"Lisa Black-Meddings is one of the most supportive individuals I have ever worked with in District 12. Whether or not it is simply advice, clarification on an issue, or something more serious as supporting staff members' issues with administrators,  Lisa is always there and will take the necessary time out of her schedule to help out. In the past two years that I have worked with Lisa as a branch president, I have learned much from her."

Michael Altwerger and I have had the opportunity to work closely with Lisa for the past four years and in that time we have come to know the way Lisa works with the branch executives and members, and we can say with confidence that Lisa is by far the most dedicated, knowledgeable, hardworking and effective advocate for members with whom we have worked. Lisa has helped Michael and I to become much more effective ourselves in becoming effective advocates at the branch level, both in dealing with teachers and in dealing effectively with administrators.

Additionally, Lisa has worked extremely effectively as Chief Negotiator for District 12 in VERY difficult times, advocating for fair and equitable contracts with both the province and an extremely intransigent TDSB.  It is with a great degree of confidence that we highly endorse Lisa Black-Meddings for Executive Officer.

 Michael Altwerger and Jamie Cheslo, Branch Presidents, Earl Haig Secondary School

"I support Lisa Black-Meddings' candidacy as an Executive Officer. Lisa has knowledge from both provincial and local levels. Her skills are at the forefront when protecting teachers against principals. TDSB teachers need her experience as Chief Negotiator to deal with the mega board bureaucracy."

Josie Galati, Branch President, Stephen Leacock CI

“Lisa has been an amazing Executive Officer.  She has an incredible wealth of knowledge and I trust her to stand up for my members.  She is fierce when required and diplomatic as needed.  Her dedication to her job is exemplary.”

Joanne Coniam, Branch President, L'Amoreaux CI

"I am pleased to endorse Lisa Black-Meddings and her candidacy for Executive Officer. She has proven her abilities as a leader, particularly in the area of collective bargaining, and has been a great support for me as Branch President and a personal inspiration for me as a union activist."

Lauren Simmons, Branch President and Teacher, Librarian, Leaside High School

"Lisa has a deep understanding of our collective agreement. She insists that it be followed and she doesn't stop until it is followed. She is a true advocate for teachers."

Tara Prieur, Branch President, Emery Edvance

"I'm definitely voting for Lisa! I think she is a dedicated and knowledgeable candidate - and we'll need her experience, strength and wisdom during the upcoming round of bargaining."


Marika Viger, Teacher, Silverthorne CI


"Lisa is an excellent representative of the teaching profession at the union level. She truly understands the needs of teachers today, and for the future."


Diliana Pazin, Teacher, Albert Campbell CI


I am voting for Lisa Black Meddings for Executive Officer because I have seen first hand her dedication to our union -- specifically us as its members. From speedy responses about benefits and staffing to working closely with her and others on our collective bargaining committee, Lisa is a huge asset to Toronto and to our members. 

Heather Byrnes, Teacher, Victoria Park SS


"I encourage the re-election of Lisa Black-Meddings as Chief Negotiator. Lisa is a long-time advocate for teachers and possesses a keen awareness of both the long-term and short-term needs of the union for balanced and sustainable development. She has pushed tirelessly to fight for the rights of our members. Lisa is a caring, committed and community-oriented individual. As Staff Workload Rep at my school I was impressed with Lisa's tutelage and availability whenever I needed advice. She enthusiastically listens to all sides of a debate and uses all available information to make a decision for the long-term welfare and health of District 12 employees. She can easily think outside of the box to find creative solutions to complex problems (a skill that is essential when dealing with stubborn ignorami at the negotiating table). Lisa is also tenacious and will not back down from a fight.  She is an aggressive negotiator, an excelsior orator, and was trained by some the finest leaders that the O.S.S.T.F.  Executive has ever known. Her years of experience in the bargaining process make her the ideal candidate in this complicated political time.  It is crucial that she is re-elected---to fight on our behalf."
Luke Avison B.A.A., B.Ed., Teacher