Halifax freshman leads university sports inclusion charge
A first-year student at Saint Mary's University is transforming athletic participation barriers into opportunities for inclusion, creating waves across Canadian university sports programs.
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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.
MRU Rally Sees Campus Unite in Support of Teachers
Hundreds of MRU students, faculty, and staff joined forces in a powerful campus rally supporting ATA members amid ongoing contract negotiations and concerns about academic freedom.
Quebec Medical Students Challenge Forced Service Law in Court
A group of Quebec medical students has launched a constitutional challenge against Bill 20, legislation that mandates family doctors maintain specific patient quotas or face financial penalties.
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.
North Bay Police Launch Student Safety Initiative
North Bay Police introduce comprehensive safety initiative focusing on pedestrian awareness, traffic enforcement, and community engagement to protect students returning to school.
Manitoba NDP Supports Universal Student Screening Bill
Manitoba's NDP government throws support behind Liberal legislation mandating universal screening for reading skills in Canadian students, marking significant education policy shift.
U of G Tractor Tug Shatters Charity Records
University of Guelph students pull off record-breaking tractor tug-of-war event, raising unprecedented funds for Children's Foundation while showcasing agricultural strength and community spirit.
School Bus Crash in North Edmonton Hospitalizes Multiple
A serious multi-vehicle collision involving a school bus in north Edmonton has resulted in multiple hospitalizations. Emergency crews responded to the scene near 153 Avenue and 97 Street.
Stomach Flu Outbreak Sickens Ancaster School Students
Hamilton Public Health investigates significant norovirus outbreak at an Ancaster elementary school affecting students and staff members. Learn about symptoms and prevention.
Alberta mandates early reading and math assessments for K-3
Alberta's government proposes sweeping changes to the Education Act requiring mandatory reading and math assessments for all students in kindergarten through Grade 3 to identify learning gaps early.
Kitchener Students in School Bus Crash Near London, ON
A devastating school bus collision near London, Ontario has resulted in a fatality and left Kitchener students and families traumatized. Get the latest details on this heartbreaking incident.
Alberta Mandates Early Reading & Math Assessments
Alberta introduces mandatory literacy and numeracy assessments for K-3 students, aiming to identify learning gaps early and provide targeted support.
Canada's inconsistent diabetes support in schools needs fix
Canadian provinces face a critical health equity gap as students with diabetes navigate inconsistent support systems in schools. Learn why national standards are urgently needed.
Canadian Cancer Society Advances Lung Screening to Save Lives
The Canadian Cancer Society is championing groundbreaking lung cancer screening research and advocacy that could save thousands of Canadian lives through early detection.
Canada launches plan to cut lung cancer deaths by 30%
A groundbreaking national lung cancer framework aims to dramatically improve survival rates and transform care for Canadians through early detection, targeted screening, and innovative treatments.
Highway 401 Closed After Student Bus Crash Near London
A serious collision involving a student bus from Waterloo Region has forced the complete shutdown of Highway 401 westbound near London, prompting massive emergency response and raising safety concerns.
Guelph cancels outdoor World Series screening due to cold
Guelph's planned outdoor World Series viewing party gets iced by freezing weather and streaming complications, disappointing local baseball fans.
Fanshawe College radio station seeks community partners to survive
London's beloved student-run radio station CJFX is fighting for survival as Fanshawe College seeks community partnerships to keep the airwaves alive after funding challenges.
Waterloo's Revolutionary Toddler Eye Test Breakthrough
A groundbreaking eye test developed in Waterloo, Ontario could transform how young children's vision problems are detected, using child-friendly technology to catch issues early.
Edmonton Landlord's $60K Rental Horror Story
An Edmonton landlord shares his shocking $60,000 rental horror story, warning other property owners to thoroughly screen tenants after experiencing extensive property damage and legal battles.
Alberta cancels January diploma exams and provincial tests
Alberta Education makes major testing changes, cancelling all January diploma exams and provincial achievement tests due to COVID-19 disruptions affecting student learning.
Edmonton School Activities: Drama & Sports Face Changes
Edmonton's extracurricular landscape is transforming as schools grapple with funding challenges and shifting priorities. Discover how drama clubs, sports teams, and student activities are adapting in today's educational environment.
Private Pay Medical Screening: A False Solution
Why paying for private medical scans won't fix Canada's overwhelmed healthcare system and could make healthcare inequality worse.
Mother's grief after son dies in college dorm accident
The heartbreaking story of a Canadian mother's journey through grief after her son died in a tragic dorm room accident during his first week of university, and how she's transforming pain into purpose.
Surrey parents track classroom disruptions in schools
Frustrated Surrey parents launch groundbreaking classroom disruption tracker, revealing shocking patterns of learning interruptions and student removals across local schools.
Alberta Students Walk Out to Support Teachers in Contract Fight
Hundreds of Alberta students walked out of classrooms to support their teachers during contract negotiations, gathering at the legislature in a powerful show of solidarity for educators demanding better working conditions.
Alberta UCP reverses course on class size reporting
The UCP government makes a significant policy reversal, committing to restart transparent reporting of class sizes across Alberta schools after years of data blackout.
Alberta students rally for teachers, protest disability program
Edmonton students joined forces with protesters demanding better support for teachers and condemning Alberta's Disability Assistance Program (ADAP) in a powerful demonstration at the Legislature grounds.
Calgary students walk out supporting teachers in contract dispute
Hundreds of Calgary students walked out of classrooms in a powerful show of support for their teachers as contract negotiations between the Alberta Teachers' Association and the provincial government remain stalled.
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