January 11, 2016
The Conseil scolaire catholique du Nouvel-Ontario (CSCNO) and Unité 61 of the Association des enseignantes et des enseignants franco-ontariens (AEFO) reached a tentative local agreement on Saturday, January 9, 2016. Both parties agree to ratify the deal by January 27, 2016.
« We thank all parties involved in the negotiations. Both negotiating teams were greatly motivated by a common desire to reach a local agreement, which included fair and equitable working conditions that reflect the priorities of both parties, » stated CSCNO President André Bidal.
Mrs. Lyse-Anne Papineau, CSCNO Director of Education, confirms that discussions took place in a professional and respectful environment. “I want to acknowledge that both committees displayed a great deal of respect and professionalism during the negotiation process. »
The terms of the local agreement remain confidential until it is ratified. The agreement will be valid until August 2017.
The Conseil scolaire catholique du Nouvel-Ontario offers a French Catholic Educational Program that is recognized for its excellence. With some 7,000 students in 27 elementary and 10 secondary schools, the CSCNO offers a positive learning environment from early childhood to adult education.
INFORMATION:
Paul de la Riva
Interim Assistant Director of Communications and Community Development
Conseil scolaire catholique du Nouvel-Ontario
(705) 673-5626, ext. 294
(705) 677-8195 – cell phone
paul.delariva@nouvelon.ca