TDSB Parents eager to help with their children’s education and play an active role in TDSB PIAC are invited to participate in the PIAC Elections conducted online via ElectionBuddy. Election Eligibility All nominees, and voters shall be Toronto District School Board parents/guardians, as defined by Ontario Regulations 612/00 and 330/10, and meet one of the […]
MOTION PASSED BY RECORDED VOTE (UNANIMOUS)- 21 OCT 2025 – Recommendation to seat Ward 15 PIAC Co-Reps elected in contravention to bylaws adopted May 2025
The recommendation proposed to seat the two new co-reps elected in Ward 15, even though the Parent/Caregiver Community Engagement Office did not follow the requisite steps. The movers, who are the co-leads of the Membership Working Group, assert that the election was undertaken in good faith and was by all accounts fair and equitable. The […]
MOTION PASSED BY CONSENSUS 21 OCT 2025 – CM.25.10.16 Recommendation for System-Wide Distribution of School Councils Matter Parent/Caregiver Guide
This motion recommends the distribution of a specific document entitled “School Council’s Matter – Parent/Caregiver Guide” to parents and caregiver contacts system-wide via School Messenger as a standalone communication. It is recommended that this be distributed in this format (rather than as a link within TDSB Connects) to ensure that intended recipients receive the communication […]
MOTION PASSED BY CONSENSUS – 21 OCT 2025 – Student Exit Data Collection Initiative
According to a 2024 report by the Auditor General of Ontario, between the 2017/18 and 2022/23 school years, TDSB enrollment declined by 4%—from 251,057 to 240,178 students. This represents a net loss of 10,879 students. At a per-student funding level of $14,101, this equates to a potential annual revenue loss of approximately $153.4 million. Several […]
MOTION PASSED BY CONSENSUS 21 October 2025 – CSCM.14.10.25 Recommendations Relating to Policy 100: Central Lottery Admissions
This motion is made to the TDSB Director, Supervisor, and Minister of Education to broadly re-commit the TDSB policy review process to prioritize the use of an open consultation process informed by transparent, data-driven metrics, and to further consider educational best practices to achieve greater equity and accessibility in special interest programs. Accordingly, we further […]
DON’T MISS: October 28th Parents as Partners Conference at West Humber CI – A TDSB open house!!
We are thrilled to bring back the Parents and as Partners Conference – a free, in-person event for all TDSB parents, guardians, and caregivers. This year, we’re pleased to be making it even easier to join by hosting two conferences – one in the East and one in the West. Choose the location that works best […]
Contact the TDSB ministry Supervisor
While the board is under government supervision, our elected trustees are not able to support parents. If you need the kind of help you would expect from your trustee, or if you want to send a message to the supervisor, they can be reached at rohit.gupta@tdsb.on.ca
Trustee Communications
On the last day of school, the Minister of Education put four Ontario school boards under ministry supervision, including the TDSB. Rohit Gupta has been appointed as the TDSB supervisor (more information is available here.) TDSB Trustees are now stripped of their powers and suspended from making financial decisions. They are unable to access their […]
PIAC POST June 2025 Newsletter
PIAC POST is your source for current information on Parent Engagement.
Advocating for Education Funding
On behalf of TDSB parents & caregivers, PIAC submitted a letter to the Ministry of Education asking them to consult with Ontario PICs (Parent Involvement Committees) about the current education funding formula. PIAC requested immediate action that includes: PIAC also recommended to the TDSB Board of Trustees to hold a NO CUTS position on their […]
PIAC POST March 2025 Newsletter
PIAC POST is your source for current information on Parent Engagement.
PIAC Annual Ready. Set. Engage. Parent Conference
School Councils & Principals: Stronger Together This event brings together School Councils & Principals to collaborate towards enhanced Council relationships for strong & effective Leadership Teams. Details on our Conference page.
PIAC POST February 2025 Newsletter
PIAC POST is your source for current information on Parent Engagement.
PIAC submission to Ontario Budget Consultation
On behalf of TDSB parents & caregivers, PIAC submitted feedback to the Ontario Budget Consultation on prioritizing education funding in their 2025-26 provincial budget. In particular, PIAC supports the TDSB Board of Trustees’ budget response and stresses the need for Mental Health supports to increase Professional Support Services staff to support students. Read our letter […]
PIAC POST January 2025 Newsletter
PIAC POST is your source for current information on Parent Engagement.
PIAC POST December 2024 Newsletter
PIAC POST is your source for current information on Parent Engagement.