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Quebec Teacher Agreement Signed

The Quebec Provincial Association of Teachers (QPAT) and the Fédération des syndicats de l’enseignement (FSE-CSQ) have successfully signed national agreements with management. These agreements, effective June 9, aim to improve the working conditions of teachers across Quebec, with provisions for retroactive salary increases dating back to April 1, 2023.  

Key Provisions of the Agreement

The newly signed agreements bring several significant changes aimed at enhancing the quality of education and the well-being of teachers. - Salary Increases: - Teachers will benefit from a 17.4% salary increase over five years. This increase applies to steps 1 to 15 of the salary scale, aligning with the parameters negotiated at the central table for all workers. - Support for Classroom Composition: - The agreement allocates $74 million to support classroom composition. This funding aims to address diverse student needs and ensure a conducive learning environment. - Workload Reductions: - Several measures have been introduced to reduce teachers’ workload. These include the possibility of teleworking for one-quarter of all pedagogical days, the addition of classroom assistants, and automatic recognition of a minimum of one hour of support per week for all elementary teachers.   FSE-CSQ President Josée Scalabrini and QPAT President Steven LeSueur expressed their gratitude for the negotiating teams' efforts. "We would like to thank and congratulate our seasoned negotiating teams, who worked tirelessly to avoid the pitfalls inherent in an exercise such as this," they stated.  

Impact on Teachers

These agreements are expected to have a profound impact on teachers’ daily lives and the overall educational experience in Quebec. - Improved Student Support: - Classroom assistants will provide additional support, particularly to students with special needs, thereby facilitating more individualized attention and accommodation tailored to their learning requirements. - Reduced Teacher Workload: - By assisting with non-pedagogical tasks such as monitoring students, preparing materials, and record-keeping, classroom assistants help alleviate some of the workload on teachers. This allows educators to focus more on instructional planning and delivery, enhancing the quality of their teaching. - Classroom Management: - Additional staff in classrooms can aid in managing student behavior and transitions between activities, ensuring a positive learning environment for all students. - Inclusive Education: - With more classroom assistants, students with diverse needs can be better integrated into mainstream classrooms, promoting equity in learning opportunities.   Continued Challenges Despite these positive steps, both the FSE-CSQ and the QPAT acknowledge that there is still work to be done. One significant challenge remains: the prolonged negotiation process for teachers in Northern Quebec.   "The needs of Northern Quebec’s schools are so significant that we need to pick up the pace of negotiations, to quickly respond to the major issues that have an impact both on staff’s living and working conditions and on the students’ learning conditions," said Ms. Scalabrini and Mr. LeSueur.   The Association of Employees of Northern Quebec (AENQ-CSQ) continues to face delays in their negotiations, highlighting a persistent issue that requires urgent attention.   Looking Ahead The agreements between QPAT and FSE-CSQ mark a substantial step forward in improving the working conditions of Quebec’s teachers. With the introduction of significant salary increases, enhanced support measures, and efforts to reduce workloads, the educational landscape in Quebec is set for positive changes. However, addressing the unique challenges faced by teachers in Northern Quebec remains a priority. The Fédération des syndicats de l’enseignement (FSE-CSQ) represents over 95,000 teachers at 52 school service centres and school boards across Quebec. Its membership spans preschool, elementary, secondary, vocational training, and adult general education sectors. The Quebec Provincial Association of Teachers (QPAT) comprises ten unions and represents over 8,000 teachers in Quebec’s nine English-language school boards and the Centre de services scolaires du Littoral. Together, these organizations work tirelessly to advocate for the rights and needs of teachers, ensuring that the educational environment in Quebec continues to improve for both educators and students.   Final Thoughts The national agreements signed by QPAT and FSE-CSQ represent a critical development in enhancing the working conditions for teachers in Quebec. While significant strides have been made, particularly with salary increases and additional support measures, ongoing negotiations in Northern Quebec highlight areas that still require focused efforts. As these agreements come into effect, the positive impacts on teachers and students alike underscore the importance of continued advocacy and negotiation to achieve further improvements in the education sector.   Sources: THX News & Quebec Provincial Association of Teachers. Read the full article

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I'm sure there are dozens of artists who have played Voyageur who have also appeared on the stage of Le Capitole du Quebec but I know these guys have (though possibly not with this line-up!). Amazing hot-jazz players and super fun guys, the Lost Fingers, whom we met in 2008 at the extraordinary Festival du Guitares du Monde en Abitibi-Témiscamingue in Rouyn-Noranda. The whole series of portraits by Doug Nicholson that we did with them are among my favourites.⁠ ⁠ Find out more about the Six String Nation project and book a live presentation at https://www.sixstringnation.com⁠ ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #quebeccity #quebec #CanadianHistory #quebecculture #beauxarts #walterspainter #architecture #unesco #theatrecapitole #CanEd #CanadianMusic #SocialStudies #CanadianGuitar #acousticguitar #portraitphotography #portrait #K12 #keynotespeaker #CdnEd #EduQuebec #QuebecTeachers #OSSTF #onted #EdLeaders #OECD #VoiceEd #imaginED #6SN #sixstringnation #lostfingers via Instagram https://ift.tt/3aydmwh

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In 2014 we were on our way to be part of Charlottetown's Canada Day celebrations. We decided to take the extra-scenic route - going up through Quebec City and the Gaspésie and down through New Brunswick. ⁠ ⁠ There really is nowhere in North America quite like Quebec City. And Le Capitole is like a pearl in the middle of that oyster. It wasn't always like that. The Catholic Church tried to stop it from even being constructed because... you know... theatre! Anti-conscription protesters tried to burn it down in 1918; it lost audiences to new facilities and suburban alternatives through the 60's and 70's. In 1983, the building, unoccupied and emptied of its contents, was put up for sale by the owner, Famous Players Cinemas. Water infiltration damaged the interior. The stained-glass pieces and lobby chandelier were stolen, and the building suffered vandalism.⁠ ⁠ Local, national and international heritage designations (including the UNESCO designation for old Quebec City) in the mid 1980's are what created the window for a group of show producers and promoters to acquire the property and restore it to its former glory - marked with a gala on November 21st, 1992 featuring Céline Dion, Robert Charlebois, the Quebec Symphony Orchestra and others.⁠ ⁠ One day, THIS guitar will be on THAT stage.⁠ ⁠ (BTW, we did get some shots of the guitar inside the building but they are dim and out-of-focus as anything!)⁠ ⁠ Find out more about the Six String Nation project and book a live presentation at https://www.sixstringnation.com⁠ ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #quebeccity #quebec #CanadianHistory #quebecculture #beauxarts #walterspainter #architecture #unesco #theatrecapitole #CanEd #CanadianMusic #SocialStudies #CanadianGuitar #acousticguitar #keynotespeaker #CdnEd #ETFO #EduQuebec #QuebecTeachers #OSSTF #onted #EdLeaders #OECD #VoiceEd #imaginED #6SN #sixstringnation #chloesaintemarie #elisapie #arianemoffatt via Instagram https://ift.tt/2wsUP5L

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These are the struts that define the depth of the guitar and support the sides.⁠ ⁠ Jean and Sylvie from Le Capitole were so kind and enthusiastic about participating in the project and sent DVDs and everything so I could ground myself in the significance and brilliance of this building. But honestly, nothing can compare to actually visiting. Quebec city is so beautiful anyway, of course, and yet this structure next to the old wall and facing onto Place D'Youville is really so magnificent as to take your breath away.⁠ ⁠ Tomorrow at Le Capitole starts a 10 day run of RÉVOLUTION EN TOURNÉE - Quebec's premiere dance competition show with 3 shows daily. Gregory Charles, some comedy, a Peter Gabriel SO tribute all on the calendar.⁠ Looking back? Sarah Bernhardt, Maurice Chevalier, Charles Aznavour, Alfred Hitchcock, Charles Trenet, Céline Dion, Robert Charlebois, André-Philippe Gagnon, Marc Dupré, Mario Pelchat, Jean Lapointe, Martin Matte, Michel Legrand, Gregory Charles, Julien Clerc, Jean Leloup, Lara Fabian, Plume Latraverse, Roch Voisine, Tragically Hip, Johnny Hallyday and Robert LePage.⁠ ⁠ My dream show there? A Six String Nation presentation with performances by Chloé Sainte-Marie, Ariane Moffatt and Elisapie.⁠ ⁠ Find out more about the Six String Nation project and book a live presentation at https://www.sixstringnation.com⁠ ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #quebeccity #quebec #CanadianHistory #quebecculture #beauxarts #walterspainter #architecture #unesco #theatrecapitole #CanEd #CanadianMusic #SocialStudies #CanadianGuitar #acousticguitar #keynotespeaker #CdnEd #canadianarchitecture #EduQuebec #QuebecTeachers #OSSTF #onted #EdLeaders #OECD #VoiceEd #imaginED #6SN #sixstringnation #chloesaintemarie #elisapie #arianemoffatt via Instagram https://ift.tt/2VLV1aW