Sask. NDP wants education minister to quit over comments to mother whose child died
The call comes after Taya Thomas had a private meeting with Jeremy Cockrill to discuss teachers wanting more supports for students with extra needs.
Canada
Apr 22
Saskatchewan Science Centre celebrates 35 years with ‘Discovery Week’
The Saskatchewan Science Centre reaches its 35 year anniversary where a week-long of activities will be held including an adult science night.
Canada
Apr 23
African-descent committee ends contact with Vancouver Police Board
The African Descent VPD Advisory Committee, which was formed in 2021, decided the time has come to break away from the Vancouver Police Board.
Canada
Mar 30
Saskatchewan minister says accountability framework was suggested for Education Act
Saskatchewan Education Minister Jeremy Cockrill said Monday that they offered to have an accountability framework for teachers added into the Education Act.
Education
Apr 9
Alberta school honours children from military families
Teal Up Day was marked at Guthrie School in Parkland County, to honour all military children for the sacrifices they make coming from parents who choose to serve their country.
Features
Apr 12
WRDSB flip flops: Board now closing schools on Monday due to solar eclipse
With just days to go until the solar eclipse, the Waterloo Region District School Board has announced that schools will be closed to students on Monday.
Canada
Apr 3
Why U.S. colleges are turning to police to quell pro-Palestinian student protests
Several universities ousted demonstrators Wednesday, swiftly turning to law enforcement when protests bubbled up on their campuses.
U.S. News
Apr 25
Westdale Christian School looking to relocate to Legacy Christian Academy: province
A local Saskatoon school is looking into taking over the location of Legacy Christian Academy.
Education
25 mins
Teacher fired after competing on ‘Survivor Québec’ reality show
The president of the local teachers union, says the school board in the town of St-Hyacinthe dismissed her even though she had found qualified replacements to cover her absence.
Canada
Apr 11
Hundreds of thousands without power as spring storm hits Quebec, Ontario
Hydro-Québec reported upwards of 280,000 customers were without power as of 9 a.m., with affected areas ranging from near Gatineau to Montreal's eastern suburbs.
Canada
Apr 4
Winnipeg icon Andrew Harris to sign 1-day contract this weekend to retire as a Bomber
Andrew Harris, one of the most-decorated running backs in Bomber — and CFL — history, will be signing a one-day contract Saturday at The Met in downtown Winnipeg.
Sports
Apr 24
John Tibbits, Conestoga College sued over alleged comments about rival president
John Tibbits and Conestoga College are being sued by David Orazietti and Sault College over comments that Tibbits made in February including calling Orazietti "a whore".
Canada
Apr 19
Terry Fox collection will be housed at the Royal BC Museum in Victoria
“For 44 years, Terry Fox has been an inspiration to Canadians and we are thrilled to be entrusted with the stewardship of this important collection."
Lifestyle
Apr 10
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
Edmonton ‘Bubble Boy’ headed to California for life-changing stem cell treatment
An Edmonton boy could have the chance to live a normal life when he receives a stem-cell treatment as a part of a medical trial in the U.S.
Canada
Apr 8
Central Alberta family of 6 located safe: RCMP
A mother and her five children who went missing from their central Alberta home have been located and they are safe, RCMP said Wednesday morning.
Canada
Apr 9
Ottawa unveils $1B for national school food program
The federal government says the funds will feed an additional 400,000 children a year, beyond programs offered by provinces and school boards.
Canada
Apr 1
‘I just love pro wrestling’: The divine nature of Ontario’s independent scene
On a snowy Friday in March, a gathering of worshippers at a church in Cambridge, Ont., took centre stage. But they weren't there for a high power, they were there for wrestling.
Sports
Apr 21
Swan Valley Stampeders hockey team saved after quick community response
The future of a Manitoba Junior Hockey League team was up in the air this week, but only for a few hours - after overwhelming support from the community that it calls home.
Sports
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