Welcome Message  

This year, we have the privilege of bringing everyone together again in Ottawa, with representatives from across the country. It’s always a highlight to gather in one place.

We’ve settled into our new offices, just steps from Parliament Hill, and this proximity has strengthened our ability to bring your voices directly into national conversations. It has also been a year of significant transitions. In addition to our new home, we are looking forward to introducing you to some key new staff who have joined us to continue the important work of the CTF/FCE on your behalf. While change can be challenging, it also brings new energy and ideas, allowing us to evolve and build even stronger connections as an organization.

At the same time, public education continues to face significant pressures. Across the country, we are dealing with ongoing challenges related to retention and recruitment, strained resources, increasing incidents of violence in schools, and the rapid introduction of AI without the meaningful consultation educators deserve. Now, more than ever, we need to address these challenges at both community and social levels rather than relying solely on educational solutions. This requires unity and solidarity at a national level to support each of us in our respective provinces or territories. That’s why our strength as a national federation matters. Our solidarity across all provinces and territories allows us to meet challenges head-on, either nationally or jurisdictionally.

In the face of these challenges, we must remember that over 90% of Canadian families rely on public education. The vast majority see teachers and education workers as the most influential actors in our system. This support strengthens our resolve and fuels our work every day. We are working to strengthen connections and collaboration among our organizations, ensuring that the voices of front-line educators are central to our decision-making and advocacy efforts, and working tirelessly to raise the profile of public education across Canada.

I look forward to the valuable conversations at this year’s AGM. They are essential for shaping our path forward and ensuring that we continue to advocate fiercely for our members and for the future of public education.

In solidarity, 

Clint Johnston, President 

Elections

Candidates for President-Designate of the CTF/FCE

Details will be shared soon

Award and Tribute Recipients

Special Recognition Award

This award recognizes members of CTF/FCE Member Organizations or Associate Organizations who have made major contributions to their provincial/territorial organization, the CTF/FCE, labour rights in education, and/or public education in general.

Public Education Advocacy Award

This award recognizes non-teachers who have made major contributions to public education.

Tribute to an Outstanding Indigenous Educator

This recognition recognizes the important contribution of Indigenous educators in Canadian public schools.

Award of Distinction

This Award of Distinction serves as a tribute to the late Honourable Murray Sinclair, honouring his national leadership and extraordinary contributions to Truth and Reconciliation, as well as his lifelong commitment to public education and the teaching profession, including his valued engagement with the CTF/FCE over the years.

Keynote Speakers

Details will be shared soon

Important Information

The 106^th Annual General Meeting of the CTF/FCE will be held at the Delta Ottawa City Centre (101 Lyon Street North) in Ottawa, July 8–10, 2026, starting at 18:00 (ET), Wednesday, July 8. The AGM will adjourn at 13:00 on Friday, July 10, 2026.

Evening Social Sponsored by Belairdirect

Join us for an evening reception featuring networking, a variety of food and refreshments, and live music, made possible by Belairdirect.

Date: July 9, 2026
Time: 18:30 ET
Location: National Arts Centre (1 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5W1)

Hotel Reservations

The Delta Hotel is holding a block of rooms at discounted rates for attendees. To book your stay, please call 1-888-236-2427 or use the direct booking link. When making your reservation, reference the “CTF BOD and AGM” meeting and use the block code: CAT. To take advantage of the discount rates, please book your hotel room by Friday, June 5, 2026 (17:00 ET).

Available room types and rates are as follows:

• Traditional: $219 + taxes
• Deluxe: $249 + taxes
• Club Level: $279 + taxes
• Suites: $309 and up + taxes

Please note that an additional fee for triple and quadruple occupancy will apply at check-in. Individual reservations can be cancelled up to 72 hours prior to the arrival date. Cancellations made within 72 hours of the arrival date will incur a charge equivalent to a one-night stay.

If you have any questions about the hotel, please email Obianuju Harbor, CTF/FCE Meeting and Event Planner.

Know Before You Go

The CTF/FCE values creating a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for all event participants.

Accessibility and Inquiries

If you need accommodations to participate fully, please indicate this during registration. For follow-up on your requests or other inquiries, contact the CTF/FCE Meeting and Event Planner, Obianuju Harbor.

Scent-Free Policy

The CTF/FCE adheres to a scent-free policy in our building and at all our meetings and events because of sensitivities and allergies among staff and attendees.

Discover Ottawa

Explore the richness of culture and history in the National Capital Region during your stay.

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Questions

For any questions about the organization of this event, please contact CTF/FCE Meeting and Event Planner Obianuju Harbor.