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.
Ontario college students confront an uncertain future as federal policy changes lead to significant budget cuts and staff layoffs. Learn about the impacts on education and student life.
A tragic trailer fire in Surrey, B.C., has claimed two lives. Surrey Police Service is investigating and urges anyone with information to contact them at 604-599-0502.
A look back at the defining pop culture moments of 2025, from major celebrity deaths and milestone birthdays to sports victories and quirky headlines. Remember the year that was.
Discover the story of SUNshine Girl Carmen, a hospitality student with a passion for languages and a dream to work at Disneyland. Explore her journey and aspirations.
A University of Regina student from Ukraine faces academic disruption as visa processing delays prevent him from writing final exams. Learn about the impact on international students.
Snowy conditions led to widespread school bus cancellations in Barrie, Ontario, marring the final school day before the winter holiday break for many students.
The City of Kitchener is preparing to hire more than 200 students for temporary summer positions in 2026. Applications open soon for these valuable work experience opportunities.
A school bus carrying students slid into a ditch in Innisfil, Ontario. Police responded to the scene on Gilford Road. No injuries were reported. Read the latest details.
A new study in JAMA Internal Medicine reveals Ontario's air conditioning mandate for long-term care homes prevented 33 resident deaths on extreme heat days. Learn how this policy became a lifesaver.
A cyber attack on Ontario's Rainbow District School Board may have breached sensitive employee and student data, including SINs and bank details. The board has worked for nine months to assess the damage.
A new study in JAMA Internal Medicine reveals Ontario's air conditioning mandate for long-term care homes prevented 33 resident deaths on extreme heat days. Learn how this policy became a lifesaver.
RCMP confirm two fatalities in a tragic collision involving a semi-truck that failed to stop at a sign northeast of Edmonton. The investigation is ongoing.
The hockey world reflects on a year of profound loss, saying goodbye to iconic goaltenders Ken Dryden, Bernie Parent, and Eddie Giacomin within 16 days in September 2025. Remembering their legendary careers and impact on the sport.
Public health officials confirm three pediatric deaths linked to Influenza A complications in Ottawa and eastern Ontario. Authorities urge vigilance and vaccination.
Saskatchewan RCMP are investigating two suspicious deaths discovered in North Battleford. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
New Brunswick's housing minister confirms recent deaths of people experiencing homelessness in Saint John as new data shows a rise in numbers. The tragic news highlights the urgent need for solutions.
The year 2025 saw the passing of influential figures like Pope Francis and commentator Charlie Kirk, whose deaths resonated worldwide. Explore the lasting impact of these losses.
An 18-year-old student was fatally stabbed in the parking lot of Portage Collegiate Institute. Police are investigating the tragic incident that has shaken the Manitoba community.
A 17-year-old boy faces drug trafficking charges after two fatal overdoses on Tsuut'ina First Nation. Calgary police allege he sold substances during school lunch breaks. Read the full investigation details.
Two women remain hospitalized following a fire at a Western University fraternity house in London, Ontario. Get the latest details on the incident and response.
A school bus transporting 36 students crashed into a broken-down vehicle on the Burlington Skyway. Ontario Provincial Police are investigating the incident. No serious injuries reported.
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 Education Minister orders a review after EQAO tests show nearly half of students fail to meet math standards. Get the details on the results and the political fallout.
New provincial assessment data reveals a significant number of Ottawa students are not meeting the math standard. Experts call for targeted support to reverse the trend.
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.
Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra announced an expert review of student assessment after the latest EQAO standardized test results showed insufficient progress in reading, writing, and math.
A fire at a Western University fraternity house in London, Ontario sent five people to hospital. The blaze broke out at the corner of Richmond and Cheapside streets on December 3, 2025.
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.