ETFO calls for end to EQAO after low test scores
Ontario's elementary teachers' union urges the province to scrap EQAO standardized testing following the release of concerning student assessment results. Read the full story.
Ontario's elementary teachers' union urges the province to scrap EQAO standardized testing following the release of concerning student assessment results. Read the full story.
The latest EQAO test results for Waterloo Region students have shown insufficient progress, leading Ontario's Education Minister to announce a review of learning and testing. Read the details.
The Ontario government announces a review of learning and testing following the release of the 2024-2025 EQAO results, which show insufficient progress. Minister Calandra responds.
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra announces a review of learning and testing following disappointing EQAO assessment results. Read about the province's next steps.
Tennis legend Serena Williams has taken a formal step toward a potential return to professional tennis by reentering the international anti-doping testing pool. Get the latest details on her comeback bid.
Ontario's Transport Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria announces the Eglinton Crosstown LRT has completed a critical testing phase, bringing the long-delayed Toronto project closer to opening. Get the latest updates.
University of Regina researchers are testing salinity levels in campus ponds to ensure environmental safety. Learn about this important water quality initiative.
An Alberta man shares his story to advocate for early kidney disease testing as rates rise across Canada. Learn why proactive screening matters for your health.
Amazon slashes BinaxNOW COVID-19 rapid test prices to $12.65 for Black Friday. With vaccination rates low and holiday travel rising, stock up on reliable at-home testing kits while supplies last.
Tragic Brampton house fire claims four lives, including toddler. Peel officials urge residents to test smoke alarms immediately for family safety.
Multiple fecal contamination incidents have forced the temporary closure of Comox Valley Aquatic Centre's leisure pool. Health officials work to resolve the sanitation issue.
Nucro-Technics imports beagles from Ridglan Farms despite allegations of surgeries without anesthesia and severed vocal cords. Canadian Council on Animal Care now investigating.
Beach water testing in Windsor faces significant delays due to slow lab processing, raising concerns about public safety and timely beach closures during swimming season.
A revolutionary crash test dummy that better represents female bodies receives key government endorsement, marking a significant advancement in vehicle safety testing and gender equity.
A new classified testing facility for ocean technology has opened at COVE in Dartmouth, N.S., providing a secure space for scientists and researchers to advance marine innovation.
The U.S. government unveils a new female crash test dummy designed to better protect women in vehicle collisions. Learn how this innovation could save lives.
Alberta Premier distances herself from $109M DynaLife lab testing crisis as union warns of potential job action. Capacity expansion plans announced amid ongoing negotiations.
The Vancouver Aquatic Centre reopens after a two-week closure caused by falling concrete. Safety measures are now in place as the aging facility awaits a major retrofit.
The Vancouver Aquatic Centre reopens with precautionary ceiling netting installed for enhanced safety. Learn about the facility improvements and what visitors can expect.
23andMe Research Institute unveils major expansion of African genetic groups, helping people of African descent reconnect with their ancestral roots through detailed DNA analysis.
Alberta's auditor general reveals failed lab testing privatization cost taxpayers $109 million. Get the full investigation details and financial impact analysis.
The indefinite closure of Vancouver Aquatic Centre after ceiling damage displaces swim clubs. User groups face transparency issues and limited pool access in the city.
Emergency physicians warn Alberta's private-pay diagnostic testing legislation will worsen wait times and healthcare equity. Learn why this approach threatens public healthcare.
A sauna fire has forced the indefinite closure of Hardisty Fitness & Leisure Centre in Edmonton. The city confirms the facility will remain closed until further notice while damage assessment continues.
Decaying uranium could be seeping dangerous radon gas into your basement. Learn about the health risks and how to test your home with free kits available now.
Winnipeg's Bonivital Pool reopens November 17, 2024 after extensive renovations. Get details on the facility upgrades and community impact.
Acclaimed director Léa Pool discusses her latest film 'On Sera Heureux,' revealing how love and human connection transcend political divisions in this intimate cinematic journey.
A transformative medical partnership between Canadian and US hospitals will provide free genomic testing to 100,000 Canadians, revolutionizing personalized healthcare and disease prevention.
Discover how Russian-born pool champion Maksim Dudanets defied the odds, navigating immigration hurdles and cultural barriers to become a shining star on Team USA's roster in an inspiring sports transformation story.
The Vancouver Aquatic Centre has been shut down indefinitely after concerning ceiling damage was found during routine maintenance, leaving swimmers and fitness enthusiasts without their downtown facility.