Education
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Calgary Catholic School District freezing hiring until provincial budget is tabled
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
Alberta’s changing political landscape is creating some uncertainty for Alberta school boards, with officials saying classrooms could be impacted. Continue reading
Federal funding to back 2 new University of Lethbridge projects
The bulk of the investment is almost $1.2 million towards the purchase of the Titan multi-spectral LIDAR imaging system. Continue reading
Hayley Wickenheiser among speakers for Upper Grand’s Empowerment Day
By Matt Carty Reporter
The event was created in 2015 by two students from Drayton Heights Public School and has featured world-renowned speakers. Continue reading
Children with food insecurity more likely to have low self-esteem: University of Alberta joint study
By Margeaux Maron Community Reporter
Children with insecurities about access to food show signs of low self-esteem and are less likely to make healthy choices for themselves, according to new Canadian research. Continue reading
Calgary’s new children’s festival announces local lineup
Create, Calgary’s new children’s festival, runs from May 24 to 26 at Doherty Hall on the Stampede grounds, with free events at Shelf Life Books. Continue reading
UBC Okanagan fine arts students wrap up degree with art exhibit
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
It’s an eclectic mix of sculptures, paintings and digital arts displays which are the culmination of four years of work for a group of Okanagan students. Continue reading
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Community of Iron Springs breaks ground on replacement for Huntsville School
A long-awaited school in the community of Iron Springs took another step forward Thursday, as contractors broke ground on an upgraded replacement for Huntsville School. Continue reading
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Study lists Toronto as one of world’s best cities for students
By Mark Carcasole Anchor/Reporter
The study ranked big cities in terms of average rent, the cost of a pint of beer and the number of concerts among other qualifiers. Continue reading
B.C. adds funds to school expansion in Surrey, moving students out of portables
The provincial government has announced $9.6 million for work on expanding Sullivan Elementary. Continue reading
Legault admits Riverdale school transfer could have been handled better — but doesn’t apologize
By Raquel Fletcher Quebec City Correspondent
The provincial government announced in January that Riverdale, an English high school, would be transferred to a French school board to alleviate overcrowding. Continue reading