Teachers' Union Says New Legislation Is a Power Grab From Province

Teachers' union pushes back against charter schools at Schenectady hearing

Four people spoke about Urban Collegiate Academy and Schenectady Scholars.

Local union says new provincial bill a 'distraction' from issues plaguing education

'We are committed to working collaboratively with the Ministry of Education in the best interest of our students, staff and families,' said Catholic board trustee

Teachers' union says new legislation is a power grab from province

New provincial education mandates are being met with criticism from teachers unions who call it a power grab and a distraction.

London critics blast Ontario's get-tough move with school boards

Oversight legislation making it easier for Queen's Park to take over school boards obscures key education funding issue, critics contend.