Ontario Teacher Unions Hold Strike Votes Amid Concerns Over Understaffing and Student Impact

Teacher unions across Ontario are holding strike votes, with the Ontario English Catholic Teachers' Association (OECTA) members voting on November 12 and 13, 2026. This comes as a union report highlights that understaffing is impacting students across the province, with many going without their needs being met. Unions are advocating for dedicated funding for new staff and class size caps.