Red Deer Polytechnic launches new financial bursary for students
Red Deer Polytechnic introduces a new bursary aimed at breaking down financial barriers for students. Learn about this initiative and its impact on accessibility to education.
Category : Education
Quebec schools launch mandatory civility policy for students
Quebec has implemented a mandatory civility policy requiring students to use formal terms of respect when addressing teachers. The move sparks debate on its effectiveness and implementation.
Why Canadian Jews shun 'Zionist' label: U of T study
A new University of Toronto study reveals why many Canadian Jews, while supporting Israel, now reject the 'Zionist' identity due to fear and negative connotations. Read the full analysis.
Quebec's new school civility policy misses the mark, union says
Quebec's government reintroduces formal politeness rules in schools, but the teachers' union president argues the policy ignores educators' expertise. Learn why it's facing criticism.
Quebec teachers say new school civility policy misses mark
Quebec's reintroduction of formal politeness rules in schools faces criticism from educators who argue it fails to address root causes of student behaviour. Learn why teachers say the policy misses the mark.
WRPS investigates suspicious person at Cambridge school
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating after reports of a suspicious person allegedly recording on Cambridge school property. Authorities urge vigilance.
Saskatoon school sends students home early after winter break
A Saskatoon school complex sent students home early on their first day back after the winter holiday, prompting questions from the NDP. Get the full story on the unexpected closure.
U of Winnipeg Launches Indigenous Language Program
The University of Winnipeg welcomes its first cohort to the new Anishinaabemowin Language Program, a landmark initiative for Indigenous language revitalization in Manitoba. Learn more about this historic step.
Nova Scotia Families Face Critical Daycare Shortage
Many Nova Scotia families are in crisis as they struggle to find available daycare spaces. The Portland Daycare Centre in Dartmouth highlights a province-wide accessibility issue. Learn about the ongoing challenge.
Supreme Court's Pro-Rich Bias Widens, Hits 47% Gap
New economic research confirms Justice Jackson's warning of a Supreme Court bias toward the wealthy. A 70-year study reveals a 47-point partisan gap in rulings for the rich. Explore the data and its implications for justice in Canada and beyond.
Midwestern Ontario Schools Extend Holiday Break
Some students in midwestern Ontario get an extended holiday break as schools remain closed due to severe winter weather conditions. Get the latest details.
Finland Teaches Media Literacy to 3-Year-Olds
Finland begins media literacy education in preschool to protect children from disinformation and Russian propaganda. Learn how this proactive model works and its implications for digital resilience.
Dalhousie Prof in Team Finding Ancient Galaxy Cluster
A Dalhousie University professor contributed to a landmark discovery of a galaxy cluster with hot gas, observed a mere 1.4 billion years after the Big Bang. Learn about this cosmic breakthrough.
Finland starts fake news battle in preschool classrooms
Finland is tackling misinformation by teaching media literacy to children as young as preschoolers. Could Canada adopt a similar proactive educational strategy?
Quebec schools mandate formal 'vous' address for students
Quebec students returning to class must now use the formal 'vous' when addressing staff under a new provincial code of conduct. Learn about the policy shift and its implications.
Minnesota child care centers in viral video fraud probe operating normally
Minnesota investigators report child care centres accused of fraud in a viral video are currently operating. Discover the details of the investigation and what steps authorities are taking next.
Student gets discharge for $800 butter theft in Kitchener
A 25-year-old international student from India received a conditional discharge for stealing butter and ghee worth $800 from Kitchener grocery stores to support drug use. Read the full court details.
Ex-IDF Spokesperson Tours Canada to Counter Oct. 7 Denial
Former IDF soldier Alon Penzel launches a Canadian speaking tour to combat denial of Hamas's October 7 atrocities. His global efforts have faced protests and threats.
Teacher's Secret on Spice Trade Helps Failing Student Learn
A personal essay reveals how a teacher's unconventional lesson on the real motives behind the Spice Trade unlocked a 14-year-old's academic potential. Discover the stark differences between 1930s and modern Canadian education.
Teacher's Spice Trade Secret Transforms Failing Student
Brian Doyle recounts how a teacher's unconventional lesson on the Spice Trade's real motives helped him understand history and escape a path to dropping out. Discover the power of relatable education.
No Injuries in St. Paul University Residence Fire
Ottawa firefighters swiftly contained a bathroom fire at a St. Paul University student residence on Jan. 2, 2026. No injuries were reported. Read the full details on the first fire call of the year.
Winnipeg May Enforce 1-Minute School Drop-Off Limit
A Winnipeg city councillor proposes a strict one-minute time limit for school drop-offs to combat traffic congestion and safety issues. Learn about the potential new rule and its implications for parents.
Alberta minister on teachers' strike, notwithstanding clause
Alberta's Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides reflects on the historic 2025 teachers' strike, the use of the notwithstanding clause, and his pledge to rebuild trust with educators. Read the full interview.
Alberta Parents Advocate for School Diabetes Care Standards
Alberta parents are leading a grassroots initiative to establish a mandatory, consistent standard of care for students with Type 1 diabetes in schools, addressing a critical gap in provincial support.
Montreal daycare union members approve new deal
Unionized early childhood educators in Montreal have approved an agreement in principle, securing a new collective agreement. Learn the details and what it means for childcare in the city.
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.
Montreal University Warns Staff, Students on U.S. Travel
Université de Montréal has issued new guidelines warning its community about travel to the United States, citing reports of detentions and entry denials. Learn about the advisory details.
Montreal colleges dispute government investigation findings
Colleges in Montreal are formally disputing the results of a government investigation. Get the latest details on the dispute and its implications for the institutions involved.
Quebec school staff face rising violence, unions warn
Unions report a disturbing increase in violence against Quebec school support staff, leading some to quit. Learn about the growing crisis in education.
Top 10 Overused Words Banned for 2025 by LSSU
Lake Superior State University's 50th annual Banished Words List targets '6-7' and 'cooked' as overused slang. Discover the full top 10 and why these terms annoy people.
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