Ottawa School Board Extends French Immersion Phase-Out
The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board is extending its phase-out of the middle French immersion entry point. Learn about the new timeline and what it means for families.
Category : Education Policy
Anglo parents in French schools urged to get English certificates
Quebec's English school boards are campaigning for anglophone parents with children in French schools to obtain English eligibility certificates, crucial for future education options under Bill 96. Learn why and how.
N.S. Updates School Lunch Program with Reusable Container Pilot
Nova Scotia announces updates to its school lunch program and a new reusable container pilot project, aiming to improve nutrition and reduce waste. Learn about the changes and their impact.
OCDSB Redirects Funds to AC, Water Quality, PA Systems
Ottawa's largest school board reshapes its $87-million capital budget, prioritizing classroom air conditioning, water quality, and functional PA systems after direct feedback from parent councils.
Manitoba Grade 8 Scores Below National Average
A new report reveals Manitoba Grade 8 students scored 'significantly lower' than the national average in science, reading, and mathematics. Discover the details and implications for education.
Ex-Near North Trustee Petitions Ford Government for School Board Support
A former Near North District School Board trustee is petitioning the Ontario government to protect school boards. Bill Steer will send his appeal directly to Education Minister Paul Calandra and Premier Doug Ford.
Ottawa councillor urges Ontario to keep Regina Street School open
An Ottawa city councillor is calling on the Ontario government to reverse the planned closure of Regina Street Alternative School. Learn about the community's fight to save this vital educational resource.
Ottawa parents seek answers on school program cuts
Ottawa parents are pressing the OCDSB for answers as it phases out alternative schools and middle French immersion programs. Learn about the community's concerns and the board's plans.
Why Targeting Independent Schools Hurts Alberta Families
Following the ATA strike, independent schools face scrutiny. This analysis reveals how they save public money and serve diverse needs, arguing that defunding them would harm Alberta's education system. Read the facts.
Ottawa Alternative Schools Close Doors to New Kindergarten Students
The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board has stopped new kindergarten registrations for its alternative schools, leaving parents to choose between splitting siblings or leaving the unique program. Learn about the phase-out and its impact.
Alberta town halls address public education issues
A series of town halls across Alberta aimed to raise awareness about critical issues impacting the province's public education system. Learn about the concerns and the call to action.
Advocates rally against attacks on Alberta public education
Alberta education advocates gathered in Calgary to strategize against chronic underfunding, private school funding, and use of the notwithstanding clause. Learn about the fight for public schools.
OCDSB's $20M deficit may take years to fix
Ottawa's largest school board faces a $20 million operating deficit. Supervisor Bob Plamondon says erasing the shortfall, driven by special education costs, could take more than a year. Learn the details.
AI Stifling Kids' Minds, Warns Educator Calvin White
Educator Calvin White issues an urgent plea to parents and educators in 2026, arguing that AI and response technology are eroding children's cognitive abilities while society watches complacently.
Alberta schools pull books as provincial ban takes effect
School boards in Alberta have removed dozens of books from library shelves as new provincial regulations come into force. Learn about the impact on education and access to materials.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
EQAO Review Highlights Need for Standardized Testing
As Ontario reviews its EQAO student assessment agency, experts argue standardized testing is vital for accountability and should be a model for all Canadian provinces. Discover the data driving the debate.
Manitoba Youth Parliament Takes Over Legislature
The 104th session of the Youth Parliament of Manitoba convened at the Legislative Assembly, empowering young voices to debate provincial issues. Discover how youth are shaping Manitoba's future.
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.
B.C. Education System Failing Students on Financial Literacy
Eugene You argues B.C. must make financial literacy a mandatory graduation requirement as debt soars and students lack basic money skills. Read why early education is key.
Dickens' Warning on Child Inequality Still Unheeded in Canada
Two centuries after Dickens wrote A Christmas Carol, his warning about the children of Ignorance and Want remains urgent in Canada, where inequality and misinformation threaten youth.
New School Trustees Aim to Prepare Students for Future Jobs
Newly appointed public school board trustees in Windsor-Essex, including an auto industry executive, aim to bridge the gap between education and the evolving workforce, as the board tackles a $6.4M deficit. Learn about their plans.
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