Quebec Secularism
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Quebec to investigate three schools over toxic climate allegationsQuebec has ordered audits of 17 schools amid concerns that the secular nature of public schools was not being respected, with a report expected in January.EducationDec 11
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Quebec premier’s suggestion to ban public prayer panned by Catholic bishopsFrançois Legault raised the possibility of ending public prayer during a press conference, which he began by saying he wanted to send a 'very clear message to Islamists.'CanadaDec 10
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Quebec promises new legislation to strengthen secularism in schoolsPremier François Legault says there are teachers introducing “Islamist religious concepts” into Quebec schools, in violation of the principle of secularism.EducationDec 6
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Quebec to audit 17 schools after complaints over secularism non-complianceQuebec Education Minister Bernard Drainville says his department will investigate complaints at 17 schools where it is alleged that state secularism is not being respected.CanadaNov 14
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Montreal to remove city hall welcome sign that includes woman wearing hijabThe image at City Hall was revealed last June, after the building reopened following extensive renovations. Since then, there have been numerous calls for it to be taken down.CanadaOct 28
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How a Montreal school reignited a debate over secularism and Bill 21 in QuebecAn investigation into a climate of fear at a Montreal primary school has reignited a debate about secularism in Quebec's education system.EducationOct 24
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Legault ‘shocked’ by Montreal teacher scandal, pledges to tighten secularism controlsThe premier said on social media that he will see how Quebec's secularism rules can be tightened in response to a government investigation into the Bedford school in Montreal.CanadaOct 22
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More groups join fight against Quebec’s controversial secularism lawThe groups claim that the law, which bars many public sector workers, like teachers, from wearing religious attire at work, has caused people to lose jobs.CanadaApr 30
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Montreal school board to appeal Bill 21 ruling to Supreme Court of CanadaBill 21 bars public sector workers in positions of authority — including teachers, judges, and police officers — from wearing religious symbols on the job.CanadaApr 11
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Quebec court ruling on secularism law fuels debate on notwithstanding clauseThe court's endorsement of the use of the clause, which allows governments to override fundamental Charter rights, is sparking debate about the constitutional provision.CanadaMar 2
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