Argyle Pipers Advance to B.C. Girls Basketball Semifinals
The top-seeded Argyle Pipers narrowly defeated Okanagan Mission 73-71 to reach the Quad A girls basketball provincial semifinals, setting up a clash with Semiahmoo Thunderbirds.
Category : Education
U of T Dentistry Dean Steps Down Over Antisemitic Cartoons
The dean of the University of Toronto's dentistry school has stepped aside after using antisemitic cartoons in a student lecture, sparking an investigation and highlighting campus tensions.
Peel Police Seize 10th Gun in 2026 at Mississauga School
Peel Regional Police have seized their tenth firearm in 2026 after arresting two youths with a loaded handgun at a Mississauga community center housing a school, library, and pool.
Researchers Probe Unmarked Graves of Black Children
American researchers are examining unmarked graves of dozens of Black children, calling the site a 'crime scene' in a disturbing historical investigation.
Ottawa Declares 'Community Hazard Zones' for School Bus Service
The Ottawa Student Transportation Authority designates community hazard zones near shelters and addiction centers, extending bus service to 60 students at five downtown elementary schools due to safety concerns.
Vancouver Approves Taller Olympic Village School
Vancouver city council unanimously approved increasing the Olympic Village elementary school height to accommodate 630 students, addressing long-standing community demands.
Murdered Caltech Astrophysicist Was UCalgary Graduate
Carl Grillmair, a Caltech astrophysicist murdered in the Mojave desert, was a University of Calgary graduate whose father pioneered heli skiing in the Rockies. He had one final lunar experiment planned.
UBC Opens Gateway Health Building for Nursing and Student Services
The University of British Columbia has launched the Gateway Health building, integrating its nursing program and student services into a single facility to enhance educational and support resources.
Calgary Students Enjoy Exclusive Performance by Reuben and the Dark
Students at St. Monica School in Calgary enjoyed an exclusive performance and workshop featuring Reuben and the Dark alongside the Bullhorn Singers, a traditional powwow group from the Kainai Nation.
College and Navy Base Partner to Support Veterans and Families
St. Clair College and HMCS Hunter have signed a new partnership agreement aimed at providing enhanced support services for military veterans and their families in the Windsor region.
Halifax Students May Lose Free Bus Passes After Funding Cut
The Nova Scotia government has ended support for a pilot project providing free transit passes to students, potentially impacting accessibility and education in Halifax.
Quebec Educator to Lose Job Over Hijab Under Bill 94
A Montreal daycare educator is set to lose her position after refusing to remove her hijab, citing Quebec's Bill 94 ban on overt religious symbols in public institutions.
Alberta 2026 Budget Raises Education Tax for Calgary
Calgary homeowners face a significant education tax increase in Alberta's 2026 budget due to rising property values, with the city contributing over one-third of provincial school tax revenues.
Alberta Budget 2026: Education Funding Up, Property Taxes Rise
Alberta's 2026 budget allocates $10.8 billion for education, a 7.2% increase, with $3.3 billion for school projects and a hike in education property taxes, amid a $9.4 billion deficit.
Calgary School Board Abuse Settlement Gets Court Approval
A $16-million settlement between the Calgary Board of Education and 55 students allegedly abused by two teachers has received final court approval, ending a five-year legal journey.
Saskatoon Teen Set on Fire at School: Victims Detail Horror
A horrific attack at Evan Hardy Collegiate in Saskatoon, where a teenager was doused in gasoline and set on fire, has left victims describing permanent trauma. The incident underscores urgent school safety concerns.
Algonquin College Delays Decision on 30+ Program Cuts to March 2
Algonquin College's board of governors will now decide on cutting over 30 programs, including journalism and financial services, at a virtual meeting on March 2, following a postponement due to new provincial funding information.
Quebec Probes IDF Soldier Talks at Montreal Jewish Schools
Education Minister Sonia LeBel is investigating reports that Herzliah and Bialik high schools invited Israeli Defense Forces soldiers to speak to students, raising concerns about political neutrality and public funding compliance.
1975 St. Pius X Shooting: Response to Chris Cobb's Article
A former student responds to Chris Cobb's characterization of the principal's decision to reopen St. Pius X school after the 1975 shooting, arguing it was based on consensus and prescient thinking.
TMU Student Describes Milk Attack on Jewish Group
A Toronto Metropolitan University student recounts an assault where a masked individual threw expired milk at a Jewish and Israeli student event, with police investigating it as a hate crime.
Students Return to Class After Tumbler Ridge Shooting
Students at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia are gradually returning to their classrooms following a devastating mass shooting incident that occurred earlier this month.
U of S Agriculture Students Launch TeleMiracle Bed Push
Students from the University of Saskatchewan Agriculture Students Association have started their bi-annual bed push fundraiser for TeleMiracle, embarking on a journey from Regina to Saskatoon to support the charitable telethon.
Quebec Probes Israeli Soldiers Speaking in Montreal Schools
Quebec's Education Minister Sonia Lebel has launched an investigation into reports that Israeli soldiers gave presentations in Montreal schools, sparking debate over educational content and neutrality.
Ontario Reveals New Waterfront Science Centre Design
The Ontario government has revealed the architectural design for a new Science Centre at Toronto's waterfront, with construction potentially starting within three years, marking a major cultural and educational investment.
Ontario Awards $1.04B Contract for New Science Centre
The Ontario government has awarded a $1.04 billion contract to build a new Science Centre on the Ontario Place site, with construction expected to create over 1,000 jobs and be completed by 2029.
Caesars Windsor Gives $30K to UHC for Protein Food
Caesars Windsor Cares has contributed a $30,000 donation to the UHC - Hub of Opportunities to fund high-protein food initiatives, supporting community health and nutrition in Windsor.
STEM Futures Day Inspires Colorado Middle Schoolers
A collaborative STEM event at Homestake Peak School brought healthcare professionals into classrooms, offering hands-on learning experiences to ignite interest in science and medical careers among eighth-grade students.
N.B. Premier Pledges St. Thomas University Will Remain Open
The president of St. Thomas University confirms Premier Blaine Higgs has promised the institution will not face merger or closure, ensuring its future stability amid broader educational discussions.
Calgary School Bans Student's Explicit Poem Performance
A Calgary Catholic high school has prohibited a Grade 12 student from reciting an explicit poem about online harassment in a national competition, sparking debate over censorship and artistic expression.
UCalgary Medical Student Receives Posthumous Degree After Cancer Death
Iqra Rahamatullah, a University of Calgary medical student, will be awarded a posthumous medical degree after succumbing to aggressive cancer on February 5, 2026.
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