ETFO Criticizes Ontario School Board Takeover

The president of the Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario has strongly criticized the provincial government's decision to take over a local school board, calling it an undemocratic move that undermines local governance.

Water Main Break Closes Cambridge School

A significant water main break in Cambridge has led to the immediate closure of a local school, impacting students and staff. Authorities are assessing the damage and working on repairs.

Surrey Schools Expand Free Meals as Need Doubles

The Surrey school district has dramatically expanded its Feeding Futures program, now providing free lunches at nearly all elementary schools while waitlists persist amid high food insecurity.

Global Call for Holodomor Research Abstracts Launched

The Holodomor Legacy Initiative announces a global call for scholarly abstracts to advance research on the Holodomor, supported by $10 million in Canadian government funding through Global Affairs Canada.

Winnipeg Deaf Community Town Hall on Language Deprivation

The deaf community in Winnipeg, Manitoba, organized a town hall meeting to raise awareness about language deprivation, featuring presentations and discussions on this critical issue affecting communication access.

Strike Averted at Nipissing University with Deal

A tentative agreement has been reached between Nipissing University and its faculty union, preventing a potential strike in North Bay, Ontario, and ensuring academic continuity.

Surrey School Fire: Class Cancellation Status Unclear

Firefighters in Surrey, B.C., say it's too early to determine if classes will be cancelled at Woodland Park Elementary following an overnight blaze. Restoration efforts are underway as authorities assess damage.

Banned Books and Reading Education in Alberta

A university instructor reflects on how book bans in Alberta schools could impact student literacy and engagement with literature, using Alison Bechdel's 'Fun Home' as a case study.

Feds Pledge $1M for Edmonton's Coronation Park Sports Centre

The federal government announces a $1 million investment to support the operational costs of the newly integrated Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre in Edmonton, which opens this month alongside the rehabilitated Peter Hemingway Aquatic Centre.

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