Walmart and other major U.S. companies are launching initiatives to address the critical shortage of skilled tradespeople, investing in training to build a sustainable workforce. Learn about the new strategies.
A new, free eight-week YMCA program in Ottawa is teaching students the fundamentals of skilled trades and homebuilding. Learn about this hands-on opportunity launching in December 2025.
Following the Quinn Hughes trade, the Vancouver Canucks signal they are open for more deals before the NHL's holiday roster freeze. Meanwhile, the team's lack of a dedicated practice facility is again in the spotlight.
Political columnist Brian Lilley debates the role of school trustees with Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra. Share your thoughts on this critical education issue.
Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra discusses a major overhaul of the province's education system following the release of disappointing EQAO math results. Share your thoughts.
Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra announces a review of school trustee powers, with changes expected early next year. Get the latest on this significant education policy shift.
Matthew Steele, an active Reservist, receives the inaugural Millwright Scholarship to study at Fanshawe College, bridging military service with a skilled trades career.
New Brunswick plans its largest-ever education infrastructure budget of $242 million for 2026-2027, including a new K-8 school for the Moncton region. Learn about the province's major investment.
Alberta Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides announced a $15 million funding plan for student mental health supports on Dec. 3, 2025. Learn how the province aims to tackle this critical issue.
Canada faces a shortage of over 800,000 skilled tradespeople, jeopardizing new infrastructure and economic growth. Initiatives like Jill of all Trades aim to empower youth.
With the Calgary Flames near the NHL's bottom, should GM Craig Conroy rush trades or wait? We explore the debate, key players like Rasmus Andersson, and the risks of moving too fast or too slow.
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.
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.
Montreal Canadiens legends Chris Nilan and Rick Green reveal their picks for the team's best trades since 2010 on a special Hockey Inside/Out bonus episode.
Over 200 students from grades 9-12 participated in NAIT's Jill of All Trades event, gaining hands-on experience in welding, electrical work and other trades while addressing Canada's skilled labor shortage.
Grade 11 student Christyn Doro builds an extension cord at the Jill of All Trades fair at Edmonton's NAIT, encouraging young women to explore careers in skilled trades.
Strathcona Resources invests $1 million in the new Joseph A. Remai Saskatoon campus at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, aiming to boost skilled trades for the oil and gas sector. Read more.
Waterloo Region District School Board faces legal action over compulsory land acknowledgments. Lawsuit claims violation of Charter rights. Get the latest details.
A new national report reveals Canada's affordability crisis is creating a hidden crisis for youth in low-income communities, intensifying academic and mental health challenges.
Fleming College establishes largest-ever bursary program with $1.5M gift from The Joyce Family Foundation, providing 11 annual $5,000 awards for students facing financial barriers.
Morgan Stanley pays €101 million fine for Cum-Cum dividend tax evasion in the Netherlands. Learn about this major European tax enforcement case.
Toronto District School Board supervisor rescinds decision to eliminate 74 itinerant music positions, preserving arts education across the city. Read the full story.
Holy Trinity Catholic High School in Bradford among schools receiving provincial funding for accessibility improvements. Learn how this investment supports inclusive education.
Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra pushes for a major overhaul of the $32-billion school system, potentially eliminating elected trustees. Join our live Q&A to understand the implications.
The B.C. Teachers Federation is encouraging educators to integrate LGBTQ+ themes into outdoor lessons, challenging traditional views of nature for students as young as four.
British Columbia initiates comprehensive review of post-secondary education system following declining stability concerns. Learn about the government's plan for educational reform.
The opening of a new Catholic elementary school in Orléans has been postponed until 2027, affecting local families and educational planning in the community.
Students at St. Mary's High School in Kitchener gained firsthand insight into homelessness through an overnight tent initiative, fostering empathy and awareness about housing insecurity in their community.
Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra postpones the release of 2025 EQAO test results. Get the latest details on this developing story in Canadian education.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides detail new measures addressing classroom complexities, including class sizes and early intervention.