OSSTF York Region

D16 T/OT is committed to the professional learning of our members.  Each year we offer funding for conferences, workshops and training.  The maximum amount paid per conference for 24-25 is $150 per member.
Members can access the funding once per fiscal year (July 1 - June 30).

1) View the conference funding guidelines, for more details, pre-approved conference list and exclusions.

2) Apply for funding   Please wait for approval before incurring any expense. Please anticipate up to two weeks for an approval, applications submitted during July and August will be processed for approvals in September.

3) Submit receipts for reimbursement

Note: If the conference is on a work day, you must connect with your administration to get approval to attend the conference and get an appropriate STAR code from your admin.

D16 T/OT is committed to the professional learning of our members.  Beginning in July 2024, we are offering funding for AQ courses.  The maximum amount paid for an AQ course for 24-25 is $150 per member.
Members can access the funding once per fiscal year (July 1 - June 30).

1) View the AQ funding guidelines, for more details.

2) Apply for funding   Please wait for approval before incurring any expense. 
Have your OSSTF number handy.  This can be found on your OSSTF Edvantage card.
Please anticipate up to two weeks for an approval, applications submitted during July and August will be processed for approvals in September.

3) After receiving approval, submit receipts for reimbursement.

Note: PQP courses are not eligible.

Through provincial OSSTF, members can apply for funding to support them in attending training, a workshop, conference of course in anti-racism and/or equity.  Funds are granted on a first-come, first-served basis and must be applied for.  The maximum amount per member is $400. The event must take place before June 30th, 2025.​

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The application process, approvals, and reimbursements are all completed through provincial office.
1) View the Anti-racism and equity training funding guidelines, and process for more details.

2) Application form Once submitted, please wait for approval from Provincial OSSTF before incurring any expenses.

3) Instructions for reimbursement process are in the guidelines above and will also be in the email provided by Provincial OSSTF if your application is approved.

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Note: If the event is on a work day, you must connect with your administration to get approval to attend the event and get an appropriate STAR code from your admin.

Each year, teachers must complete their Annual Learning Plan (ALP).  This is due by the end of October, unless this is your NTIP/TPA year.  OSSTF D16 T/OT Ed Services committee has created an ALP Generator to support you with this task.

The Educational Services Committee of District 16 T/OT annually recognizes the extraordinary services of devoted members with the Unsung Hero of York Awards.   Members should nominate your colleague by completing the nomination form by the submission deadline to their Ed Services Rep or Branch President leading up to the spring deadline.

• The Branch Executive selects the Unsung Hero Award Recipient from the submissions and notifies the D16 T/OT office of the award winner.

Poster to promote the award   ~   Award criteria and nomination form 

Make a copy of the form to type your nomination, or print and fill out by hand.  Give the completed form to your Branch President by the deadline.   The deadline for the 2023-2024 school year is May 15th.