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From Lawn Bowling to Period Costumes: Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake | Oct 18, 2025

From Lawn Bowling to Period Costumes: Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake | Oct 18, 2025

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Celebrate the final weekend of the Ontario Heritage Trust’s Doors Open Ontario 2025 season in Whitby! On Saturday, October 18, explore 11 historic and cultural sites—from the iconic Trafalgar Castle School to hidden gems like Burr Lodge and the new Whitby Visitors Centre. Discover heritage by the lake through tours, exhibits, and family-friendly activities.

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From Camp X to Trafalgar Castle School: Discover Whitby’s Heritage | Doors Open 2025

From Camp X to Trafalgar Castle School: Discover Whitby’s Heritage | Doors Open 2025

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Step into Whitby’s rich history during Doors Open Whitby 2025! After a six-year hiatus, this beloved event returns on October 18 with a lineup of 12 heritage sites, from Camp X and Trafalgar Castle School to Burr Lodge and the Station Gallery. Families, educators, and history enthusiasts can explore architecture, art, and community stories that bring Whitby’s past and present to life.

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Curriculum Night Guide: Everything Parents Need to Know (and Why You Shouldn’t Miss It!)

Curriculum Night Guide: Everything Parents Need to Know (and Why You Shouldn’t Miss It!)

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Curriculum Night is more than just a school event — it’s your first chance to meet teachers, see the classroom, and learn what’s ahead this year. Here’s why parents shouldn’t miss it.

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How Poetry Supports Youth Mental Health: Student Author Charlotte Collins and

How Poetry Supports Youth Mental Health: Student Author Charlotte Collins and "The Art of Moving On"

Posted in Featured, Hooked On Books, Local, Tips & Advice

Poetry can be a powerful outlet for self-expression and healing, especially for young people navigating the challenges of growing up. In her debut collection "The Art of Moving On", Toronto student author Charlotte Collins transforms her experiences with depression, bullying, and grief into poems that illuminate resilience, identity, and hope.

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Costco Connection: Control the Clock with Back-to-School Tips from Teachers on Call’s Joanne Sallay

Costco Connection: Control the Clock with Back-to-School Tips from Teachers on Call’s Joanne Sallay

By Joanne Sallay

Posted in Community, Educational Technology, Featured, Local, Parent Education Resources, Tips & Advice

In the August 2025 Costco Connection, Teachers on Call CEO Joanne Sallay shares practical back-to-school tips to help students build time management and executive functioning skills for success in school and life.

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Roaring Into Resilience: How Katy Perry’s 2025 Tour Creates Teachable Moments in Music, Mental Health, and Student Learning

Roaring Into Resilience: How Katy Perry’s 2025 Tour Creates Teachable Moments in Music, Mental Health, and Student Learning

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Katy Perry’s 2025 Lifetimes Tour is more than a pop spectacle—it’s a celebration of resilience, creativity, and connection. From emotional well-being to geography and reading, discover how families can turn this summer’s music buzz into inspiring teachable moments with help from Teachers on Call.

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Teachers on Call in the Toronto Star: What Ontario Report Cards Really Mean and How Parents Can Use Them for Summer Success

Teachers on Call in the Toronto Star: What Ontario Report Cards Really Mean and How Parents Can Use Them for Summer Success

Posted in Featured, Local, Parent Education Resources, Tips & Advice

What do Ontario report cards really mean—and how can parents use them to help kids thrive over the summer? Teachers on Call President & CEO Joanne Sallay shares expert advice in the Toronto Star on decoding report cards and turning them into a powerful tool for summer learning success. From understanding learning skills to setting personalized goals, this guide empowers families to take action now and start September strong.

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2025 Forest of Reading Winners Announced: Canadian Students Choose Their Favourite Books

2025 Forest of Reading Winners Announced: Canadian Students Choose Their Favourite Books

Posted in English Tutoring, Featured, Hooked On Books, Local, Tips & Advice

From May 13–15, 2025, the Forest of Reading Festival lit up Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre with thousands of students, educators, and families celebrating Canadian books. Hosted by the Ontario Library Association, the event featured author meet-and-greets, free books, and student-voted awards. In this blog, Teachers on Call shares festival highlights, interviews, and the full list of 2025 winners.

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School’s Almost Out, But the Perks Continue for Educators with Indigo’s plumTeacher

School’s Almost Out, But the Perks Continue for Educators with Indigo’s plumTeacher

By Joanne Sallay

Posted in Community, English Tutoring, Featured, Local, Tips & Advice

Thanks to Indigo’s free plumTeacher program, teachers can enjoy exclusive perks like discounts, curated book lists, and community events—just in time for Teacher Appreciation Weekend from May 29 to June 2, 2025. In this special feature, Joanne Sallay, President & CEO of Teachers on Call, shares how educators can take advantage of the benefits and show appreciation for the heroes of the classroom.

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From Ripples to Waves: 25 Years of Volunteer Impact Through the Corsage Project

From Ripples to Waves: 25 Years of Volunteer Impact Through the Corsage Project

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In honour of National Volunteer Week 2025, Teachers on Call celebrates 25 years of impact through the Corsage Project—a volunteer-driven initiative that helps financially deserving students attend prom with pride. Discover the powerful ripple effects of giving back, how families can get involved, and why volunteerism is at the heart of everything we do.

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