Public elementary teachers in Niagara and across the province are a step closer to a strike.
The government and the Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario sat down with a conciliator yesterday.
The union is asking for a "no board report" which can take a few days to go through.
If issued, the union would be in legal strike position after 17 days.
Both sides will continue talks next week.
The EFTO voted 98 per cent in favour of strike action last week.
Meanwhile, local public high school teachers will hold a strike vote on November 12th and 13th.

Province Investing Against Invasive Species
Niagara Driver Charged with Drug Impairment
Welland Man Arrested for Child Porn
28 More Doctors Hired in Niagara
Killed Police Officers Honoured by NRP
Niagara Wineries Shuttle Service Possible
Canal Days Vendors Warned of Scams
Niagara Falls Exploring Hub to Help Homeless