School Funding

• Manitoba promises $100M increase in funding for school divisions

  The money represents a 6.1 per cent increase in operating funding, according to the government.

  Education

  Feb 2
  
• Edmonton Public School Board tables $1.2B budget, but some say it isn’t enough

  The Edmonton Public School Board approved a $1.2-billion budget for the upcoming school year on Friday, but board members are concerned the budget isn't keeping pace with reality.

  Education

  May 29, 2022
  
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• Education minister announces $100 million in additional spending for Manitoba schools

  The province is pledging an additional $100 million in education spending as part of its 2021 budget, Education Minister Cliff Cullen announced Thursday.

  Education

  Apr 15, 2021
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• Manitoba schools to see increase in funding for 2021-22 school year: Cullen

  Manitoba's public schools will see another increase in funding, the province's education minister, Cliff Cullen, announced Friday.

  Education

  Feb 5, 2021
• McMaster, Mohawk getting more provincial funding for repairs and maintenance

  'Well-maintained facilities and the latest in learning tools and equipment are critical parts of a post-secondary education,' said MPP Donna Skelly.

  Education

  Dec 11, 2020
• Province allocates $37.5 million to Saskatchewan schools in 2nd round of funding

  Saskatchewan announced $37.5 million in approved funding on Thursday to help keep staff and students safe in schools.

  Canada

  Dec 10, 2020
• TVDSB holding meeting to decide whether to dip into reserve funds to cover coronavirus costs

  TVDSB trustees will vote on a request to use $9.4 million to help keep 'students and staff safe and healthy during the pandemic.'

  Education

  Aug 25, 2020
• School out for summer in Edmonton, attention turns to fall

  A drive-by parade at Grandin Elementary School gave staff, students and parents a chance to say goodbye.

  Education

  Jun 26, 2020
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• University of Manitoba fundraising campaign brings in $626 million

  The fundraising campaign, launched in 2015, started with a goal to raise $500 million for the school, but on Thursday the U of M announced it has brought in more than $626 million

  Education

  Apr 2, 2020
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• Province provides funding supplement to B. C. school districts for children and youth in care

  The provincial government has put in place new funding for children and youth in care as part of changes to funding to school districts.

  Education

  Feb 7, 2020