Bill 33 PassesLast week, Bill 33 Supporting Children and Students Act, received Royal Assent, making it law. The government did not hold any public hearings or consultations on the bill, so we were unable to express our concerns with a legislative committee, which is an important part of the democratic process. As front-line leaders, we have concerns about the powers that will be provided to the Minister of Education around school board operations and the mandatory implementation of police officers in schools. We released this statement to express our concerns, and urge the Minister to involve us in the next stage, as regulations related to the law are developed.

Membership Information Updates

As we continue to update our website with new information, it is essential that you have your OPC number and password to access exclusive content on the Member side of our website.

All fully completed membership applications received as of today’s date have been processed. To access our website, enter your board email address in the login retrieval tool and your login credentials will be emailed to you. We recommend updating your password by following the My Profile Link in the upper right corner of the page, then Update Personal Information. 

If you forget your login information, use the Forgot Login tool located in the upper right corner of the home page. Enter the email address associated with your OPC record, and you will receive an email with your password and OPC number. Please check your spam or junk folder if you do not see the email in your inbox. Should you encounter any issues or require further assistance, email membership@principals.ca.

Save the Date for the 2026 OPCLeadLearn Annual Conference

Mark your calendars for October 22–23, 2026. Building on the success of our first annual conference held this November, the planning committee is actively working to create another meaningful and engaging event. Join us for the OPCLeadLearn Conference: Building Connections to meet colleagues from across Ontario at the Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel. Check back soon for registration details and more information. 

Quote to Ponder

“Values shape our decisions; let them guide our journey.” – Principal Laura Martinez, Burning for Success

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Queen’s Park Update

There were questions in the House last week about opposition to Bill 33, impacts of Bill 33 on the postsecondary sector, waiting list for autism services and plans for the Near North DSB.