WECDSB Exam Changes Due to Bus Cancellations in Windsor
The Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board modifies exam schedules for students after widespread bus cancellations disrupt transportation across the region.
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CDI College BC Dental Program: 96% NDAEB Pass Rate Since 2006
CDI College's Dental Assisting program in British Columbia has achieved a remarkable 96% first-attempt pass rate on the NDAEB exam since 2006, with nearly 1,500 graduates demonstrating exceptional performance across Burnaby and Surrey campuses.
Winnipeg's Berens River School Destroyed in Fire
A devastating fire has completely destroyed the Berens River School in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The incident occurred on January 27, 2026, with RCMP investigating the cause of the blaze that left the educational facility in ruins.
Laurentian University Strike Continues into Week Two
The faculty strike at Laurentian University in Sudbury, Ontario, has entered its second week with no negotiations scheduled, leaving students and staff in limbo as both sides remain at odds over key issues.
School Bus Cancellations and Delays in Waterloo Region
Waterloo Region and Wellington-Dufferin school bus services face cancellations and delays for Tuesday, January 27, 2026, impacting student transportation across the area.
Holocaust Colonialism Framing Distorts History
On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Jack Jedwab warns against academic trends that reframe the Holocaust through colonial lenses, arguing this revisionism obscures its unique antisemitic ideology and threatens historical understanding.
Laurentian University Faculty Strike Continues into Week 2
The Laurentian University faculty strike persists into its second week as both sides remain deadlocked over contract terms, with no new negotiations currently planned.
Oldest Wooden Tools Found in Greece
Archaeologists uncover two 430,000-year-old wooden artifacts in Greece, offering rare insights into early human technology and survival strategies.
Waterloo Region Schools Close Due to Heavy Snow
Waterloo Region faces significant snowfall leading to school closures and operational challenges. The region deals with transportation disruptions and safety concerns as winter weather intensifies.
CBE Bans 44 Books Under Provincial Ministerial Order
The Calgary Board of Education has removed 44 titles from school libraries, including 39 graphic novels and five books, in compliance with Alberta's new standards on literary materials.
U of C Students Push for Mac Hall Expansion to Accommodate Growth
The University of Calgary Students' Union is pushing for expansion of MacEwan Student Centre as enrollment nears 40,000 undergraduates, with a student referendum planned for March on supplemental fees.
Manitoba Research Sheds Light on Supernova Mystery
A breakthrough from Manitoba researchers provides new insights into the Vela Junior supernova, solving a cosmic puzzle that has baffled scientists for decades.
Oldest Wooden Tools Discovered in Greece
Scientists have recovered remarkably preserved 430,000-year-old wooden artifacts from a site in Greece, offering unprecedented insights into early human technology and survival strategies.
Manitoba Starts Building Four New Schools This Week
Premier Wab Kinew has confirmed that construction on four new schools in Manitoba will begin this week, marking a significant investment in the province's education infrastructure.
Human Remains Discovery Closes Blind River School
Ecole St. Joseph in Blind River, Ontario, is closed indefinitely as Ontario Provincial Police investigate the discovery of human remains on school grounds.
Ottawa Catholic Schools to Start Before Labour Day in 2026
The Ottawa Catholic School Board announces a calendar shift, beginning the 2026-27 school year before Labour Day to enhance learning continuity and align with provincial guidelines.
$11M Gift Creates U of S Business Scholarships in Perpetuity
An $11 million legacy gift from William and May Ellen Pringle establishes the Pringle Scholarship Program at the University of Saskatchewan's Edwards School of Business, covering full tuition for dozens of undergraduate students annually.
Galactic Map Sheds Light on Dark Matter Mysteries
A novel map of distant galaxies, utilizing data from NASA's James Webb and Chandra observatories, provides fresh clues to understanding the elusive nature of dark matter in the universe.
Blind River School Closed Amid Police Investigation
The Ontario Provincial Police have confirmed the closure of École St. Joseph in Blind River due to an ongoing investigation, impacting students and families in the Northern Ontario community.
School Buses Cancelled in Windsor-Essex Amid Frigid Temperatures
All school board transportation services in Windsor and Essex County have been cancelled due to dangerously cold temperatures and wind chill values reaching -26°C overnight.
Montreal Snow Closes Schools, Cancels Flights
Multiple Montreal-area schools closed Monday due to power outages, while a yellow snowfall warning predicts up to 10 cm of snow and flight cancellations at Trudeau Airport.
Barrie School Bus Cancellations Due to Winter Storm
A significant winter storm has led to widespread school bus cancellations and closures across Barrie and the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area on Monday, January 26, 2026, impacting transportation and daily routines.
Winter Storm Closes Schools, Cancels Buses in SW Ontario
A significant winter storm has led to widespread school closures and bus cancellations across southwestern Ontario, including Kitchener, as authorities prioritize safety amid hazardous conditions.
Special Education Teacher's 20-Year Journey Through Broken System
A former special education teacher recounts her harrowing experiences transporting students in a dangerous van, navigating systemic failures, and rising to become a SELPA director while fighting for change in California's education system.
EMSB Secretary's Complaints Lead to Quebec Language Law Suspension
A secretary's complaints about English-only emails at an English Montreal School Board high school triggered legal action that resulted in a judge suspending parts of Quebec's language law. The Gazette obtained documents detailing the conflict.
Winter Storm Forces GTA School Closures Monday
A major winter storm has forced widespread school closures across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area for Monday, with multiple boards citing safety concerns and ongoing snow removal efforts.
GTHA Snowstorm Shuts Schools, Cancels Buses
A severe winter storm has forced widespread school closures and bus cancellations across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, disrupting daily life and prompting safety warnings.
Sask. Teen Scores Rare Perfect Game in 5 Pin Bowling
Tanner Pollock, a 14-year-old from Saskatchewan, has achieved the pinnacle of bowling by scoring a perfect game in 5 pin bowling, a rare and remarkable feat in the sport.
Giant Kangaroo Fossils Show They Could Hop, Study Finds
New research on sthenurine kangaroo fossils challenges the long-held scientific belief that these giant prehistoric marsupials were incapable of hopping.
Calgary's Pacekids Hosts Education Day Open House
Pacekids in Calgary hosted an open house to mark International Day of Education, showcasing its Early Childhood Services and resources for children with diverse needs.
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