Building Union Power

Thank you, ETT members. ✊🏿💙

Our full slate was elected, and now the real work begins. Members chose organizing, solidarity, and action. The election is over — now we come together to defend public education, strengthen our schools, build steward networks, and fight back against Doug Ford’s cuts and underfunding.

This victory belongs to all of us.



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READY TO WIN 🔥

BUILDING UNION POWER

This is it.

The moment we decide what kind of union we want — one that reacts…

or one that organizes and wins.

OUR TEAM

Nigel Barriffe — President (Acclaimed)
Maria Abbruzzese — Vice President Candidate
Elizabeth So — Secretary-Treasurer Candidate

Executive Officer Candidates:
Brian Altay
Emily Macklin
Julius
Jonathan Giles
Jonathan Lowe
Kelly Buchanan
Rico Rodriguez
Shannon Kolhmeier

💥 While schools face cuts…
💥 While workloads rise…
💥 While hundreds of positions are on the line…

We’re building something different.

🎯 Real organizing in every school
🎯 Member power at the center
🎯 A union ready to fight — and win

This isn’t just a slate.
This is a team built for this moment.

🗳️ VOTE

Table Officers:
April 21 (9 AM) → April 27 (10 PM) 

Executive Officers:
May 1 (9 AM) → May 7 (10 PM) 

Let’s show what happens when educators organize.

Let’s build union power.

Meet our dynamic candidates—Emily Macklin, Rico Rodriguez, and Elizabeth So. United for stronger schools and a powerful union. Emily drives progress, Rico defends our rights, and Elizabeth fosters transparency. Together, they are unstoppable in advocating for educators and students alike. Cast your vote for continuity, advocacy, and integrity. 🌟

🌟 Spotlight on Excellence 🌟 Today, we're proud to feature three incredible candidates from the Building Union Power Slate who are dedicated to enhancing our union and advocating for every member! 🚀

1. Susan Jim - A powerhouse in improving work conditions and a staunch advocate for educational equity. Her commitment is unmatched!

2. Julius - Known for their strategic organizing and commitment to social justice, Julius is a beacon of empowerment for our community.

3. Jonathan Lowe - A voice of reason and experience at the bargaining table, Jonathan is dedicated to ensuring our teachers are supported and heard.

🗳️ Let's support these stalwarts by casting our votes! Your vote is your voice—make it count for Susan, Julius, and Jonathan between May 9-13!

🌟 Meet Our Exceptional Executive Officer Candidates!🌟

As we launch our campaign for the Building Union Power Executive Officers, we're thrilled to introduce three outstanding members of our slate:

1.⁠ ⁠Maria Abbruzzes:
- 🛡️ Champion of Equity and Inclusion: Advocates tirelessly for anti-racism, anti-oppression, and 2SLGBTQIA+ resources in our schools.

2.⁠ ⁠Brian Altay:
- 🏫 Advocate for Safe and Supportive Work Environments*: Committed to reducing violence in schools and enhancing support for teachers' mental and physical health.

3.⁠ ⁠Jonathan Giles:
- ⚖️ Grievance Expert: Uses his experience to strengthen the enforcement of our collective agreement and secure the rights of every teacher.

These leaders are driven by a passion to improve our public education system. Take a moment to learn more about their remarkable contributions and plans!

🗳️ *Don't forget to vote!* Your voice is crucial in shaping the future of our union and our schools.

🌟 What an inspiring evening at our candidate meet-up! Helen, Chadwick, and I are grateful for the opportunity to engage directly with our members, discussing the root of our challenges and presenting concrete solutions. Visit our website to see all we’ve accomplished together and what we aim to achieve next. Let’s continue making a difference! www.buildingunionpower.ca

- Nigel Barriffe, Vice Presidential Candidate

🌟 Meet Your Slate4Table Team for a Stronger Future!🌟

We are thrilled to introduce our dedicated team of leaders, ready to champion the cause of educators across our community. Meet the team committed to building a brighter future for all:

•Helen Victoros for President - Leading with integrity and resilience, ready to elevate our voices and secure the resources we need.

•Nigel Barriffe for Vice President - Advocating for justice and support, ensuring every teacher and student thrives.

•Chadwick Gordon for Secretary-Treasurer - Strengthening our foundation with transparency and accountability.

📣 Let’s Spread the Word!
We’ve updated our Table Team poster to reflect our united front and vision for change.

Please share this new version far and wide within your networks and kindly delete any previous versions of the flyer.

Your support amplifies our message and strengthens our mission. Together, we can face any challenge and create the educational environment our children deserve. 🍏✨

🔄 Share & Support
Help us reach every corner of our membership. Every share, every conversation counts. Let’s make this campaign a collective triumph for education!

In the upcoming forum by Trustees Patel and Ghous, it's imperative that takes a hard look at the real issues facing our schools.

Teachers are not the problem; they are part of the solution.

Decades of funding cuts and lack of support have brought us here. Pointing fingers at teacher absenteeism misses the point.

We need trustees to advocate for real change. Let's work towards a school system that supports both educators and students.

Big shout out to my newest top fans!

Building the Solidarity Dividend: A Conversation with Heather McGhee Learn about what McGhee calls the Solidarity Dividend: "gains that come when people come together across race, to accomplish what we simply can’t do on our own."

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