Windsor-Essex School Board Seeks Trustee Applicants
The Greater Essex County District School Board is accepting applications until Dec. 10 to fill two trustee vacancies. Learn about eligibility and how to apply for these key public education roles.
Category : Education Policy
N.B. to spend record $242M on schools in 2026-2027
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.
ETFO calls for end to EQAO after low test scores
Ontario's elementary teachers' union urges the province to scrap EQAO standardized testing following the release of concerning student assessment results. Read the full story.
Ontario Math Scores Spark Ministerial Review
Ontario's Education Minister orders a review after EQAO tests show nearly half of students fail to meet math standards. Get the details on the results and the political fallout.
Waterloo Region EQAO results prompt provincial review
The latest EQAO test results for Waterloo Region students have shown insufficient progress, leading Ontario's Education Minister to announce a review of learning and testing. Read the details.
Ontario's Standardized Test Results Disappoint Minister
Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra announced an expert review of student assessment after the latest EQAO standardized test results showed insufficient progress in reading, writing, and math.
Alberta used notwithstanding clause to avoid costly teacher arbitration
Alberta's government invoked the notwithstanding clause to end the teachers' strike, citing a $6.5 billion deficit and potential arbitration costs in the billions. Ministers defend the controversial move.
Ontario to Review Learning After EQAO Results Show Concerns
The Ontario government announces a review of learning and testing following the release of the 2024-2025 EQAO results, which show insufficient progress. Minister Calandra responds.
Ontario Reviews Learning After Poor EQAO Results
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra announces a review of learning and testing following disappointing EQAO assessment results. Read about the province's next steps.
Vancouver Schools Seek Aid for Indigenous Students in Crisis
Vancouver's Indigenous education leader David Delorme requests $20,000 from Adopt-A-School to provide emergency support for families, breaking cycles of poverty and trauma to boost student success.
Parent launches charter challenge over WRDSB land acknowledgments
A Kitchener father explains his legal challenge against the Waterloo Region District School Board's mandatory land acknowledgments, arguing they violate Charter rights. Read the full story.
Ontario education minister appoints himself supervisor of school board
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.
Alberta's 2003 Education Promises Still Unfulfilled in 2025
Premier Danielle Smith's new committee tackles classroom complexity, but critics demand action, not promises, on issues first identified over 20 years ago. Read more.
Ontario may place more school boards under supervision
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.
Ontario Education Minister Appoints Himself School Board Supervisor
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra appoints himself as interim supervisor of the Near North District School Board, citing incompetence. This marks the sixth board placed under provincial supervision.
Province Assumes Control of Near North District School Board
The Ontario government has taken over the Near North District School Board following a scathing report and ongoing dysfunction. Get the latest on the intervention and what it means for students.
School board loses lawsuit against elected trustee
A Barrie school board has failed in its legal attempt to remove an elected trustee. Learn about the court's decision and its implications for educational governance in Ontario.
Report: Affordability Crisis Hurts Low-Income Youth
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.
Ontario rejects Kingsville's bid to buy vacant schools
The Ontario government has rejected Kingsville's proposal to acquire two vacant schools. Learn about the implications for the community and what happens next.
Ontario threatens takeover of troubled Near North School Board
The Ontario government warns Near North District School Board of potential provincial takeover amid construction delays and dysfunction. Parry Sound students face remote learning as crisis deepens.
Central Edmonton Schools Face 25% Student Growth
Edmonton Public Schools report severe overcrowding, with central schools like Delton and John A. McDougall experiencing 25% growth. Learn about the impact on student programming.
TDSB reverses cut of 74 music instructors after intervention
Toronto District School Board supervisor rescinds decision to eliminate 74 itinerant music positions, preserving arts education across the city. Read the full story.
Ontario's School Board Overhaul Threatens Trustees
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.
OCDSB projects $20-million deficit for next school year
Ottawa's largest school board faces a $20-million deficit and significant financial challenges, new director of education reveals. Learn how this impacts classrooms and what's next.
MPP calls for province to take control of school board
Parry Sound MPP demands provincial intervention at Near North District School Board amid construction delays, student protests, and ministry concerns. Learn about the crisis.
Ottawa School Board Posts $5.4 Million Deficit
Ottawa-Carleton District School Board reports $5.4 million deficit for 2024-25 as provincial supervisor conducts financial review. Learn about the budget challenges facing public education.
Bill 33 Sparks Concern Among London School Trustees
London school board trustees express concern over Bill 33 implications for local education. Learn how this legislation affects Ontario schools and community response.
Alberta Schools Buckle Under Overcrowding, Aggression
Alberta schools operate in crisis mode as overcrowded classrooms with 30-40 students and rising aggression overwhelm educators. New government report reveals systemic failures.
Ontario education minister delays EQAO test results
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's Strategy for Complex Classrooms Revealed
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides detail new measures addressing classroom complexities, including class sizes and early intervention.
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