Villa Maria High School board of directors says it won’t move
The board of directors of Villa Maria High School says it plans on staying right where it is, despite the congregation that owns the property putting it up for sale.
Canada
Apr 29
Bursting at the seams: New school in Halifax region already facing overcrowding
Families at Bedford West School, which has classes from pre-primary to Grade 8, are surprised to hear that the newly-built school is already looking to install modular classrooms.
Education
Apr 18
Emergency notification heard in downtown Kingston a planned test by Queen’s University
Test part of planned upgrades to Queen's University emergency notification system
Canada
May 1
Proceeds from sale of Villa Maria compound to benefit Quebec public students
Honouring current leases and upholding the historical patronage of the site are factors written into the sale, according to Sister Ona B. Bessette.
Education
Apr 16
Three South Okanagan elementary schools set to permanently close
Three South Okanagan elementary schools will permanently close in June 2025.
Education
Apr 18
High school hockey hazing allegations have Manitoba athletic association in uncharted territory
Earlier this week, three hockey players from southern Manitoba were arrested and now face charges related to sexual assault, in connection with alleged hazing incidents.
Crime
Apr 17
TDSB deficit woes continue as provincial government refuses to step in
The Toronto District School Board has said it is facing a deficit of roughly $26.5 million for the upcoming year, even after some cuts have already been made.
Education
Apr 18
Biden says ‘order must prevail’ as police clear U.S. campus protests over Gaza
Several pro-Palestinian encampments were broken up by police overnight, notably at the University of California, Los Angeles, where officers arrested dozens of demonstrators.
U.S. News
May 2
Milk River residents rally to save Erle Rivers High School from demolition
A high school in Milk River is slated for demolition, however, residents believe the building could be re-purposed. Sarah Jones reports.
Canada
May 2
Saskatoon school board highlights budget constraints despite funding bump
Some school boards in Saskatchewan have highlighted some challenges they are facing with their budget despite a funding increase from the province.
Education
Apr 26
N.S. Premier expects tough, ‘but fair’ talks with teachers following strike vote
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston said his government plans to be "sincere" when returning to the negotiation table with the Nova Scotia Teachers Union next week.
Education
Apr 12
Ontario to ban cellphones in classrooms. What’s changing and how will it work?
On Sunday, Education Minister Stephen Lecce announced new rules for vaping and cellphones that will be introduced at schools across the province when the academic year begins.
Education
Apr 30
Street safety concerns raised after child struck by vehicle on way to school in Moncton
The Active Transportation Coalition of Moncton (ATCM) is calling for safer routes to schools after an 11-year-old student was struck by a vehicle in Moncton, N.B., last week.
Canada
Apr 16
Canada’s income gap is growing. Will Budget 2024 help affordability?
The 2024 budget tabled by Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland Tuesday promised to put money back into Canadians’ wallets. So what will that look like?
Canada
Apr 18
Q and A: Long-time City of Saskatoon general manager retiring after four decades
General Manager of the Community Services Division, Lynne Lacroix is calling it a career after nearly 42 years with the City of Saskatoon.
Canada
Apr 24
Manitoba Tories to delay passage of bills, angering provincial labour group
Manitoba's Opposition Progressive Conservatives are delaying passage of four bills at the legislature, prompting an angry response from a labour leader.
Politics
Apr 17
Manitoba NDP government not committing to build all schools promised by Tories
The Tories promised last year to build a total of nine schools by 2027, under a so-called P3 system in partnership with the private sector.
Politics
Apr 3
Calgary-wide rezoning may reduce carbon emissions, increase physical activity: researcher
A researcher from Mount Royal University is calling Calgary's proposed rezoning bylaw a "step in the right direction" to lowering carbon emissions and improving individual health.
Environment
Apr 26
‘It’s frustrating’: Dartmouth city councillor worried about proposed housing site
Tony Mancini worried there will be a lack of consultation for a housing project slated for Dartmouth that includes a Pallet village and modular housing.
Apr 22
Teaching kids about organ donation for Humboldt Broncos’ Green Shirt Day
Since 2019, Green Shirt Day has come to be known nationally as a day to support organ donor registration.
Canada
Apr 6
