Greater Victoria Teachers' Association

The GVTA acknowledges and gives thanks that we live and thrive on the traditional territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən People, also known as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations. lək̓ʷəŋən means ‘the place to smoke herring’ and as we continue to learn about the rich history and remarkable stewardship of these Nations, we strive to walk and live respectfully on the land, while helping to reshape an equitable future. We do this by recognizing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and the document of DRIPA. We do this by listening, creating safe spaces for learning and by educating ourselves. We do this by teaching Canada’s true history and we do this by turning Reconciliation into ReconciliACTION, especially in regards to the ‘Education’ Calls to Action. We do this through love and respect, gratitude and humility. We raise our hands and give thanks to the lək̓ʷəŋən People for their generosity, wisdom, respect, resilience, knowledge and teachings.

As part of our endorsement process for the 2026 School Board election, we're inviting candidates to sit down with a panel of teachers for an approximately 30 minute interview. The interview is an opportunity for us to get to know you, learn about your priorities, and discuss the issues that matter the most to educators in Greater Victoria. Questions will include professional and volunteer experience, the role of school trustees as it relates to advocacy, governance, and operations, as well as policy questions related to workplace health and safety, student success and classroom supports, equity and inclusion, extracurriculars, and more.

Interviews can be scheduled on September 3rd, 8th, 9th, and 10th. Please email electioncontact@gvta.net to set up an interview time with the Political Action Committee. Following ratification by the GVTA Executive and general membership, prospective candidates who apply for endorsement will be informed of the outcome on the evening of September 17th.

We also strongly encourage candidates to seek out the endorsement of the Victoria Labour Council, the application deadline for which is August 11th. More info can be found here: https://victorialabour.ca/2026-municipal-endorsements/

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