Summer Break

• Kingston, Ont., kids gear up for summer break as school ends

  It's the last day of school for many kids across Ontario and at Kingston's Winston Churchill Public School, a few students reflected on the year.

  Canada

  Jun 29, 2023
  
• Toronto independent school ends academic year early due to threat

  Toronto police were called to Branksome Hall Girls School around 7:23 a.m. Monday after a threat was made towards the school and the school has decided to start summer break early.

  Education

  Jun 14, 2022
  
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• Minimum wage bill and others expected to pass before Manitoba legislature break

  Many bills will not go to a final vote until the legislature resumes in the fall, including one that would loosen restrictions on the cosmetic use of lawn pesticides.

  Politics

  Jun 1, 2022
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• Lethbridge schools still awaiting rapid COVID-19 screening tests as summer break approaches

  The expansion of the rapid testing program in Alberta schools was announced on April 10. 

  Education

  May 25, 2021
• School out for summer in Edmonton, attention turns to fall

  A drive-by parade at Grandin Elementary School gave staff, students and parents a chance to say goodbye.

  Education

  Jun 26, 2020
• Quebec presents wish list for federal leaders as MNAs return

  On the first day of the session, Premier Legault also reiterated his demand for federal leaders to stay out of the Bill 21 debate.

  Politics

  Sep 17, 2019
• United Way Saskatoon literacy program helping prevent ‘summer slide’

  A United Way Saskatoon literacy program is helping prevent summer learning loss.

  Education

  Jul 31, 2019
• Stressed out about summer break? Here’s how to keep your kids busy

  Successful parenting during summer vacation is all about striking a balance.

  Lifestyle

  Jul 22, 2019
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• Eight ways your kids can practise their motor skills this summer

  Teachers might advise parents to encourage children to read over the summer. But also important — get them working on their motor skills.

  Commentary

  Jun 29, 2019
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• Winnipeg School Division considering year-round school, later classes for older students

  The 'balanced calendar' system is used in about 100 schools across Canada, and could benefit certain student populations at schools in Winnipeg.

  Education

  Sep 6, 2018