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Stacey Kay Named OCDSB Director of Education

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board has appointed Stacey Kay as its new Director of Education. Learn about this important leadership change affecting Ottawa schools.

Kitchener breaks 92-year snowfall record on Sunday

Kitchener, Ontario, shattered a 92-year-old snowfall record this past Sunday, marking a historic weather event for the region. Discover the details and impacts of this major winter storm.

Alberta Teachers Poised to Strike as Public Support Grows

Exclusive Leger poll shows overwhelming Albertans back teachers in contract dispute with provincial government. As tensions escalate, discover what's driving public opinion and what a potential strike could mean for students and families across Alberta.

Ottawa Forest Schools: Education Revolution in Nature

Discover how Ottawa's innovative forest schools are trading traditional classrooms for outdoor adventures, fostering resilience, creativity and environmental stewardship in young learners through nature-based education.

Kitchener's Swans Return to Winter Sanctuary

The iconic trumpeter swans of Kitchener have completed their seasonal migration back to their protected winter home in Victoria Park, delighting residents and marking a successful conservation effort.

OCDSB supervisor salary hits $350,000

An OCDSB education supervisor's compensation package has surged to nearly $350,000, raising questions about public sector spending and transparency in Ontario's school system.

Canadian Universities Face Financial Collapse

Canadian universities face an existential threat as international student caps and declining revenues create a perfect storm. Discover how institutions are fighting to survive and what it means for students.

Kitchener Kids' Music Program Hit by Devastating Theft

A devastating theft from a Kitchener storage unit has left the Fret Program for Kids without instruments, threatening music education for hundreds of local children. The community rallies to recover what was lost.

Ontario bypasses public hearings on education power bill

The Ford government is using a legislative maneuver to fast-track controversial education legislation without public hearings, including a bill that would significantly expand the education minister's authority over school boards.

Alberta's New Student Screening Tests Spark Outcry

University of Alberta professor warns mandatory screening tests are creating unnecessary stress for young students while raising concerns about data collection and educational effectiveness.

NS School Enrollment Stabilizes, Halifax & CSAP Grow

New data reveals Nova Scotia's public school enrollment has stabilized province-wide, but Halifax Regional Centre for Education and the francophone board continue to see significant student population increases, highlighting shifting demographic trends.

Barrie Approves Land Swap for New Banting High School

Barrie City Council approves groundbreaking land exchange agreement with Simcoe County District School Board, paving the way for state-of-the-art Banting Memorial High School facility with enhanced community amenities.

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