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Mental Health First Aid: Supporting Youth
Mental Health First Aid: Supporting Youth
Only 15 spots in total available!
For the 2025-2026 school year's Federation PD day, we are pleased to offer you an opportunity to take a Mental Health First Aid course for supporting youth ages 12-24. This is a 10-hour course that normally costs $250, but free for you as the OTBU will be funding the course. Certificates will be provided upon successful completion. More information is on the sign-up form here.
Posted 01/22/2026
White Ribbon E-Course
White Ribbon E-Course
Beyond the Screen: Understanding and Preventing Incel Radicalization of Male Youth
Beyond the Screen: Understanding and Preventing Incel Radicalization of Male Youth
OSSTF/FEESO members and select education affiliates and community partners are invited to participate in Beyond the Screen: Understanding and Preventing Incel Radicalization of Male Youth, a free, self-led online e-course developed by White Ribbon.
As the manosphere continues to grow and pull young men toward harmful ideologies, this timely learning opportunity equips education workers with the knowledge and tools to intervene early and effectively. Designed for professionals working with youth in Ontario schools, the course builds awareness of gender dynamics, online radicalization tactics, and early warning signs, supporting early intervention, gender equity, and youth resilience before harm occurs.
The e-course includes, three (3) self-paced modules, is available in English and French, takes approximately 8–9 hours to complete across flexible learning segments, and provides a certificate of completion. Participants will be required to verify their membership with OSSTF/FEESO.
This pilot e-course represents a meaningful opportunity for OSSTF/FEESO members to be at the forefront of prevention work, helping shape solutions.
Please support this important project, and strengthen safer, more inclusive school communities by sharing this opportunity within your Districts, Bargaining Units, and worksites.
Posted 02/17/2026
OTF Connects Webinars
OTF Connects Webinars
OTF is pleased to announce their newest series of excellent OTF Connects webinars. Over the coming weeks and months, OTF’s newest series of webinars will feature tips and tools to support you on your teaching and learning journey, across divisions and subject areas.
Their easy-to-use webinar platform provides you with free, effective professional learning accessible–from a distance–across multiple types of devices. You will leave each session with strategies and tools you can transfer to your own learning context. Registration for each webinar is limited, so sign up early to avoid disappointment.
Edited 11/18/2025
Walking in Our Truth Together
Walking in Our Truth Together
This is a 10-module course to support Truth and Reconciliation provided by PSAC (Public Service Alliance of Canada). You can access the course here. Click on the "Sign Up For The Course Today" button, create a login and password, and you're off! Once you have signed up, please contact eunice.omahony@d25.osstf.ca so our EARAO Lead knows how many of our members will be using this resource. If you have any questions about the EARAO opportunities, please contact Eunice O'Mahony at her email.
Edited 11/18/2025
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