Ontario College Staff End 5-Week Strike With New Contract
After 37 days on picket lines, 20,000 Ontario college support workers ratify transformative new contract featuring unprecedented wage increases and job security protections.
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Alberta's New Student Screening Tests Spark Outcry
University of Alberta professor warns mandatory screening tests are creating unnecessary stress for young students while raising concerns about data collection and educational effectiveness.
NS School Enrollment Stabilizes, Halifax & CSAP Grow
New data reveals Nova Scotia's public school enrollment has stabilized province-wide, but Halifax Regional Centre for Education and the francophone board continue to see significant student population increases, highlighting shifting demographic trends.
Manitoba NDP Supports Universal Student Screening Bill
Manitoba's NDP government throws support behind Liberal legislation mandating universal screening for reading skills in Canadian students, marking significant education policy shift.
Barrie Approves Land Swap for New Banting High School
Barrie City Council approves groundbreaking land exchange agreement with Simcoe County District School Board, paving the way for state-of-the-art Banting Memorial High School facility with enhanced community amenities.
Northern Ontario school board vows reforms after critical report
A troubled northern Ontario school board faces mounting pressure as it pledges sweeping reforms following a devastating third-party review that exposed systemic dysfunction and governance failures.
Saskatchewan invests $250M in post-secondary education
The Saskatchewan government announces landmark $250 million investment in universities and colleges, securing stable funding through 2029 and addressing inflation pressures.
Alberta mandates early reading and math assessments for K-3
Alberta's government proposes sweeping changes to the Education Act requiring mandatory reading and math assessments for all students in kindergarten through Grade 3 to identify learning gaps early.
Alberta Mandates Early Reading & Math Assessments
Alberta introduces mandatory literacy and numeracy assessments for K-3 students, aiming to identify learning gaps early and provide targeted support.
Canada's Best Public Service Workplaces 2025
Discover which Canadian public service organizations are leading the way in employee satisfaction, innovation, and workplace excellence in the 2025 rankings.
Canada's Top Public Service Workplaces 2025 Revealed
Discover the groundbreaking federal departments and agencies recognized as Canada's best public service workplaces in 2025, setting new standards for employee satisfaction and innovation.
Alberta tackles classroom sizes with new education task force
The Alberta government launches a comprehensive task force to address growing concerns about classroom sizes and teacher responsibilities across the province's education system.
Religious Influence in Ontario Public Schools Examined
Examining the growing concerns about religious influence in Ontario's public education system and its impact on curriculum, student activities, and community values.
Alberta's Sustainable University Reform Plan
Discover how Alberta's expert panel is revolutionizing university funding and operations to create sustainable, high-quality higher education for future generations.
New EPSB Board Gives Teachers Emotional Welcome Back
The newly appointed Edmonton Public School Board ushered in the school year with a heartfelt welcome to teachers, emphasizing support and collaboration in post-pandemic education.
UBC's Monster Course: Exploring Cinema's Terrifying Creatures
Discover how UBC's groundbreaking course examines what makes cinematic monsters so compelling and what they reveal about our deepest fears and societal anxieties.
Pope Makes Cardinal Newman Church Doctor, Backs Catholic Ed
In a historic move, Pope Francis declares Cardinal John Henry Newman a Doctor of the Church while emphasizing the critical importance of Catholic education in today's world.
Port Elgin Pool Closes, Building Sold to School Board
The Port Elgin pool building, a community landmark for decades, has been sold to the Bluewater District School Board for educational repurposing, marking the end of an era for local swimmers.
Alberta invokes notwithstanding clause in teacher dispute
The Alberta government uses constitutional powers to impose teacher salary increases while simultaneously approving raises and benefits for political staff. Critics call it a troubling double standard.
Alberta cancels January diploma exams and provincial tests
Alberta Education makes major testing changes, cancelling all January diploma exams and provincial achievement tests due to COVID-19 disruptions affecting student learning.
Edmonton School Activities: Drama & Sports Face Changes
Edmonton's extracurricular landscape is transforming as schools grapple with funding challenges and shifting priorities. Discover how drama clubs, sports teams, and student activities are adapting in today's educational environment.
Quebec Med Students Vote to Strike Over Health Law
Thousands of future doctors across four Quebec universities are taking a stand against Bill 31, voting overwhelmingly for strike action in a dramatic escalation of their protest against the province's healthcare reforms.
Moe Supports Alberta's Teacher Back-to-Work Order
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe voices strong support for Alberta's decision to mandate teachers back to classrooms amid ongoing labour disputes, calling the move 'required' for student welfare.
Surrey parents track classroom disruptions in schools
Frustrated Surrey parents launch groundbreaking classroom disruption tracker, revealing shocking patterns of learning interruptions and student removals across local schools.
Teachers' Strike: Why Section 33 Was Justified
An in-depth analysis reveals why the Canadian teachers' strike was inherently political and how Section 33 became necessary for resolving the education crisis.
Alberta Students Walk Out to Support Teachers in Contract Fight
Hundreds of Alberta students walked out of classrooms to support their teachers during contract negotiations, gathering at the legislature in a powerful show of solidarity for educators demanding better working conditions.
Alberta UCP reverses course on class size reporting
The UCP government makes a significant policy reversal, committing to restart transparent reporting of class sizes across Alberta schools after years of data blackout.
Alberta students rally for teachers, protest disability program
Edmonton students joined forces with protesters demanding better support for teachers and condemning Alberta's Disability Assistance Program (ADAP) in a powerful demonstration at the Legislature grounds.
Calgary students walk out supporting teachers in contract dispute
Hundreds of Calgary students walked out of classrooms in a powerful show of support for their teachers as contract negotiations between the Alberta Teachers' Association and the provincial government remain stalled.
Alberta students walk out supporting teachers' strike
Thousands of Alberta students left classrooms in coordinated walkouts to support teachers' labour dispute, creating one of the largest student-led protests in recent provincial history.
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