Minister: OCDSB trustees not returning soon
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra states trustees are unlikely to return to the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board in the near future. Get the latest details on the ongoing situation.
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra states trustees are unlikely to return to the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board in the near future. Get the latest details on the ongoing situation.
The City of Barrie is evaluating the future of e-scooter programs as residents remain divided. Learn about the debate and what city council might decide next.
Planning your festive weekend? Here's your complete guide to finding Santa Claus parades in Barrie, Ontario, for December 2025. Discover times and routes to catch the big guy!
A former Saskatoon private school director receives a 23-month community sentence after admitting to hitting students, claiming he was instructed to do so. Read the full story.
The Greater Essex County District School Board is accepting applications until Dec. 10 to fill two trustee vacancies. Learn about eligibility and how to apply for these key public education roles.
The Barrie & District Christmas Cheer campaign is rallying the community to support local families facing hardship this holiday season. Learn how you can contribute.
The City of Barrie clarifies its winter operations, addressing resident concerns about snow clearing, sidewalk maintenance, and response times. Get the facts for a safer season.
A woman seriously injured in Barrie in June has died. Police continue their investigation, seeking information about the incident on Henry Street. Read the latest.
A Winnipeg Catholic school has notified parents of an alleged 'disturbing' incident that occurred on the street outside the school on Monday morning. Learn the details and the school's response.
The Barrie community is invited to celebrate Hanukkah with a public Menorah lighting ceremony at City Hall. Join in for this festive tradition marking the Festival of Lights.
The family of Sacha Charles is grieving after the Barrie mother of two was allegedly murdered. Her common-law spouse now faces a murder charge as the community reels from the loss.
Barrie, Ontario, was hit with 43 centimetres of snow during a prolonged winter storm, causing travel chaos. Get the details on the cleanup and impacts.
Barrie residents can finally breathe a sigh of relief as the long-awaited reopening of Bayview Drive ends construction delays and traffic headaches. Get the full story on the completed project.
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra has appointed himself interim supervisor of a northern Ontario school board, taking direct control. Get the full story on this provincial intervention.
A North York high school was placed under lockdown following reports of a gun on Monday afternoon. Police are on scene investigating. Stay updated on this developing story.
The Barrie & District Christmas Cheer campaign is struggling to meet its fundraising goal due to unprecedented demand this holiday season. Learn how the community can help.
Ontario's Education Minister signals readiness to intervene in struggling school boards, vowing to 'put you back on track.' Get the latest on provincial oversight in education.
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra appoints himself as interim supervisor of the Near North District School Board, citing incompetence. This marks the sixth board placed under provincial supervision.
The Ontario government has taken over the Near North District School Board following a scathing report and ongoing dysfunction. Get the latest on the intervention and what it means for students.
A technical error in payroll processing has left hundreds of Greater Essex County District School Board employees without payment. Learn about the impact and response.
Barrie County has approved reduced speed limits near a new Oro-Medonte school to enhance student safety. The changes take effect immediately in designated community safety zones.
Heavy snow squalls have forced widespread school bus cancellations throughout Simcoe County, disrupting transportation for thousands of students. Stay informed about weather impacts.
Learn how Greater Toronto Area school boards make critical decisions about closing schools during winter weather. Essential guide for parents and students.
Vancouver School Board names the new Coal Harbour school Seaside Elementary. Set to open near capacity in 2025, it will relieve overcrowding in downtown schools.
A Barrie school board has failed in its legal attempt to remove an elected trustee. Learn about the court's decision and its implications for educational governance in Ontario.
Barrie's New Year's Eve celebration relocates downtown for 2025. Discover the new venue, entertainment lineup, and family-friendly activities planned for the festive event.
The Ontario government warns Near North District School Board of potential provincial takeover amid construction delays and dysfunction. Parry Sound students face remote learning as crisis deepens.
A major road closure is coming to south Barrie as McKay Road shuts down for months of infrastructure upgrades. Learn the details and plan your commute.
Parry Sound MPP demands provincial intervention at Near North District School Board amid construction delays, student protests, and ministry concerns. Learn about the crisis.
Ottawa-Carleton District School Board reports $5.4 million deficit for 2024-25 as provincial supervisor conducts financial review. Learn about the budget challenges facing public education.