Regulation 274 of the Education Act was enacted last year. The regulation was enacted in response to concerns about nepotism for long term occasional positions. However, the regulation has been criticized by some as taking away hiring discretion for long term occasional positions from principals in favour of seniority hiring.
Our trustee, Howard Goodman, is among those who are criticizing the regulation and calling for it to be revoked. He has posted information about the regulation on his website. If you are interested in voicing your views on the resolution, Howard Goodman is suggesting you contact Minister Sandals (LSandals.mpp@Liberal.ola.org) or Premier Wynne (KWynne.mpp.co@Liberal.ola.org). Petitions are also circulating both in support of and against the regulation.