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Cellphone ban coming to Manitoba schools this fallA letter coming from the Manitoba government Thursday laying out plans for new expectations when it comes to electronic devices in the classroom. Global’s Daisy Woelk reports.Global News at 6 WinnipegAug 15
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Province appoints oversight panel for embattled Manitoba school divisionThe province has stepped in and appointed a special advisory panel to deal with turmoil in a Manitoba school division.Jun 12
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Manitoba to provide update on cellphones in school following Saskatchewan’s banManitoba, now the only western Canadian province without an overarching cellphone ban in school classrooms, says an update is coming.CanadaAug 12
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Manitoba to provide update on cellphones in school following Saskatchewan’s banManitoba is now expected to follow the likes of other provinces by instituting its own over arching policy on cell phone use in the classroom. Iris Dyck reports.EducationAug 13
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Global News at 6 WinnipegNo more cell phones in Manitoba schools and how the new policy will affect different grades, new details on a Winnipeg pavement scam and who could be behind it and both U.S. presidential candidates are laying the groundwork on how they plan to better the American economyGlobal News at 6 WinnipegAug 15
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Mountain View School Division superintendent fired, 3 trustees resignFour members of a Manitoba school division have resigned or been fired since the weekend, with no reasons given as to why.Jun 4
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Global News at 6 Winnipeg: June 3, 2024Four members of a Manitoba school division have resigned or been fired since the weekend, with no reasons given as to why. Massive changes are coming to the Winnipeg Transit network, and in just over a year from now, most routes across the city are expected to be different. A 54-year-old man is facing more...Jun 3
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‘Shock and disbelief’ after Manitoba school trustee’s Indigenous commentsA controversial presentation by a school trustee in western Manitoba has members of nearby communities in disbelief. Drew Stremick reports on the speech some are calling ignorant and offensive.Apr 25
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Global National: May 27With pro-Palestinian protesters defying a deadline to leave, the University of Toronto is seeking an injunction to clear the encampment. What constitutional experts think about the odds of the school winning, as the beginning of conviction quickly approaches. Israel is being condemned for an airstrike that torched a camp housing displaced Palestinians in Rafah, killing...Global NationalMay 27
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Drug safety reform urged in BC schools following university student’s deathIn response to the recent drug poisoning death at the University of Victoria, calls have been made for British Columbia to mandate CPR and naloxone training in high schools across the province. The death of 18-year-old in January has prompted her parents to urge the province to take action, deeming the tragedy preventable. Neetu Garcha...Global NationalMay 25
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High school hockey hazing allegations have Manitoba athletic association in uncharted territoryMore reaction after the arrest of three Manitoba teens who face charges stemming from alleged hazings involving members of a high school hockey team. As Marney Blunt reports, advocates say hazing incidents like those alleged in the case can have long-lasting impacts.SportsApr 17
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Consultations ongoing on whether cellphones will be permitted in Manitoba classroomsThe Ontario government announced over the weekend its plan to introduce limits on cellphones in school, as a way to reduce distractions and improve students’ overall health. Could Manitoba follow suit? Drew Stremick reports.Apr 29
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Three Manitoba teens arrested over alleged hockey hazing incidentsManitoba RCMP have arrested three 17-year-old boys, all of whom are high school hockey players, in relation to two separate reports of hazing at a hotel in Winnipeg. Melissa Ridgen looks at what is known so far about the investigation.Global NationalApr 16
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Global National: April 16The federal government has released its 2024 budget, taking aim at improving affordability amid Canada’s slowing economy, and an uphill road for the Liberals in the polls. The highlights from the new fiscal plan, including its focus on helping younger Canadians. Plus, Dawna Friesen speaks with Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland about the increase in the...Global NationalApr 16
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Manitoba government introduces law to lower school age, simplify enrolment processThe Manitoba government has introduced a law that would lower the mandatory age that a child has to attend school and remove barriers to students enrolling in schools in the area where they live.Mar 13
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Winnipeg students come together for third annual Manitoba chess championshipOn Tuesday afternoon, dozens of students from grades seven to 12 got together for the third annual Manitoba High School Chess Championship at Sisler High School in Winnipeg.Mar 26
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Impaired driving prevention program gives Manitoba youth ‘a realistic look’An impaired driving prevention program is making the rounds in Manitoba schools. As a part of MADD’s School Program, the organization said a special screening of an educational film was done at Oak Park High School in Winnipeg on Thursday.Mar 7
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Parental consent should be required for student pronoun changes: Manitoba ToriesThe issue of whether parents should consent to their child’s name or pronoun changes at school reignited in Manitoba Tuesday. The interim leader of the Opposition Progressive Conservatives said parental consent should be required, while the province’s NDP premier accused the Tories of being divisive.PoliticsMar 12
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Annual science fair hosts students in Winnipeg for a shot at a Canada-wide eventStudents from nearly two dozen schools across a Manitoba school division battled it out this week for a spot at the Canada Wide Science Fair in May.Feb 22
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Manitoba mentor advocates for girls in STEM across schoolsThis week, students and educators across Canada celebrated the international day for women and girls in science. Global’s Katherine Dornian speaks to advocates – about how they’re creating space for women in science, technology and engineering fields.EducationFeb 13