Category : Education Policy


Chilliwack Trustee Resigns Over Free Speech 'Chill'

Laurie Throness, a Chilliwack school trustee, has resigned, citing a 'chill' on free speech following a B.C. Human Rights Tribunal decision that ordered a former trustee to pay $750,000 for discrimination.

LAUSD Superintendent on Leave During FBI Probe

Los Angeles School Superintendent Alberto Carvalho is on paid leave as part of a federal investigation, with FBI searches at his home and district headquarters. The probe involves a defunct ed-tech company contract.

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.

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.

Nova Scotia Slashes Education Funding in New Budget

The Nova Scotia government has announced significant cuts to education funding in its latest budget, reducing millions of dollars and raising alarms among educators and communities across the province.

B.C. Tribunal Denies Student's Loss of Studies Claim

A British Columbia tribunal has dismissed a student's claim for loss of studies, ruling that the individual continued attending classes after a 2021 crash. The decision highlights the legal scrutiny applied to such compensation requests.

Alberta 2026 Budget: $10.8B for Education

Alberta's 2026 provincial budget includes a significant $10.8 billion investment in education funding, announced by Premier Danielle Smith and Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides.

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