On January 31st, 2022, the Manitoba Government proclaimed Bill 45: The Public Schools Amendment and Manitoba Teachers’ Society Amendment Act. This is the legislation that establishes centralized (provincial) bargaining for teachers in Manitoba. There are a few things to note with this change that folks may be interested in. Bill

Welcome back, RETTA members. I hope you had the opportunity to get some rest during the winter break and that you and those around you stayed healthy. Unfortunately, it looks like we are headed into more uncertainty and I wish I could offer some clarity. What I can tell you

I want to let all members know how much I admire your resilience, patience, and flexibility as you have made it through the first four months of this school year. It has been another difficult year for those of us in public education, and I know that many of you

On January 1, 2022, counselling services to MTS (RETTA) members—and now their eligible family members too—will be provided through HumanaCare, an integrated provider of counselling and support services in Canada with more than 150 counsellors right here in Manitoba. Services include individual therapy, as well as counselling for family and

All RETTA members are invited to attend the Manitoba Teachers’ Society meeting of the Provincial Council. What is the Provincial Council? Provincial Council is the highest decision-making body of the Society, and it ultimately gives direction to the MTS. What is the Provincial Council meeting? The Provincial Council meeting is

Are you planning to take maternity and/or parental leave? There are two sources that define a teacher’s right to maternity and/or parental leave – the Employment Standards Code and the collective agreement. The Code provides for minimum standards applicable to all employees, while the collective agreement may provide for enhanced

Dear new RETTA Members, Welcome to your Local union!! Each year the River East Transcona Teachers’ Association puts on a New Member Welcome Event. The purpose of the event is to welcome new RETTA Members to their Local union, introduce them to their Local leadership and explain the role and

Given that each workplace’s nature, needs, and composition is distinct, the Association would like to offer the opportunity for members to put forward proposals for site-based RETTA member wellness events that promote stress reduction, physical activity, nutrition, and work-life management. This is not replacing our well-attended group events like Trivia

The River East Transcona Teachers’ Association is pleased to announce that we have ratified an Agreement-in-Committee with the River East Transcona School Division. Ratification vote results: From 1,257 ballots cast, the members of RETTA have voted 98.8%  in favour of ratification. 

Communication was sent to all RETTA members on May 6th with an update on bargaining. Here is the letter and call to action. As always, contact us if you have any questions.