Welcome to ARM Council
ARM is 30 years young and going strong!
For three decades, Active Retired Members (ARM) have been engaged in a wide range of activities—sporting events, cultural gatherings, and long-standing political advocacy—working closely with Provincial OSSTF to support our shared goals. We will be marking ARM’s 30th Anniversary with a special event in May 2026.
On this site, you’ll find event listings, newsletters, and archived materials from active ARM chapters across Ontario. We encourage you to explore, participate, and stay connected.
With over 4,000 members across Ontario, ARM continues to grow. Join us and make the most of the opportunities available to retired OSSTF members.
If you have any questions or would like more information, feel free to contact me or reach out to the leaders of our active chapters.
Best wishes in Federation,
Iain Beaton
Chair, ARM Council
📧 chapter13and16@gmail.com
Welcome to OSSTF Active Retired Members (ARM)
The OSSTF Active Retired Members (ARM) was established in 1996 by the Annual Meeting of the Provincial Assembly (AMPA) of the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF). ARM was created to support retired OSSTF members while maintaining their connection to the Federation and to their colleagues.
For three decades, ARM has been an active and vital part of OSSTF—bringing retired members together through social, cultural, and educational activities, while continuing a strong tradition of political advocacy and support for public education. ARM will be marking its 30th Anniversary with a special event in May 2026.
Why ARM?
✔ Stay Connected – ARM ensures retired members remain linked to OSSTF through regular communications, newsletters, and updates at both the provincial and local chapter levels.
✔ Support OSSTF Members – When needed, ARM members lend their experience, institutional knowledge, and support to active OSSTF members and local districts.
✔ Maintain Colleague Networks – With local chapters aligned to OSSTF districts, ARM provides meaningful opportunities to stay connected with retired colleagues across Ontario.
✔ Comprehensive Health Coverage – In partnership with OSSTF, ARM developed a retiree health insurance plan designed to be equal to or better than any other retiree plan available, now incorporated into the RTIP benefits offered by OTIP.
ARM continues to be a vital part of OSSTF, ensuring that retirement does not mean losing touch with the profession, the people, or the collective strength and support that OSSTF provides.