Covid-19 Information for Teachers

The situation with COVID-19 is continually evolving. The NSTU will provide information and advice to members as it becomes available. NSTU members who have concerns about COVID-19 should visit this page regularly for updates.

Covid-19 FAQ

This page provides an overview of key information related to school closures; outlines pay and leave arrangements; and guidance for permanent, term, and substitute teachers. The page also provides updates on professional development, conferences, extracurricular activities, access to school buildings, and cancelled events, along with directions for contacting Regional Office staff while closures are in effect.

Education Partner Communications

This section contains links to each Regional Centre for Education and the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development pages related to COVID-19.

NSTU Communications to Members

This section contains links to communcations from the NSTU that were sent to members during the COVID-19 shutdown and school reopening.

NSTU Media Engagements

This section contains links to some of the NSTU media engagements related to COVID-19.

Occupational Health & Safety

This section contains information related to the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Information for Substitute Teachers

This section contains information for substitute teachers related to the shutdown of schools in the Spring of 2020.

Information for Retired Teachers

This section contains information for retired teachers related to the shutdown of schools in the Spring of 2020.

Additional Information & Resources

This section contains links to various external agencies related to COVID-19 programs and services.

New Releases

This section contains news releases issued since April 20, 2021.