Alberta schools pull books as provincial ban takes effect
School boards in Alberta have removed dozens of books from library shelves as new provincial regulations come into force. Learn about the impact on education and access to materials.
Category : Education Policy
Quebec schools launch mandatory civility policy for students
Quebec has implemented a mandatory civility policy requiring students to use formal terms of respect when addressing teachers. The move sparks debate on its effectiveness and implementation.
Quebec teachers say new school civility policy misses mark
Quebec's reintroduction of formal politeness rules in schools faces criticism from educators who argue it fails to address root causes of student behaviour. Learn why teachers say the policy misses the mark.
Saskatoon school sends students home early after winter break
A Saskatoon school complex sent students home early on their first day back after the winter holiday, prompting questions from the NDP. Get the full story on the unexpected closure.
Quebec schools mandate formal 'vous' address for students
Quebec students returning to class must now use the formal 'vous' when addressing staff under a new provincial code of conduct. Learn about the policy shift and its implications.
Teacher's Secret on Spice Trade Helps Failing Student Learn
A personal essay reveals how a teacher's unconventional lesson on the real motives behind the Spice Trade unlocked a 14-year-old's academic potential. Discover the stark differences between 1930s and modern Canadian education.
Teacher's Spice Trade Secret Transforms Failing Student
Brian Doyle recounts how a teacher's unconventional lesson on the Spice Trade's real motives helped him understand history and escape a path to dropping out. Discover the power of relatable education.
Alberta minister on teachers' strike, notwithstanding clause
Alberta's Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides reflects on the historic 2025 teachers' strike, the use of the notwithstanding clause, and his pledge to rebuild trust with educators. Read the full interview.
Alberta Parents Advocate for School Diabetes Care Standards
Alberta parents are leading a grassroots initiative to establish a mandatory, consistent standard of care for students with Type 1 diabetes in schools, addressing a critical gap in provincial support.
Quebec education minister concerned about secularism report
Quebec's Education Minister Bernard Drainville expresses concern over a new report on secularism in schools. Get the details on the findings and the provincial response.
EQAO Review Highlights Need for Standardized Testing
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.
Manitoba Youth Parliament Takes Over Legislature
The 104th session of the Youth Parliament of Manitoba convened at the Legislative Assembly, empowering young voices to debate provincial issues. Discover how youth are shaping Manitoba's future.
Australia's Social Media Age Limit: A Call for Canada
Australia has begun enforcing a minimum age of 16 for social media accounts, shifting responsibility to platforms. Michael Burns argues Canada must adopt and expand this approach to protect children's mental health and focus in schools.
B.C. Education System Failing Students on Financial Literacy
Eugene You argues B.C. must make financial literacy a mandatory graduation requirement as debt soars and students lack basic money skills. Read why early education is key.
Dickens' Warning on Child Inequality Still Unheeded in Canada
Two centuries after Dickens wrote A Christmas Carol, his warning about the children of Ignorance and Want remains urgent in Canada, where inequality and misinformation threaten youth.
New School Trustees Aim to Prepare Students for Future Jobs
Newly appointed public school board trustees in Windsor-Essex, including an auto industry executive, aim to bridge the gap between education and the evolving workforce, as the board tackles a $6.4M deficit. Learn about their plans.
Parents launch petition to save Windsor student bus service
Frustrated Windsor parents are petitioning to restore a cancelled Transit Windsor student shuttle program, arguing its end creates barriers to education. Over 350 signatures gathered.
GECDSB trustees weigh in on role's potential elimination
Newly elected trustees at the Greater Essex County District School Board discuss the possible elimination of their positions following a December 2025 meeting. Explore the debate and its implications for local governance.
Parry Sound School Construction Delayed Again
Ontario's education minister announces another delay for Parry Sound High School, pledging provincial oversight. Get the latest on the troubled Near North District School Board.
Windsor-Essex School Board Fills Two Trustee Vacancies
The Greater Essex County District School Board has appointed Cheryl Lovell and Chandrika Abhang as trustees. They fill vacancies left by recent resignations and will serve until the next election.
GECDSB Appoints Two New Trustees in Windsor
The Greater Essex County District School Board has filled two vacant trustee positions. Learn about the new appointees and their roles in local education governance.
Edmonton School Results Decline, Data Reliability Questioned
Edmonton Public Schools' latest report indicates declines in key areas like safety and support, but officials warn numerous caveats, from COVID-19 to job action, complicate the data. Read the full analysis.
Do School Trustees Have a Place in Modern Education?
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.
10 Vie for 2 Vacancies on Windsor-Essex School Board
Ten applicants are set for interviews to fill two sudden trustee vacancies on the Greater Essex County District School Board. The successful candidates will serve until the 2026 municipal election.
Alberta's $4B Resort Plan vs. Education Funding
A Calgarian questions Alberta's $4-billion plan for year-round resorts while education faces underfunding. Read the debate on provincial spending priorities and its long-term impact.
Students create 3D heart, lungs doll for HSN medical learners
Cambrian College students innovate with a life-like manikin featuring 3D-printed heart and lungs, enhancing surgical training at Health Sciences North in Sudbury. Discover this breakthrough in medical education.
Ontario's Plan for School Trustee Changes Coming Early 2025
Ontario's Education Minister will decide on changes to the role of school trustees early next year, signaling a potential major reduction in their powers. Get the latest details.
Ontario to Overhaul Education System After Poor Math Scores
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 plans changes to school trustee roles next year
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.
Minister: OCDSB trustees not returning soon
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra states trustees are unlikely to return to the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board in the near future. Get the latest details on the ongoing situation.
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