Quebec education minister concerned about secularism report
Quebec's Education Minister Bernard Drainville expresses concern over a new report on secularism in schools. Get the details on the findings and the provincial response.
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3 Toronto driving schools have licences revoked in 2025
Three Toronto driving schools had their operating licences revoked this year for failing to meet provincial standards. Learn about the Ministry of Transportation's audit process and the broader context of licence revocations in Ontario.
Residential school survivor's Christmas joy after deprivation
Frances Ceen-ne Carlick, a survivor of B.C. residential schools, shares how a kind teacher and her cultural heritage helped her reclaim Christmas joy. Discover her powerful story of resilience.
Australia's Social Media Age Limit: A Call for Canada
Australia has begun enforcing a minimum age of 16 for social media accounts, shifting responsibility to platforms. Michael Burns argues Canada must adopt and expand this approach to protect children's mental health and focus in schools.
Sarnia Sting, Imperial bring breakfast to elementary schools
Sarnia Sting hockey players partnered with Imperial to deliver a free 'Breakfast of Champions' to local elementary school children, promoting community wellness and teamwork.
Home Prices Near Top GTA Schools: From $570K to $3.2M
New data reveals the wide range of home prices in GTA neighbourhoods with top-rated elementary schools. Find out where you can buy in for less and where the premium soars.
CAQ's Bill 9 secularism rules called 'satire' by reader
A reader's letter critiques Quebec's Bill 9, arguing the CAQ's secularism rules on cookies, carols, and kosher meals feel like parody, not policy. Read the analysis.
Toronto mid-rise rezoning pilot passes, schools spared
Toronto City Council approved a mid-rise rezoning pilot for two central wards but amended it to exclude school lands after resident advocacy. The 22-1 vote followed concerns about 'city of shadows.'
Denmark seeks ban on face veils in schools and universities
The Danish government announces plans to prohibit burqas and niqabs in schools and universities. Explore the details and implications of this proposed policy shift.
Quebec schools receive new snow hill safety guidelines
Quebec's education ministry has issued safety guidelines for schoolyard snow hills, emphasizing 'common sense' alongside new protocols. Learn about the updated winter safety measures.
Police Operation at Montreal South Shore Schools
A significant police operation is underway at schools on Montreal's South Shore. Authorities are on scene as the New Frontiers School Board community is advised. Details are developing.
Quebec Secularism Law Sparks Outrage Across Canada
A Calgary columnist expresses outrage over Quebec's secularism laws, arguing they target religious minorities. Explore the debate on religious symbols in public life.
Edmonton School Results Decline, Data Reliability Questioned
Edmonton Public Schools' latest report indicates declines in key areas like safety and support, but officials warn numerous caveats, from COVID-19 to job action, complicate the data. Read the full analysis.
Quebec's secularism attack on religious liberty
A controversial plan to remove religious exemptions from Canada's hate speech laws faces opposition, raising alarms about aggressive secularism in Quebec and its impact on national religious freedom.
Edmonton-area schools face respiratory illness outbreaks
Multiple schools near Edmonton are managing outbreaks of respiratory illness as influenza vaccination numbers fall behind. Health officials urge preventative measures.
Supreme Court sets March 23 for EMSB Bill 21 appeal
Canada's Supreme Court will hear the English Montreal School Board's challenge to Quebec's secularism law, Bill 21, on March 23. This follows a 2024 Quebec Court of Appeal decision. Read the latest.
Ontario announces $152M for new Ottawa high schools
Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra announces $152.4 million for two new Ottawa high schools in Barrhaven and Orléans, with construction potentially starting spring 2026. The province also plans to transfer underutilized schools to boards in need.
Supreme Court Quebec Secularism Law Hearings March 23
Canada's Supreme Court will begin hearings on Quebec's controversial secularism law, Bill 21, on March 23, 2026. The landmark case will examine the law's constitutionality and its impact on religious freedoms.
Ontario to Overhaul Education System After Poor Math Scores
Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra discusses a major overhaul of the province's education system following the release of disappointing EQAO math results. Share your thoughts.
School program aids families after BC cancels $20M fund
With a provincial affordability fund cancelled, Vancouver's Adopt-A-School campaign is a critical lifeline for families struggling with food and clothing, helping ensure children attend school daily.
Quebec's Secularism Laws Expand to Target More Public Workers
Columnist Toula Drimonis critiques the CAQ's expanding secularism legislation, arguing Bills 21, 94, and 9 represent a slide limiting fundamental freedoms and unfairly target minority faiths in Quebec.
$36M settlement approved in N.S. deaf schools class action
The Nova Scotia Supreme Court has approved a $36 million settlement for survivors of provincial deaf schools. The historic class action addresses decades of alleged neglect. Learn the details.
Ottawa Students Falling Behind in Math, EQAO Shows
New provincial assessment data reveals a significant number of Ottawa students are not meeting the math standard. Experts call for targeted support to reverse the trend.
St. Peter's wins 2025 Monsignor Clair Cup hockey title
St. Peter's Catholic Secondary School clinched victory in the 2025 Monsignor Clair Cup, a hockey tournament uniting Simcoe County's Catholic high schools in Barrie, Ontario.
St. Peter's Wins 2025 Monsignor Claire Cup in Barrie
St. Peter's Catholic Secondary School clinched victory in the 2025 Monsignor Claire Cup, a hockey tournament uniting Simcoe County's Catholic high schools in Barrie, Ontario.
Two arrested at UVic protest over OneBC event
Two people were arrested at the University of Victoria after clashes erupted between protesters and the OneBC group, which proceeded with an event banned by the university. Read the full story.
Police increase presence after threat to Nanaimo schools
Vancouver Police have heightened security around three schools in Nanaimo, B.C., following a serious threat. Authorities are investigating and assuring public safety. Read the latest details.
Quebec Proposes Ban on Public Prayer
Quebec tables new secularism law to ban prayer in public spaces, citing pro-Palestinian protests. Critics argue it infringes on religious freedom. Read the full story.
Villa Maria's New Director Faces Land Crisis
Christian Corno becomes Villa Maria School's new director general tasked with resolving bitter land dispute with Sisters of Notre Dame. Can he save the 171-year-old institution?
Quebec child-care workers protest religious symbols ban
Quebec child-care unions demand a moratorium on the expanded religious symbols ban, warning it targets Muslim women, worsens labour shortages, and harms inclusivity.
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