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June 2019
Watch our live stream. Join us for our Annual Meeting of Members.
How to support students’ mental health: listen anytime, anywhere
Myth or Fact
Your fees at work
What first-day actions do you take in your classroom to start the year on the right foot?
In the community

May 2019
You’re invited to the Annual Meeting of Members. Join us on May 30.
Helpful video provides added help to support students’ mental health
Teachers play a critical role protecting students
Myth or Fact
In the community

April 2019
Bill 48, The Safe and Supportive Classrooms Act receives third reading and Royal Assent
It's your Annual Meeting of Members. Please join us on May 30
Supporting students' mental health
What would you do?
Myth or Fact
In the community

March 2019
College Council recommends changes to our governance structure
The College applauds the Supreme Court for strengthening student privacy
Court order preserves transparency of College discipline decisions
Supporting students' mental health
Myth or Fact
Don't forget to pay your 2019 membership fee
How many videos have you viewed, liked or shared on our YouTube channel?

February 2019
Council to discuss results of independent governance review
New Strategic Priorities will guide College's work
Meet our 2018 scholarship recipients!
Now accepting: 2019-2020 scholarship applications
Myth or Fact

January 2019
What would you do?
Supporting students with mental health concerns
Myth or Fact

2018

December 2018
College releases results of independent governance review
New counselling program for victims of sexual abuse
Supporting Students’ Mental Health advisory released
Setting boundaries with students
The holiday break is a good time…
Poll: Which College services and products do you use?
Myth or Fact

November 2018
College welcomes legislative changes to improve student protection and math instruction
Teachers experienced life-changing opportunities
Refresh your skills
Disciplinary hearing process
Myth or Fact?
In the community

October 2018
World Teachers’ Day – October 5th
Help to manage your classroom environment
What would you do?
Enhancing your future practice
Myth or Fact?

September 2018
Free access: more than 12,000 books, eBooks and DVDs
How to respond to bullying?
Poll: How do you develop your leadership skills?
Myth Fact
Want to shape how teachers can add to their professional knowledge?

August 2018
What would you do?
You have a new Council
Myth Fact
How we resolve complaints
Interested in shaping how and what teachers teach?
Listening to you

July 2018
Teachers' off-duty conduct matters
New legislation strengthens College's role
Is your information up to date?
2017 Annual Report goes live
Great discussion
Want to provide feedback on AQ course guidelines?
In the community

June 2018
What matters most?
What would you do?
College role strengthened due to changes in legislation
You're invited. It's your Annual Meeting of Members on June 6.
Your eighth College Council
Interested in shaping how and what teachers teach?
Myth or Fact?

May 2018
College intervened at Supreme Court of Canada to protect student privacy
Eighth Council elected
College established French language services protocol
It's your Annual Meeting of Members. Please join us on June 6
Myth or Fact?
Interested in AQ policy development?
Now accepting: 2018-2019 scholarship applications

April 2018
College supports legislative changes to better protect students
Are you a voter? 
Interested in AQ policy development?
Myth or Fact?
Inspirational future teachers
In the community

March 2018
College welcomes government's plans to strengthen our role in protecting students
Election Information Sessions Governing the Profession
Strategies to inform your professional practice
Myth or Fact
Don't forget to pay your 2018 membership fee

February 2018
The power of your emotional intelligence (EI)
College advances diversity with new policy
Be vote-ready!
Myth or Fact?
Enhancing your future practice

January 2018
When people complain
What would you do?
Myth or Fact?
Be vote-ready!

2017

December 2017
How to maintain a professional use of e-communication and social media
Don't miss your chance!
Tell us
The holiday break is a good time...
Myth or fact?

November 2017
What would you do?
One month to run for College Council
Myth or fact?
Use music to promote social justice within your school
In the community

October 2017
Celebrate World Teachers Day on October 5
Responding to bullying
Run for College Council
Myth or fact?
Mark your calendars

September 2017
Serve your profession
What does a Council member do?
Members say why they run
Myth or Fact?
Celebrating Great Teaching

August 2017
What would you do?
Serve your profession
Individuals can make an anonymous complaint against members of the College?
Tell us what you want to learn
Remarkable teachers impact the stage and screen

July 2017
Run for College Council
Summer is a good time…
How do you communicate with parents?
Myth or Fact?
2016 Annual Report released
Pitch in to help
In the community

June 2017
You're invited. It’s your Annual Members’ Meeting.
Strategies to inform your professional practice
Do you know an exceptional teacher candidate?
Choose a paperless membership package
Pitch in to help
In the community

May 2017
It’s your Annual Member’s Meeting. Please join us.
We’re turning 20!
Engaging with the Professional Learning Framework for the Teaching Profession
What would you do?
Follow us on Facebook
Choose a paperless membership package

April 2017
Did you take an AQ? Check your certificate.
Honouring future teachers
Strategies to inform your professional practice
We’re turning 20!
Enhancing student protection in the public interest
Council makes election process easier
Upgrading your skills?
Borrow books, ebooks, DVDs – free
Pitch in to help

March 2017
Call for art work
What does the College do?
Enhancing student protection in the public interest
Great Teaching
2017 annual membership fees due
The College in your community

February 2017
Are you on Facebook?
What would you do?
Creating inclusive schools?
Enhancing student protection in the public interest
Why do you visit Find a Teacher?

January 2017
Do you have space for one more New Year’s resolution?
Strategies to inform your professional practice
Call for art work
Bullying: an insidious behavior with long term consequences
Election of members to serve on College governing council – let’s make voting easier

2016

December 2016
Protecting the public interest
Call for art work
Play on
Borrow books, ebooks, DVDs – free
Celebrating Great Teaching
Providing you with ideas on Pinterest
Don’t Forget to Pay Your Membership Fee
Access to MemberPerks has changed

November 2016
What would you do?
Your off-duty conduct matters
In a word? Fantastic!
Opportunity to join College’s Council
All disciplinary decisions now available on CanLII
The College in your community

October 2016
Show your pride...
Teachers experienced life-changing opportunities
The College thanks YOU
Ways to refine your practice
Strategies to inform your professional practice
Parlez-vous Français?
The College in the community
Why do you read the magazine?

September 2016
Teachers experience life-changing opportunities in difficult situations
Top 10 inclusive classroom strategies
What to do if you suspect that a student is being abused
What does the College do?
The College in the community

August 2016
What would you do?
In the Anishinaabe culture, respect is modelled
Your magazine stands out
Innovative technology brings the College's annual meeting of members to you!
Order books – free of charge

July 2016
Ethical standards captured in aboriginal art
Summer is a good time…
Upgrading your skills?
Strategies to inform your professional practice
Experience your College like never before
Do you know an exceptional teacher candidate?

June 2016
Join us! Hear how the Ombudsman resolves school board complaints
Do you know an exceptional teacher candidate?
College updates safety advice
Visit our booth at Toronto Pride
One, two, three…

May 2016
Join us! Hear how the Ombudsman resolves cases
Stepping outside the classroom
Do you know an exceptional teacher candidate?
Pitch in to help
Be with us in May 2016
Decoding dyslexia

April 2016
Investigation Committee case study: What would you do?
Changing job market holds promise for OCTs
Honouring future teachers
Strategies to inform your professional practice
Dispelling myths about sharing information with children's aid societies

March 2016
Celebrating Great Teaching
2016 annual membership fees due
Know someone abroad who wants to teach in Ontario?
Be with us in May 2016

February 2016
Share your reflections in our SOQP survey
Save the date – be with us in May 2016
Meet our 2015 scholarship recipients!
Shifting gears
ADHD now

January 2016
The case of social media use
What does it mean to have integrity?
Save the date – be with us in May 2016
Strategies to inform your professional practice
Curious about what is it like to be a new teacher in Ontario?

2015

December 2015
Shape the future of your profession
Add some drama
Borrow books, ebooks, DVDs – free
Help your students find their inner activist
What does teacher leadership look like?

November 2015
Have you seen the Duty to Report advisory?
Consultations on duty to report child abuse
Celebrating Great Teaching
Check your inbox for our library survey
Thoughts from Ontario teachers

October 2015
What to do if you suspect that a student is being abused
Let’s celebrate YOU
Strategies to inform your professional practice
Top 10 inclusive classroom strategies

September 2015
How to protect children from abuse and neglect
Have a classroom idea to share?
Saskatchewan teachers to govern their profession
What will future teachers learn?
Inspire students to be future scientists, artists, photographers, architects…
Quick and easy read
Student Essay Contest

August 2015
Seventh Council underway
Profiling Ontario teachers
What are you reading?
Your magazine stands out
Some advice for the College
What would you do?

July 2015
Pan Am & Parapan Am Games: Celebrating Cultural Diversity
Celebrating Great Teaching
Strategies to Inform Your Professional Practice
Honoring future teachers
Revised app features new, popular AQs
Do you receive multiple copies of the magazine?
Pitch in to help

June 2015
Looking to teach abroad?
You are invited
App to highlight newest courses
Do you receive multiple copies of the magazine?
Visit our booth at Toronto Pride
Pitch in to help

May 2015
Your vote, your Council
How open is open?
Teaching LGBTQ students
Now Available for Blackberry 10!
Education Week – May 4-8 – Show your best!
Pitch in to help
Browse our Book Reviews Online

April 2015
Voting Ends April 7
Minister praises College for championing the teaching profession
CBC Ombudsman to address AMM
Thumbs Up for French Services
Investigation Committee Case Study: What Would You Do?
Strategies to Inform Your Professional Practice
The Power of Communication
Free Poetry Contest for Young Poets in the GTA

March 2015
See Who’s Seeking Your Vote
Celebrating Great Teaching
Positive Signs in Teacher Hiring
Help Update the Professional Learning Framework
Don’t Forget to Pay your Membership Fee

February 2015
See Who’s Running for College Council
Help Update the Professional Learning Framework
Council Revises TQR and Accreditation Regulations
Reporting Cyberbullying
Your Mobile College
Have you Read This Yet?
Don’t Forget to Pay your Membership Fee

January 2015
See Who’s Running for College Council
Help Shape the Future of Your Profession
Investigation Committee Case Study: What would you do?
Honouring Exceptional Dedication
College Office Granted Environmental Certification
Your Mobile College
Have you Read This Yet?
Don’t Forget to Pay your Membership Fee

2014

December 2014
Minister Commends College Commitment
College Conference Attracts Thought Leaders in Regulation and Education
Milton Teacher Inspires Public Confidence
Include Aboriginal Perspectives in your Practice
Don’t Forget to Pay Your Membership Fee
Where do You Turn for Professional Development?
Your Mobile College
Celebrating Great Teaching
Have You Read This Yet?

November 2014
Council Nominations Close December 5
We Got Silver!
Include Aboriginal Perspectives in Your Practice
Annual Meeting Recap
Tools to Inform Your Professional Practice
Author Talk
The College In Your Community
Your Mobile College
Have You Read This Yet?

October 2014
Happy World Teachers’ Day
Run for Council
Solve the EQuAtiOn
Your Mobile College
Celebrating Great Teaching
Author's Talk
The College in Your Community
Have You Read This Yet?

September 2014
Council Nominations Open
Accrediting Faculties of Education
Saskatchewan Government: Teacher Self Regulation Coming in 2015
Your Mobile College
Margaret Wilson Library open house
Register Now - College Conference
Ontario Universities’ Fair
Word On The Street
Have you read this yet?

August 2014
Have you read this yet?
What’s in the way of change?
Trending today and tomorrow: Digital education
Education ministers promote consistency in early learning
Children’s learning improves with less on canvas
Thanks for chipping in!
Save the date

July 2014
Coroner’s inquest affects regulatory reporting
Who oversees regulators?
Sharing effective practices
Professionally Speaking wins at KRW Awards!
Save the Date
Share your best advice!
Have you read this yet?

June 2014
Annual Meeting of Members rescheduled to October 1
It’s a privilege. Learn why.
Share your thoughts
Exemplary OCT teaches at-risk students to dream big
The word is out
Save the Date
Have you read this yet? 

May 2014
Annual Meeting of Members
Save the Date
England sets up College of Teaching
Nova Scotia College of Teachers
Keep the drive alive
Margaret Wilson Library open house
Visit our booth at Ottawa’s International Children’s Festival
Have you read this yet?
OCT MemberPerks® - Save and win!

March 2014
Telling the public who we are and what we do
2014 Member Fee due
Job market remains competitive
Save the Date
Chip in to support new teachers
Taste unforgettable wines with sommelier Steve Campo!
Honour an exceptional educator
Congratulations to Teresa Rowan, winner of the Fitbit Wireless Activity Tracker!

January 2014
Add the OCT app to your mobile device
Conference focuses on safety
See Ontario’s young artists’ œuvres
Eradicating racism
Deep freeze coping skills (contest!)
Congratulations!

2013

December 2013
E-Services, your new online marketplace
Introducing MemberPerks®: a new way to save!
Big day for College Scholarship Program
A career with the Ontario College of Teachers
Ultimate movie giveaway!
Win a signed copy of The Orenda by Joseph Boyden!

November 2013
Changes support enhanced program
Share your vision
Survey Says: Thank you!
Pay it forward
Remembering 14 young women

October 2013
Growing support for The Protecting Students Act
Initial teacher education program in flight
Post. Receive. Succeed.
Movie night giveaway!
A $25 gift card for your thoughts
Promoting teacher professionalism
Win a copy of Orenda by Joseph Boyden

September 2013
College welcomes proposed Protecting Students Act
Happy World Teachers' Day
The word is out
Practical research at your fingertips
Kindergarten collaboration

August 2013
Statistics abound in annual report
TAP into OCT savings
Trade teaching tips & WIN!
Your source for resources

June 2013
Expanded program welcomed
Minister addresses Council
Regulators facing challenges
Advice safeguards students
Who's reading what

May 2013
Safety advice to help you safeguard students
You are invited
Charity golf tournament
Reflect on draft AQ course guidelines
Fresh start contest
Facebook poll winner

April 2013
We're on Twitter
Supporting Teacher Excellence
You are Invited
Take our Facebook Poll
Study on the Standards of Practice

March 2013
Celebrating the arts
Looking for an AQ course?
Charity golf tournament
Like us and win!

February 2013
“We want to go to school!”
Charity golf tournament
Honour an exceptional educator
Inspired by teachers
Liking us has rewards

January 2013
Where do you work?
Secrets to teaching success
And the winner is...
How do you recharge at school?

2012

December 2012
Congratulations Philip Capobianco, OCT
College Conference a success
Like us on Facebook and win
Save this holiday

November 2012
College launches new website
Access the Members section
Last chance to register
Final exam
Nutrition education feedback needed

October 2012
Learn more about effective practices and research in teacher education at the College conference.
Send us your teaching tips for Professionally Speaking. If we choose yours, you'll win an Indigo gift card.
Learn more about what happens during a disciplinary hearing at the College.
Looking for resources? We have lots in the College library.
Dairy Farmers of Ontario needs your feedback on health and nutrition for new classroom resources.

September 2012
Your distinguishing mark
Register now for the College Conference and save
Honour a leader
Exclusive travel deals for OCTs

August 2012
Nominate a colleague or organization
College Conference: Inspiring Public Confidence
Have you taken an AQ recently?
We have resources for you!
Member Discounts

July 2012
Expect greater accountability and transparency with discipline reform
Be Inspired by the College conference
Adding up to excellence
New Council holds inaugural meeting
Certified, qualified and supporting student achievement

May 2012
Inspiring Public Confidence
Accounting for our actions
Keep the drive alive
Qualified to excel

April 2012
Election Results: Meet Your New Council
Honouring student artists
Reflect on draft AQ course guidelines
Teach English in Québec

March 2012
Vote Now in Council Elections
iPad2 Winner
We Have Ebooks For You
Do You Need Classroom Supplies?

February 2012
Chat With Your Candidates
We Have Ebooks For You
See Our Events Calendar

January 2012
Announcing Your Council Candidates
What Do You Think?
Who Are Ontario's Top Educators?

2011

Issue # 59
Submit Council Nominations by December 9
Discussion: Technology in the Classroom Access
Free Resources
Member Discounts
Professionally Speaking

Issue # 58
Serve Your Profession
Paying Your Annual Membership Fee
Access Free Resources
Member Discounts

Issue # 57
The College Has Taken Action to Protect Students
Members Weigh in on Importance of Content in Teacher Education Programs
More Great Discounts for OCTs
Provide Input on Teacher Education Programs

Issue # 56
Your Profession is Calling You
Ontario College of Teachers Commissions The Hon. Patrick LeSage to Review Regulatory Processes
Facebook Updates Privacy Settings
Watch the 2011 Annual Meeting of Members Online

Issue # 54
Online 2010 College Annual Report Profiles Ontario Teachers
Celebrating National Aboriginal Day
Resources at Your Fingertips
Contests for Your Classroom
Enjoy Summer with OCT Discounts!

Issue # 53
Share Your Feedback About AQ Course Guidelines on Facebook
Tutorial Video Helps New Applicants
Taking an AQ this Summer? Access Resources Online
Discount Program Spreads

2010

Issue # 52
Education Minister Praises Work of College
Early Childhood Educators Seek New Registrar
Premium Research Service For You – Try it Today
New French-language Resources Search Engine
More Great Discounts for OCTs
Reading Rocks the North Literacy Conference

Issue # 51
World Teachers' Day 2010
Now online: A practicum resource filled with practical information
More Great Discounts for OCTs

Issue # 50
New premium research service for you
Resource guide for teacher assignments in Ontario schools
Interactive 2009 College annual report profiles Ontario teachers
More Great Discounts for OCTs

Issue # 49
No More 194 Days, Streamlined Certificates and New AQs
Toronto Star Public Editor Delivers Keynote at Annual Meeting of Members
Your Library - Books, Videos...and Much, Much More
More Great Discounts for OCTs

2009

Issue # 48
Ontario Teachers on YouTube
Tell Us What You Think Supervisory Officers Need to Know
More Great Discounts for OCTs
Your Input is Welcome for Accreditation Reviews

Issue # 47
Council Chooses Chair, Vice-Chair
Council Appoints Joe Jamieson as Deputy Registrar
College Introduces AQ Search Engine
Your Library - Books, Videos...and Much, Much More

Issue # 46
2008 College Annual Report Provides Rich Statistical Picture of Ontario's Teaching Profession
New Induction Resources Available
Michael Salvatori - the College's New Registrar and CEO
Your Library - Books, Videos...and Much, Much More
New Additions to Member Discounts

Issue # 45
College Members Choose Fifth Council
Your Library - Books, Videos...and Much, Much More
New Additions to Member Discounts

Issue # 44
Council Names Lise Roy-Kolbusz Interim Registrar
Have You Voted Yet?
Reminder to Pay Your 2009 Member Fee
There's Something New on Our Shelves

Issue # 43
Candidate Biographies Available Online
Voting Begins March 9
Well-prepared Ontario Teachers Ready to Work – Anywhere
Now More Than 7,000 Resources For You

Issue # 42
Council Appoints Michael Salvatori as next College Registrar
Council Candidates Announced
Now More Than 7,000 Resources For You

2008

Issue # 41
Changes to certification in the works.
Qualifications renamed or discontinued.
Elementary teachers - complete this survey and be entered for a chance to win.
Do you find research in education useful to your teaching? Participate in an online survey.
Now More Than 6,500 Resources For You.

Issue # 40
Course Guidelines Online for your Feedback
PQP Survey Online
Volunteer Opportunity for Accreditation Panels
Now More Than 6,500 Resources For You
College membership card gets you free admission
Use Your Card For More Discounts

Issue # 39
Professional Advisory on Additional Qualifications
CBC's Fifth Estate - We are doing it right
French-language Services Report
Member Discounts Keep Growing

2007

Issue # 38
Emerging Employment Concern for New English-language Teachers
2008 Member Fee Payment
College Changes Department Titles
Now More Than 6,000 Resources For You

Issue # 37
Cyberbullies Concern Teachers
More Time to Reach Us
Teachers' Qualifications Revised
Now More Than 6,000 Resources For You

Issue # 36
Take a Look at Our 2006 Annual Report
AQ Restriction Removed from ICQs
One of Your Students Could Win a $15,000 Classroom Makeover
Library Services for Members

Issue # 35
College Recognizes Distance Education Delivery
Calling Experienced Educators
Events Calendar Available Online 24/7

Issue # 34
Teachers' Network Now Available
Council Names New Deputy Registrar
Sharing Ethical Dilemmas
Members' Discounts

Issue # 33
Preparing Teachers for Tomorrow - The Review of Teachers' Qualifications
Reminder - You are invited to our Standards Forum
Nominate An Outstanding Educator for a Premier's Award
Send Us Your Calendar Listings

2006

Issue # 32
Uneven job market for new teachers, College study says
Revised Professional Standards Equal New Opportunities for Growth
Meet Your New Council
Library Services for Members

Issue # 31
Council Election Results
College Seeks Changes to Proposed Legislation
New College Registrar and Acting Deputy Registrar Appointed
Library Services for Members

Issue # 30
Meet Your Candidates!
2006 State of the Teaching Profession Survey
Library Services for Members

Issue # 29
89 Seek Council Seats
Ballots Available Through the Members' Area
Congratulations to Our Contest Winners!
Library Services for Members

Issue # 28
Start the Nominations!
Election and Qualifying Test Amendments Take Effect
College Passes GST Cut on to Members
New library services for members

Issue # 27
Council Approves New Standards
Election Update
Imagine yourself in London or Vancouver!
New library services for members

Issue # 26
The Latest News on Your College
Members can now request items online

Issue # 25
Proposed legislation significantly alters College
Minister directs College to revise regulations
Bill 78 makes New Teacher Induction Program mandatory
Members benefit from showing new membership cards

Issue # 24
Tell Us What You Think of the Revised Standards
Membership Has Its Privileges

2005

Issue # 23
Tell us about your AQ experience and give us your opinion about the future of the AQ program
New network for teachers

Issue # 22
Smaller classes do matter, respondents to third annual
College member survey say

Issue # 21
College study shows Ontario teacher shortage is over
Links to Sites for Teachers

Issue # 20
Preparing Teachers for Tomorrow
Library Services for You

Issue # 19
Council Acts to Protect New Teachers
Lise St-Éloi Appointed Co-ordinator of French-Language Services
New Library Services Popular with Members

2004

Issue # 18
Marketing needed to attract men to teaching, educators say
Return books for free
Employment opportunities at the Ontario College of Teachers

Issue # 16
Council Approves Lower Membership Fee
Multi-teacher household? You can arrange to reduce the number of copies of Professionally Speaking you receive.

Issue # 15
College Releases 2004 State of the Teaching Profession Survey Results Resignation of Board Member/Council Vacancy Standards Review: What Does It Mean to be a Teacher? Elementary Teachers' Opportunity

Issue # 14
Standards Review: What Does It Mean to be a Teacher?
College Council Launches Review on College Governance Elementary Teachers' Opportunity

Issue # 13
Professional Development for Ontario's Teachers - Advice to the Minister of Education

2003

Issue # 12
Professional Learning Program To Be Cancelled

Issue # 11
College urges provincial government to support newly certified teachers

Issue # 6
E-vote Now!
Another Contest ... and You're Already Entered
College Members Can Track Professional Learning Online
Invitation to Serve on Professional Learning Committee
Call for Nominations - 2003 CEA-Whitworth Award for Educational Research

Issue # 5
College Names W. Douglas Wilson as Registrar and Chief Executive Officer
Atkinson Foundation Honours Outgoing Registrar

2002

Issue # 4
College Holds Presentations Across Province to Launch First Professional Advisory

Issue # 3
October 5th is World Teachers' Day

Issue # 2
Minister ‘Studying' College Request for PLP Funding; Fees Must Rise
College Sought Government Funding for PLP
College Joins Forces with Universities to Attract Technological Studies Teachers

Issue # 1
World Teachers' Day
Do You Know A Teacher Looking For A Teaching Position?
Here's A New Service From The College That Can Help