Schools in the Bluewater District School Board will remain open on Friday, Nov. 4.
In a letter sent out on Nov. 2, Director of Education Lori Wilder notified parents, students and the public that the schools will be open on Nov. 4 whether there is a CUPE strike or not.
“CUPE has provided notice of their intention to withdraw their services on Friday, Nov. 4, 2022. At this time, we are not certain if a withdrawal of services will take place. Regardless, our schools will remain open to students and staff on Friday, Nov. 4,” said Wilder. “Our CUPE staff provide essential services in our local schools and board facilities. We will be closely monitoring the impact to daily operations as this situation evolves and making decisions accordingly.”
Parents have been encouraged to pack litter-less lunches and snacks for their children on Friday. In the event of a strike, extra-curricular activities will be cancelled. In addition, rental permits for community events in schools would also be cancelled.
“We value the important work performed by our CUPE members and are hopeful that a collective agreement can be reached soon,” said Wilder.
Updates about the situation can be found on the board’s website here.
Simcoe County District School Board and Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board have both announced their schools will be closed on Friday for in-person learning.
