Minister of Education Welcomes New Bargaining Dates with OECTA

In Provincial

On January 31, 2020, Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, issued the following statement in response to the Ministry of Labour mediator calling parties back to the table:

“We look forward to the opportunity to negotiate to reach a settlement that keeps students in class and ends the union-led disruption that is affecting so many students across the province.

We continue to ask the unions to come to the table with realistic proposals that prioritize student success. Our students deserve no less.”

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

Cobourg Woman Questions Police Response After Friend Found Dead Near Whitby GO Station

(Images, Rochelle Walkers last text from her friend/Rochelle Walker and her friend's dog/DRPS Missing Persons Post/Distance from where Rochelle

Read More...

Port Hope Police – Port Hope Man Charged with Impaired Driving (No Name Released)

On Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at approximately 10:08 p.m., an officer with the Port Hope Police Service observed a

Read More...

Joel Scott to Run for Cobourg Town Council

Cobourg resident and community leader Joel Scott proudly announces his candidacy for Town Councillor in the 2026 municipal election.

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu