15 h. ago B.C. teen who died of drug overdose remembered with moment of silence at his school

Karen and Greg Dunlap said they hope that by sharing their son's story, it will spark more discussion about addiction and mental health.

Society

44 h. ago Parents outraged after U.K. school axes Easter celebration because it’s not ‘inclusive’

A secular primary school in England is under fire from Christians after announcing it was cancelling annual Easter celebrations over inclusivity concerns. About 50 protesters gathered outside Norwood Primary School in Eastleigh, Hampshire, on April 4 after a letter was sent home to parents informing them of the decision to scrap the Easter Bonnet Parade […]

Society

3 d. ago School tax increases raise questions about Manitoba’s property tax changes

Recent increases in school taxes have put a dent in the Manitoba government’s estimate of how many homeowners are better off under its new tax-credit system.

Society

4 d. ago Alberta elementary students create their own school news channel

From current events to weather, the Coalbanks Channel 17 School News team has passion for journalism, and an undeniable hunger for storytelling.

Society

4 d. ago Surrey School District cancels all U.S. field trips over ‘border safety’

Mark Pearmain, Supt. and CEO of the Surrey School District, told Global News that the district has a "vibrant and diverse" community of 85,000 students.

Society

4 d. ago 'Shocking': Vancouver school bus drivers face pay cut, as district abandons 'living wage' policy

The VSB's decision to slash wages for lowest-paid workers, including bus drivers and attendants who help disabled kids, is "shocking and disgraceful," said Anastasia French, manager of Living Wage for Families B.C.

Society

5 d. ago Parents express frustration over special education supports: School board

Parents feel they must “constantly advocate” to get support for their children with special education needs in London-area public schools, a new report states.

Society

6 d. ago Some Canadian schools suspend or cancel U.S. field trips amid trade war

At least two Canadian school districts have suspended or cancelled field trips down south over political uncertainty in the United States. 

Society

6 d. ago Still no resolution for new Camrose high school stuck in limbo

Although Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic High School is basically complete, there's no solid access and no power to the school — and who will get it finished remains unclear.

Society

7 d. ago After lengthy public hearing, Calgary council approves Viscount Bennett school redevelopment

'If we expect perfection, the reality is we'll just get nothing because perfection is subjective,' said area councillor Courtney Walcott

Society

7 d. ago Alberta looks to stop school boards from removing or disqualifying trustees

Alberta plans to make key changes that would remove the ability for school boards to disqualify or remove a trustee. Under Bill 51 — the Education Amendment Act 2025 — the proposed changes would make it so a school board trustee who is found in breach of a school board code of conduct can only […]

Society

7 d. ago School trip to U.S.? Be ready for border issues, Thames Valley tells schools

Thames Valley schools must have a plan in case students on 13 school trips to the U.S. are turned back at the border, officials say

Society

8 d. ago Parents now face different chaos with OCDSB boundary changes

Some parents were relieved when Ottawa's largest school board backtracked on changes. Others say the the new plan is just as confusing.

Other

8 d. ago UBC professors taking school to court over ’political’ actions by administration

The petition filed in B.C. Supreme Court on Monday alleges the school is breaching the University Act

Politics

8 d. ago Stolen car crashed after driving through school yard as kids played: Police

A London man is charged after police say a stolen vehicle was driven through a school yard while children were playing nearby.

Society

1 week ago Union: Will taxpayers see the result of the Thames Valley school board audit?

The Ministry of Education is saying little about its ongoing probe of the deficit-ridden Thames Valley school board including if the public will ever see the results.

Society

1 week ago Vancouver cuts school meal program funding, raising concerns about student hunger

The federal government recently pledged $39.4 million over three years to expand school food programs across more than 1,000 B.C. schools.

Society

1 week ago GRADitude gives Calgary high school students style, confidence on their big day

Groups come together to ensure every Grade 12 student can get the graduation attire of their dreams, regardless of their financial situation

Society

1 week ago Man arrested for allegedly exposing himself to two students near Calgary elementary school

Twenty-six-year-old man arrested and charged after alleged incident near Nellie McLung school.

Society

1 week ago Israeli strike on school in Gaza kills at least 27 people, Palestinian officials say

DEIR AL BALAH, Gaza Strip — Israeli airstrikes killed at least 100 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip on Thursday, including 27 or more sheltering at a school, according to Palestinian medical authorities, in a stepped-up offensive that Israel’s military said is intended to pressure Hamas and eventually expel the militant group. The bodies of 14 […]

Society