Listen Live

79 percent of teachers’ mental health have worsened during pandemic: BCTF survey

A B.C. teachers union survey reveals just how much of a psychological toll COVID has taken on its members.

The BC Teachers’ Federation poll found that 79 percent of teachers say their mental health has worsened during the pandemic.

As well, roughly seven out of 10 of the respondents say that they haven’t received adequate information about COVID-19 exposures and the number of cases in their school and district.

On the other side of the ledger, the poll found that vaccination rates are very high among B.C.’s public school teachers.

Ninety-four percent of respondents say they are fully vaccinated, while just two percent reported that they have not gotten their shot yet.

Two percent did not answer the question and one percent said they are partially vaccinated and intend to get their second dose.

The rate of vaccination for teachers is higher than the general population in every region of the province, including the North and Interior, where teachers are significantly more likely to be vaccinated than the general population.

The survey also found that a potential COVID-19 vaccine mandate in public schools is broadly supported by a significant majority of teachers in B.C. 

Overall, 82 percent of teachers agreed that all adults working in BC schools should be vaccinated.

Another key finding about the pandemic’s impact on teachers was:

  • 27 percent report that the experience of the COVID-19 pandemic has made it more likely that they will leave teaching within the next two years.

The random sample survey of BCTF members took place from Sept. 22nd to Oct. 11th.

Continue Reading

cfcp Now playing play

- Advertisement -

Related Articles

- Advertisement -

Latest News

Small business group says B.C. regional districts need to reign in spending

A report from a small business advocacy group finds spending among regional districts in British Columbia is growing faster than key economic measures. 

Saratoga Speedway saluting the fans this weekend as end of racing season nears

With the 2025 racing season nearly in the rear-view mirror, Saratoga Speedway will say “thanks” to their fans at this weekend's event. 

Coquihalla Highway reopens after wildfire closure

Highway 5 between Hope and Merritt reopened early Friday afternoon after a closure due to an out-of-control wildfire.

B.C. tops list of least affordable provinces for renters

A report shows three British Columbia cities were among the top five least affordable for renters last year.

B.C. follows national trend of rising unemployment in August, losing 16,000 jobs

British Columbia lost close to 16,000 jobs in August, its second monthly decrease in a row. 
- Advertisement -