New legislation increases support for student safety

On June 8, 2023, Bill 98, the Better Schools and Student Outcomes Act, received Royal Assent. This legislation will enhance student protection and improve efficiency in investigations and disciplinary processes.

Help govern the profession

We are looking for members of the public and Ontario Certified Teachers to make a difference in education and student well-being by helping to govern the teaching profession.

There are roles available on different arms of governance, including Council, Committees and Rosters.

Governance members will be selected based on specified selection and eligibility criteria needed to do the job and reflective of diverse geographic, linguistic, and Indigenous perspectives of Ontario.

Council meeting summary

College Council met via videoconference on June 8, 2023.

Profile: Council member Douglas Gosse, OCT

Douglas Gosse is a tenured professor and associate dean at the Faculty of Education and Professional Studies, Nipissing University.

With more than two decades of education experience, he started his teaching career as a supply classroom teacher before advancing through various roles as an instructor and assistant professor.

He serves on the College’s Council and on the Selection and Nominating Subcommittee.

He is passionate about Francophone literature, anthropology, social justice, and equity.

Meet our 2022 scholarship recipients

Meet Shawn Dhaliwal, Grace Rajballie, Kaitlyn Heasman and Josée Lamoureux.

Each received $1,500 toward their program of initial teacher education by being exemplary role models to their peers and demonstrating consistent dedication to the highest ideals of teaching.

Now accepting 2023 scholarship applications!

The Ontario College of Teachers Scholarship program recognizes and supports excellence in teacher education by providing annual scholarships to help fund the education of future teachers.

Do you know an outstanding teacher candidate in Ontario? Encourage them to apply for a 2023 scholarship. Information about eligibility and how to apply is available on the College website.

Applications are accepted until August 31, 2023.

Library Services

Members, check out the Margaret Wilson Library’s selection of online magazines, with 24/7 access to publications including Maclean’s and L'Actualité!

1. Log in to your online College account.
2. In the navigation menu, click Library.
3. At the top of the page, click Online Magazines.

Still have questions? Contact the library team at library@oct.ca or 1.833.966.5588