New regulations go into effect on Sept. 1 that could end up affecting how much parents will pay for school fees in Alberta.

One expert says the question of forgiving student loans isn't really about education — it's about economics.

The Calgary Board of Education defends rising school fees, adding they are necessary to keep up with student growth and inflation.

Some Alberta parents are still frustrated with the fees they have to pay for certain services at schools, despite the province eliminating some fees in 2017.

Bill 1, which was introduced last year, eliminated school bus fees for students who live 2.4 kilometres or more from the designated school they attend.

The Edmonton Public School Board announced Tuesday its 2017-18 budget comes with an $18 million deficit.

The CBE has rejected a motion which would have reinstated service for the 2017-18 school year.

Despite challenges that include the province's Bill 1, the Calgary Catholic School District has approved a balanced budget

The province has approved new regulations that it says could reduce school fees by $50 million a year for Alberta families. 

A new bill aimed at reducing school fees could leave those who live close to their schools still paying for students to ride the school bus.