During the 2024/25 school year, provincial government funding only covered 75.8% of what BC school districts actually spent to provide inclusive education. See the BCTF Research Infographic below for m...
Jan 20, 2026 | News and Stories
In Spring 2025, BCTF Research held focus groups with teachers from across the province to discuss literacy in BC schools. A diverse group of teachers, who are committed and passionate about seeing th...
Oct 30, 2025 | News and Stories
“How do we stay?” This question is a reflection of current realities for many queer and trans teachers in British Columbia, as well as a call to action for the union. Over the past few years, there has...
May 22, 2025 | News and Stories
(Updated October 23, 2026) With an upcoming BC election, two of the province’s largest unions are calling on political parties to make their positions on the notwithstanding clause clear before electio...
Oct 9, 2026 | News and Stories
BCTF Research has prepared two research notes on BC education funding examining provincial trends and comparing BC to Canadian and international jurisdictions. The first research note, "Recent Trends ...
Feb 25, 2026 | News and Stories
As the use of artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more common in schools, teachers are calling for a thoughtful, cautious approach that keeps student safety at the centre of decision-making. Results...
Aug 21, 2026 | News and Stories
Artificial intelligence (AI) is shifting the goalposts of teaching and learning in ways that are at once compelling and concerning. As teachers experiment with AI in lesson planning, instruction, asse...
May 26, 2026 | News and Stories
Casual Administrative Support Casual On-call $28.61-$36.26 per hour (currently under review) Who We Are The British Columbia Teachers' Federation (BCTF), located on the unceded ancestral territories of...
Oct 22, 2026 | News and Stories
GenNEXT
Leadership Lab will support equity-deserving members to build their
leadership skills, grow their confidence, and develop the relationships
and tools needed to step into leadership r...
Oct 22, 2026 | News and Stories
What is the Classroom Enhancement Fund (CEF)? The CEF is a type of supplemental operating grant BC school districts receive. It is also referred to as a special purpose fund (SPF). According to the M...
Oct 20, 2026 | News and Stories
This virtual seminar is intended to help members learn about how their pension plan works, factors to consider when planning for retirement, and their pension options. Topics will include:• how pension...
Mar 4, 2027 | Events
This virtual seminar is intended to help members learn about how their pension plan works, factors to consider when planning for retirement, and their pension options. Topics will include:• how pension...
Jan 21, 2027 | Events