribbon Skirt

Wednesday, January 20th wear your ribbon skirt to school to show support and solidarity for Bella Kulak who was criticized for wearing a ribbon skirt to school. There will also be a celebration of Indigenous culture at Grandview Park during the lunch hour from 12:00–12:45 pm.

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Black Shirt Day

Black Shirt Day

Friday, January 15th is Black Shirt Day, in honour of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Please consider wearing a black shirt and use this day to spark conversation about what can be done at your school site to celebrate Black History month. Read more about posting your Black Shirt Day photos on social media.

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General Meeting

General Meeting

Tuesday, January 26, 2021 – 4:00-5:30 PM to elect Delegates to the BCTF AGM and consider By-Law Amendments to increase opportunities for TTOCs to participate in the work of the VSTA. Registration is now closed.

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Events Calendar

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