BCTF celebrating news Supreme Court will hear class size, composition appeal

The Supreme Court of Canada has ruled that it will hear an appeal from the B.C. Teachers’ Federation.

Mike Ball with the Nanaimo District Teachers Association says they want a reversal of the province’s decision to strip teachers of their bargaining rights around class size and composition.

Meanwhile, the province has released a statement saying they are confident in their legal position, but appreciate the democratic process.