Ontario’s four major teachers’ unions say a meeting with the labour minister has resulted in no commitment to address concerns about safety standards in the province’s school reopening plan.The unions called for the meeting earlier this month after they alleged the province’s plan violated the Occupational Health and Safety Act.In a joint letter to their 190,000 members, the unions say they have asked the Ministry of Labour to issue a series of workplace orders in schools to protect students and teachers from COVID-19.
Doug Ford defends back-to-school ad campaign, says it will continue despite criticism The unions say standards should be applied mandating 15 to 20 students per class, cohorting to a maximum of 50 students, and ventilation.