Benefits

Benefits

As a member of the WTA you are entitled to certain benefits. For a $175/year membership fee (2023/24), the Winnipeg Teachers’ Association (WTA):

  • Participates in the provincial bargaining protocol on behalf of its approximately 4,000 members;
  • Manages workplace safety and health issues;
  • Monitors a benefits plan for health and dental with Manitoba Public Schools Employees Trust;
  • Hosts social events, including retirement receptions;
  • Distributes funds from a wellness grant; and
  • Provides scholarships and distinguished service awards.

WTA members also are members of the Manitoba Teachers’ Society (MTS), which represents all public school teachers in Manitoba. MTS members pay their membership fee of $1123 (2023/24) in addition to the local WTA fee.

For this annual membership fee, MTS: