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The Objects and Priorities of ETFO

Every organization has objectives that define its purpose and guide its work. The objects of ETFO are 
contained in the Constitution (Article Ill).

THE CURRENT PRIORITIES OF ETFO FOR 2014-2015

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To protect the collective bargaining rights of all members.

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To defend publicly-funded public education.

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To serve the needs of the membership.

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To provide for the professional development of members.

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To promote social justice in the areas of peace, anti-poverty, non-violence, 
and equity.

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To support international assistance and cooperation. 

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To promote the care and protection of the environment. 

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To actively engage members in the Federation.

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To promote and protect the health and safety of members.

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THE OBJECTS OF THE FEDERATION SHALL BE:

3.1 to regulate relations between employees and employer, including but not limited to securing and 

maintaining through collective bargaining, the best possible terms and conditions of employment.

3.2 to advance the cause of education and the status of teachers and educational workers.

3.3 to promote a high standard of professional ethics and a high standard of professional competence.

3.4 to foster a climate of social justice in Ontario and continue a leadership role in such areas as antipoverty,  

non- violence, and equity.

3.5 to promote and protect the interests of all members of the Federation and the students in their care.

3.6 to co-operate with other organizations, in Ontario, Canada, and elsewhere, having the same or like objects.

3.7 to promote and defend the health and safety of members in the workplace.

While the programs and services of ETFO are designed with these objects in mind, each year at the Annual Meeting 
the membership sets the priorities of ETFO for the upcoming school year.

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