On September 16, more than 275,000 teachers and education workers across Ontario came together in a united day of action to advocate for stronger support for publicly funded schools. Catholic teachers stood alongside colleagues from other education unions to raise awareness about ongoing challenges facing classrooms and students.

The event focused on the urgent need for increased and sustained education funding, highlighting the real impacts of years of underinvestment. Participants called attention to issues such as overcrowded classrooms, reduced staffing, cuts to programs and services, growing safety concerns, and deteriorating school infrastructure. The day also emphasized the importance of beginning meaningful negotiations with the provincial government and investing in smaller class sizes and resources to better support student success.

Overall, the action aimed to send a clear message: Ontario’s students and schools need long-term, meaningful investment to ensure a strong and sustainable future for education.