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Are you thinking about studying abroad in Canada? Or sending your child to study in Canada? Canada is recognized for its quality education at all levels. Canada’s provincial and territorial governments are responsible for education. They follow government standards to ensure high quality public education across the country. School is mandatory for children from about the age of six years old to 18 years old. Our study environments are safe and welcoming. You’ll discover a world of possibilities!  

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Average tuition fee for full-time Canadian undergraduate students in Canada in 2023/24, by field of study (in Canadian dollars)

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A Newcomers’ Guide to Education in Canada

Discover the canadian educational system with our in-depth guide. we give newcomers to canada the crucial information they need for a successful educational experience in canada, from the school enrollment procedure in primary and high school to an understanding of post-secondary education options across this country., table of contents, is education free in canada for immigrants, is education in canada public or private, who pays for education in canada, what are the other education options for my child, which province in canada has the best education system.

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Welcome to your comprehensive guide on Canada's educational system. This manual will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the Canadian educational system's framework, from early childhood schooling to high school. It addresses important subjects such as school selection, enrollment procedures, grading systems, and the distinctions between public and private schools. We also explore practical topics like common school events and activities as well as parental involvement in a child’s education and the SWIS program. We'll also go over the assistance available for students with special learning needs and the significance of language classes in the classroom. Dive into this guide to prepare for a rewarding and successful educational journey in Canada for you and your family.

Yes. Getting an education for your child in Canada is free for all newcomers to Canada, including permanent residents, work permit holders and study permit holders.

As a permanent resident in Canada, you will not need to provide any extra documentation to allow your child to receive a free public school education in this country. In Canada, the public school education system covers the costs of school for all children of Canadian citizens and permanent residents from kindergarten to the end of high school. Typically, this means that school is free for children from the ages of 5 or 6 to 18 years old. This is because the Canadian education system is jointly funded through the taxes paid by all residents.

On the other hand, temporary residents (including study permit and work permit holders) may need to supply their local school board with certain documents to verify their child’s eligibility for a free public school education. The required documents may vary based on the province or territory you choose to settle in, as each region in Canada has unique rules that govern its education system.

In other words, for work and study permit holders in Canada with temporary resident status, their child’s eligibility for a no-cost public school education will depend on the rules of the school board in their community .

Example: Toronto District School Board (TDSB) in Ontario

In Toronto, the most populated city in Canada’s most popular immigrant destination province, the TDSB notes that children of work permit holders “may” qualify for “fee-exempt status” under certain conditions.

The same is true for any children of study permit holders under the age of 18. Under a specific set of conditions decided by the TDSB , including but not limited to the following, study permit holders in Canada can have their children educated in Canada’s public school education system for free.

• The parent must have a letter of acceptance from a designated learning institution that receives operating grants from the Government of Ontario
• The parent must maintain status as a full-time student
• The student must live with the parent who is studying in Ontario
• The parent must be accepted into a full-time program leading to a post-secondary degree, diploma, or certificate program. Certificate programs must be at least 2 semesters long and meet the Ministry requirement for total instructional hours (minimum 600+ hours).

According to the TDSB, if the fee-exempt status applies, the student may begin school 1 week before the start date of the parent’s program fees will apply to students who wish to enroll prior to this date.

Government and school board resources in the province and community you settle in will be able to provide policy information specific to your situation.

Note: If newcomers to Canada want to have their children educated outside of the public school system, they will incur out-of-pocket costs to enrol their child in a private school or boarding school (more on private vs public education to follow).

Canada has both public and private education options in most communities across the country, allowing families to decide on their child’s educational path based on their available financial resources and educational preferences.

Public schools are, as the name suggests, institutions funded by taxes collected from the public in each province/territory. These schools offer free education for children from kindergarten until they graduate from high school. Public schools are all governed by the province/territory they are in. This means that the material that their students are taught is chosen by the governments of each region.

Private schools, on the other hand, are owned by private entities that charge parents an annual tuition fee to enrol their children. Tuition fees vary significantly based on the institution. Private schools are not restricted to the curriculum decided by the province in which they are located, allowing them to independently decide what to teach students enrolled at their institution.

Newcomers to Canada can incur costs for their child’s education depending on the type of institution they want their child to attend.

While a public school education is free for most residents of Canada (see above note regarding children of work and study permit holders) from when they begin kindergarten to when they graduate high school, these costs can range from between $15,000 and $30,000 annually for their child to attend a private/independent day school or $63,000 to $83,000 every year to obtain a private/independent boarding school education.

Beyond public and private education options, parents interested in educating their children themselves may partake in homeschooling. Similar to how public schooling systems differ by province or territory, rules and regulations for homeschooling your child also vary based on the region you are living in.

Note: Parents can often find suggested curriculum and supporting material online. Less than one percent of children in Canada are homeschooled.

Generally, Canada has a high quality of education regardless of where you settle across this country.

Determining which province has the “best” education system, however, is a matter of understanding your family’s needs and preferences. Educational curriculums for the public school system are decided at the provincial/territorial level, meaning that each region makes its own choices about what students learn.

For instance, while French is mandatory in the Ontario education system's curriculum for students in grades 4 through 8, learning French is only a recommendation in Alberta. Meanwhile, French is the predominant language of educational instruction in Quebec, as it is the first language of the province.

To the extent possible, it may be worth using the internet to assess the different curriculums across Canada before picking the province or territory you would like to settle your family in.

How do I enrol my child in school in Canada?

In Canada, the school enrollment process will vary depending on the level of school you’re interested in for your child and where you live. In any case, however, parents require the following four documents to enrol their children in primary (elementary) or secondary (high) schools across Canada:

• birth certificate
• proof of guardianship or custody
• proof of residency
• record of immunizations (to prove that your child’s vaccines are up to date)

The first step in the enrolment process for both elementary and high school in Canada is to contact your local school board.

Since a school board usually manages a number of schools in the community, you will often have more than one school to choose from in your region.

When a child is first enrolled in school across Canada, either the school board or the school they will be attending will assess their level of education and decide the level they should be placed at as well as whether they require free support (ex. English or French classes).

Schools operate between September and June every year, minus weekends and holidays such as Christmas or March Break.

Although this can vary at every school in Canada, elementary and high schools across this country typically begin their day between 8 and 9 am. The school day usually ends between 3 and 4 pm. In the case of universities and colleges across Canada, times tend to vary because they typically offer flexibility through evening and night classes for students that need such options.

Summer break in Canada is between the end of one school year (late June) and the start of the next (early September).

Students in Canada can study in either English or French. Some educational institutions offer instruction in both languages, but students are not required to be fluent in both languages to attend school at any level in Canada.

Across most of the country, the main language of education is English, but French language education is also widely available. Regardless of the main language of instruction, some level of French or English as a second language is generally taught from an early age.

In Quebec, however, students are usually required to be educated in French until the end of secondary school. This includes newcomers to Canada, although some private education options may be available for Quebec-bound newcomers who would like their child to be taught in English. In addition, temporary residents in Quebec (ex. on a study permit, work permit etc.) may enrol their child in school with English-language instruction.

In addition to standard class instruction in English and French, many institutions across Canada offer English as a Second Language (ESL) and French as a Second Language (FSL) classes to students of all ages. These classes are designed to aid newcomer students in Canada, whose first language is not English or French, with learning how to write, read and speak in one of Canada’s two official languages.

Especially for newcomers to Canada, specially designed and focused language classes are an integral part of the Canadian education system due to the advantages they provide children as they go through life, from when they begin learning French and English to when they become self-sufficient working adults. Knowledge of Canada’s official languages has been shown to be correlated with greater economic and career success in this country, meaning that your child could benefit greatly from receiving an education in both languages.

Although there are variations based on the province/territory of education, the following table includes the general grading system used in Canadian schools.

It is important for parents of children with disabilities/special needs to understand that Canada values the inclusion of all children within the education system. For that reason, many Canadian schools offer one or both of the following education options for students with intellectual and/or physical disabilities. The placement of your child in one of these situations will typically depend on the extent of their needs.

Note: Other resources available for children with special learning needs include resource workers inside a school who are trained to aid students with disabilities throughout their learning experience.

Immersion in standard classes with the help of an Individual Education Plan (IEP) or similar aid

For students with mild physical disabilities as well as some less severe intellectual disabilities, many of Canada’s schools will try to immerse them into standard classes with their classmates. Recognizing that they still may need special attention, many provinces and territories use Individual Education Plans (IEPs) to improve the learning experience of students with special needs. These plans outline how a school board will assist a student - through accommodations, services and special programs - to make sure that they are able to learn optimally and get the most out of their education.

Specialized classroom settings for students requiring extra help and attention

In the case of students with more advanced special needs, many Canadian schools offer special education classes where your child will be grouped alongside other students with special needs for a uniquely designed educational experience. In these classes, students will typically be taught different content than in standard classes, usually at a different pace that is more suitable for their needs.

Across Canada, schools often organize field trips that allow students to explore and learn while away from the classroom. Several examples of common field trip locations in Ontario, the top province for newcomer settlement, include the Ontario Science Centre and Black Creek Pioneer Village. These trips, which are typically organized to span a full school day, give children the opportunity to have fun and learn in a new environment.

Other common activities run by Canadian schools include extracurricular sports teams and clubs for children to interact with one another outside of school hours. Always involving the guidance of an adult (typically a teacher at the school), clubs may operate for such things as chess or student government in high school as well as art, math or photography. Available clubs and teams will depend on the school board where your child is enrolled.

Finally, many Canadian schools host annual events and spirit days that allow children to get involved with different parts of this country’s history. For instance, some communities across Canada celebrate Canadian icon Terry Fox with an annual Terry Fox Run. Likewise, it is common for schools in many areas of Canada to hold a moment of silence and a “ceremony” (often referred to as an “assembly”) on Remembrance Day in honour of Canada’s military.

In Canada, many schools have Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) that allow parents the opportunity to involve themselves at their child’s school through fundraising and event planning, as well as volunteering their time to chaperone events such as school dances or field trips.

A less time-consuming way to get involved in your child’s education is to attend their parent-teacher conferences, which give you the chance to get to know your child’s educators as well as get a better understanding of what they are learning, their strengths and weaknesses as a student and what you can do at home to help them succeed in the classroom.

Finally, one way to get very involved in your child’s education is by participating in events and meetings with the school board or school district. School boards across Canada hold regular meetings throughout the school year, as well as the summer months, to give parents and community members the opportunity to voice their opinion and influence the school board’s direction and decisions (curriculum etc.). There may even be opportunities for parents to obtain a seat on the school board committee, as positions open throughout the year and spots are voted on by the members of the community served by the board.

Talk to your child’s school and their teachers to get an even greater idea of how you can get involved with their educational experience in Canada.

The Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) program is an initiative from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) that operates in many provinces across Canada. This program provides newcomer students and their families with settlement services and information through a SWIS worker assigned to your child’s school.

Through this program, SWIS workers assist students and their families with their transition to life in Canada by giving them information to help them get more comfortable in a new country while also referring them to resources provided by other entities (schools, agencies, community programs) that also assist them in this goal.

Please contact your school or the SWIS office directly (after enrolling your child at a school) to find out more about SWIS services available in your area.

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Majority of post-secondary students 'financially unstable' according to new survey

Canadian post-secondary students are struggling financially and relying on their parents to get by, according to details from a new survey.

The survey comes from TD Bank Group and found 65 per cent of students in post-secondary education are "financially unstable" and 45 per cent can't cover food or housing.

The number is higher in the Prairies with 71 per cent saying they struggle financially.

It was also noted 64 per cent of students surveyed do have some sort of budget to track their expenses, but only 41 per cent can follow it.

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Despite financial concerns, the survey found the majority of students do want to learn more about financial planning, but 20 per cent get their financial advice from social media.

"It's encouraging to see them interested in seeking advice," said Emily Ross, the vice president of Everyday Advice Journey at TD, in a news release. "That said, it's prudent for students to exercise some caution when taking financial advice from certain sources on social media platforms, which are often unvetted and untailored to each individual and their unique circumstances."

Parents of students were also surveyed, and almost all of them said they provide financial support for their kids, with more than half providing a "significant amount of support."

The majority of parents also think their kids’ budgeting habits need to improve. The survey found parents want to see better spending habits, improved financial literacy, less reliance on parents, and use financial tracking apps.

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"Coming out of the survey, we can see that Canadian parents recognize areas in their children's financial knowledge and spending habits that could use some improvement."

A breakdown of the numbers for the Prairies shows 96 per cent of parents in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba are helping pay for post-secondary, with almost 80 per cent saying it means they can't meet basic needs or afford extra activities – this stat is the highest in the country.

The survey also found 43 per cent of students don't have a job to help pay for school or other expenses.

Meranda Hamilton, a budgeting expert with TD, said the best advice she can give to parents is it's never too early to start saving for school.

"You can talk to a financial advisor when your kids are young. Get started on putting money aside into RESPs to save. You can talk about options for financing their post-secondary education," said Hamilton.

She noted there are also options for students who are already in school and are looking to go further in their education, such as in the medical field.

"When it comes to advice for parents and students together, I will say have the conversation together. We've seen some really great trends this year on social media where Gen Z are doing things like loud budgeting and the no-buy challenge. So they're really engaged in destigmatizing these conversations. I think the time is right to talk about them right before they start school."

Maru Public Opinion conducted the survey on behalf of TD and randomly polled 1,029 Canadians – 514 post-secondary students and 515 parents with kids in post-secondary school – between July 26 and Aug. 4.

The survey has an estimated margin of error of ±4.3 per cent, 19 times out of 20.

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Government of Canada invests in making post-secondary education more affordable to all

From: Employment and Social Development Canada

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The COVID-19 pandemic has tested Canadians in many ways. However, as Canadians work together in the fight against COVID-19, they must continue to plan for the future. For some, this includes saving for their child’s education after high school. Supporting families and at-risk communities, and making it easier for them to prepare for life’s important milestones, is a core part of the Government’s plan to build a stronger and more resilient country.

February 3, 2021              Gatineau, Quebec              Employment and Social Development Canada The COVID-19 pandemic has tested Canadians in many ways. However, as Canadians work together in the fight against COVID-19, they must continue to plan for the future. For some, this includes saving for their child’s education after high school. Supporting families and at-risk communities, and making it easier for them to prepare for life’s important milestones, is a core part of the Government’s plan to build a stronger and more resilient country. That is why the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough, today announced up to $6.7 million in funding for Phase II of the Canada Learning Bond Pilot Project, supported by a public call for proposals to choose partner organizations. Through this investment, the Government of Canada will fund projects to help increase awareness of the Bond and reduce barriers to access so that children who need it most can benefit from this education savings incentive. This second phase builds on the success of Phase I, which provided funding to 12 community-based projects across Canada. Phase I projects are testing innovative approaches to reach vulnerable Canadians where they live and in ways that support their needs. Workshops, one-on-one sessions, animated videos and other creative methods have been used to raise awareness and support enrolment in the Bond in communities across Canada. For Phase II, eligible organizations may receive up to $1 million in funding over two years for projects that test ways to help people access Registered Education Savings Plans and the Canada Learning Bond. Projects will focus on children from families with low incomes, children of single parents, children in care, children and families living in rural or remote regions of Canada, and youth transitioning to post-secondary education. They will also need to take into account barriers related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Charities and not-for-profit organizations, organizations from the education, social services and employment services sectors, municipalities and Indigenous organizations are encouraged to review the applicant guide and apply by March 17, 2021.  

“We all want what is best for our children. But some Canadians face challenges, and saving money may not be as easy as it once was. That is why the Canada Learning Bond is such a valuable tool in helping prepare a child for success. And yet, our most vulnerable communities are the ones that face the greatest barriers to accessing this beneficial support. With the funding I am announcing today, we can help reach and support more Canadian families so they can build a better tomorrow.” – Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough

Quick facts

The Canada Learning Bond is available for eligible children from low-income families born in 2004 or later and provides an initial payment of $500 plus $100 for each year of eligibility, up to age 15, for a maximum of $2,000. 

As part of Budget 2017, the Government of Canada committed $12 million in grants and contributions to launch the Canada Learning Bond Pilot Project. The Pilot Project provides funding to community-based initiatives offering supports that help families plan for their child’s post-secondary education.

The Government of Canada also offers the Canada Education Savings Grant to help save for a child’s future. The Grant consists of a basic amount of 20% on the first $2,500 in annual personal contributions to a Registered Education Savings Plan (which is available to all eligible children regardless of family income), as well as the additional amount of the Grant, which is:

• 10% on the first $500 of annual personal contributions for children from families with an adjusted income greater than $49,020 and up to $98,040; or
• 20% on the first $500 of annual personal contributions for children from families with an adjusted income of $49,020 or less.

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Here's what jobs will survive in the AI boom: Statistics Canada estimates

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the job market at an unprecedented pace, and new federal research shows that as these technologies evolve, some jobs are poised to benefit, while others may face significant challenges.

A study published Tuesday by Statistics Canada (StatCan) sheds light on how different occupations may be affected by the AI boom, including those who might lose their jobs in a more automation-driven future.

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The analysis examined two key metrics to categorize jobs in an AI-driven labour market: Exposure, or the scope of projected AI impacts on those in a given occupation, and "complementarity," or the measure of whether AI helps or harms those currently holding the role.

Workers with high complementarity could expect AI to make their tasks and projects more efficient, while those with low complementarity may find their job could be made redundant entirely in an AI-powered workplace.

From those metrics, the study authors broke our three groups of workers: Those highly exposed to AI and who might benefit from it, those whose tasks might be replaced by AI, and those whose jobs aren't AI-compatible at all.

“Unlike previous waves of automation, which mainly transformed the jobs of less educated employees performing routine and non-cognitive tasks, AI is more likely to transform the jobs of highly educated employees performing non-routine and cognitive tasks,“ the study says.

The winners

According to the study, jobs that require higher levels of education, in sectors like healthcare and teaching, are more complementary to AI technologies.

Notable professions in this category include family physicians, teachers and electrical engineers. Twenty-nine per cent of Canadian workers made up this category in May 2021, says the study.

Results showed that AI may be more likely to transform the jobs of highly educated workers than those with less schooling, with 50 per cent of workers holding bachelor's degrees or higher considered both highly exposed and highly complementary to AI.

“Workers will still need the skills to be able to leverage the potential benefits of AI,” the study noted.

On the flipside, the study reveals that some jobs are at high risk of negative AI impacts.

Computer programmers and office workers—roles traditionally seen as secure in a tech-driven economy—are among the most vulnerable, according to the StatCan analysis.

The study defines these sectors as “high exposure and low complementarity,” indicating that AI could replace much of the work currently done by humans in these fields.

About 31 per cent of employees in Canada fell into this group as of May 2021.

While these occupations perform complex tasks, AI is advancing to perform these tasks just as effectively.

AI systems are capable of writing and debugging code like the computer programmers who work in these areas, and who “may be more susceptible to AI-related job transformation if AI is proficient in writing that code,” the study says.

Compared against the high-complimentarity group, researchers emphasize that the difference isn’t about the level of education, but how AI interacts with their work.

Despite similar education backgrounds, employees in fields like finance, insurance and technical services face higher exposure to AI-related job transformation, but with lower potential for complementarity.

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“Close to 60 per cent of employees or more who studied mathematics and computer and information sciences—regardless of where they received their postsecondary education—were in high-exposure, low-complementarity jobs," the study reads.

“However, this does not necessarily mean that computer and information systems professionals will be in less demand in the future because of AI,” the study warns.

“While these professionals may be in high-exposure, low complementarity jobs, they are integral to maintaining and improving the underlying AI infrastructure, and this may lead to the creation of new tasks or jobs,” it added.

The low-exposure zone

While AI significantly impacts many occupations, there are still jobs that remain largely insulated from this technological wave.

These roles typically involve manual tasks that require a high degree of physical presence and hands-on skills, making them less susceptible to automation, the study found.

Jobs in this group include carpenters, welders, plumbers, food and beverage servers and firefighters.

“Low exposure occupations appear to be those that usually do not require a high level of education,” the study says.

Forty per cent of Canadian works were in the category as of May 2021.

But the researchers note that these estimates of AI’s exposure in jobs are based on a limited number of AI applications and their impact on some human abilities.

“The set of tasks which AI might be able to perform full unsupervised might grow in the future with technological advancement,” the study advises.

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As well, employers may factor in financial, legal, and institutional reasons to avoid replacing human workers with AI, even if it is technologically feasible.

The study says higher exposure to AI in a particular occupation does not necessarily imply a higher risk of job loss. 

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Suspect charged with 2nd-degree murder 1 year after Smithers, B.C., shooting

Mounties in northwestern B.C. say they have arrested the suspect in a fatal shooting almost exactly a year after it occurred.

Peterborough police officer charged with breach of trust, possession of property obtained by crime

A Peterborough police officer has been charged with breach of trust and possession of property obtained by crime.

Driver ran red light before Whitby hit-and-run that left woman with critical injuries: police

A woman is in hospital in life-threatening condition after she was struck in a hit-and-run in Whitby early Saturday morning.

Calgary water consumption increases slightly Friday as high temperatures drive up demand

Calgary water consumption ticked up to 505 million litres Friday as sweltering mid-summer temperatures drove up demand.

George Moss Park opens in Ogden, Phase 2 announced

Here's what the latest rate cut means for mortgage holders, home buyers

The Bank of Canada has lowered its key interest rate by 25 basis points to 4.25 per cent.

Garage fire displaces two adults in Orleans

Ottawa Fire Services says two adults have been displaced following a fire that started in the garage of their home in Orleans Friday evening.

Ottawa canoeist Brianna Hennessy wins Paralympic silver medal

Canadian para canoeist Brianna Hennessy raced to her first Paralympic medal with a reminder of her mother on her paddle.

Former NHLer and addict Brandon Reid's new goal is to help others beat addiction

Brandon Reid was a promising NHLer for the Vancouver Canucks, but his struggles with addiction almost killed him. He now trains other addicts as they fight to stay sober.

Teen killed on e-scooter near Montreal park honoured, calls for more safety measures

Family and community members gathered in Montreal's Cartierville neighbourhood on Saturday to pay respects to a 14-year-old boy who was killed while riding a scooter in the summer.

Petition calls for service dog subsidy for those with autism in Quebec

A petition has garnered more than 10,000 signatures calling for the Quebec subsidy for service dogs to be extended to those with autism.

1 dead, 1 injured after truck and SUV crash head-on near Sedgewick

A woman is dead and a man is in hospital after an SUV and a pick-up truck crashed on Highway 13 near Sedgewick on Friday.

'So many questions and no answers': Family of man killed by police launches lawsuit against EPS

The family of a man shot and killed by police have launched a $1 million lawsuit against the Edmonton Police Service, the police chief and four officers.

N.S. RCMP issues formal apology to African Nova Scotians for historic use of street checks

The Nova Scotia RCMP has issued a formal apology to African Nova Scotians and people of African descent for the historic use of street checks and other harmful interactions.

Flooding repairs at Cape Breton Regional Hospital expected to take five months

The Nova Scotia Health Authority has released more information about the significant flooding at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital on August 25.

Winnipeg Blue Bombers down Saskatchewan Roughriders 26-21

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers defeated the Saskatchewan Roughriders 26-21 on Saturday, marking the team's fifth-straight victory and fifth Banjo Bowl win in a row.

Corn maze craze: Where to get lost this fall

Corn maze season has officially begun throughout Manitoba – a sign that fall is just around the corner.

Mural showcasing diversity and youth unveiled in North Central community

The North Central Community Association has partnered with the Rainbow Youth Centre on a new mural in the heart of North Central.

'Sacredness': Medicine wheel in healing garden dedicated to local elder

A local elder was honoured at Westminster United Church on Saturday by having a medicine wheel dedicated to her.

The victory moved the Bombers into top spot in the CFL's West Division, while the Roughriders remain in third after failing to win for a seventh straight outing.

Some operators losing provincial funding after opting out of $10-a-day child care program

Child care centres that decided not to participate in the national $10-a-day program will soon lose some of their provincial funding.

Saskatoon Public Schools offers counselling support after student set on fire at high school

In the wake of the tragic incident of setting a student on fire at Evan Hardy Collegiate, Saskatoon Public Schools announced that it is providing counselling services to students and staff affected by the event.

'Its a signature event': Broadway street fair returns to Saskatoon

Broadway avenue was alive with the bustle of Saskatoon residents enjoying their weekend. The street was closed off and turned into a pedestrian walkway for a massive street festival that saw thousands of participants.

Northern Ontario

Sudbury opp officer pleads guilty to stealing evidence during moose hunt investigation.

A veteran staff sergeant with the Ontario Provincial Police in Sudbury has been sentenced for stealing two items from a First Nations man and hiding what he did while his fellow officers searched for them.

Fentanyl-laced gummies discovered in Hamilton: police

Hamilton Police are warning locals of the discovery of fentanyl-laced gummies 'disguised as candy,' after finding them during a recent warrant.

‘Proactive enforcement’: City of London housing blitz aims at helping tenants address issues with landlords

The City of London’s municipal enforcement team spent Saturday at 700 units on Kipps Lane, helping tenants address property standards issues.

Strathroy-Caradoc police searching for robbery, stabbing suspects

The Strathroy-Caradoc police are investigating a robbery and stabbing following an incident early Saturday morning.

Trial against former Woodstock mayor, Trevor Birtch, continues

The trial of former Woodstock mayor, Trevor Birtch, continued on Friday.

3-car crash in Midland

Three vehicles were involved in a crash on Bayshore Drive near Frank Street in Midland on Saturday.

Alleged sexual assault under investigation

Officers from Southern Georgian OPP are investigating an alleged overnight sexual assault incident in Midland last weekend.

Parkinson's 'SuperWalk' raises more than $30K

The 35th annual Parkinson Canada 'SuperWalk' in Barrie on Saturday raised more than $30,000 to support Parkinson's Disease research.

Two knives said to be involved in Friday’s fatal police-involved shooting: SIU

The Special Investigations Unit’s (SIU) forensic investigators remain on scene Saturday afternoon following Friday’s fatal shooting involving a Windsor police officer.

VIDEO | Has Walkerville become the 'new downtown' of Windsor? These residents say yes

Citing a vibrant business and dining scene, more active streets and a perception of greater safety, residents at a new event in Walkerville say the neighborhood has become Windsor's "new downtown," outshining the traditional core as the city's most desirable place to be — day or night.

Chatham-Kent police remind drivers to watch for deer

Chatham-Kent police are reminding drivers to watch for deer while out on the roads, especially at dusk and dawn.

Vancouver Island

Man carrying handgun and nearly $30K in cash arrested in Victoria, police say

Police in Victoria say they arrested a man they found in possession of a loaded handgun and more than $29,000 worth of cash earlier this week.

Charges laid in hit-and-run that killed Kelowna teen

A man has now been charged for his alleged role in a hit-and-run that killed a teenager in Kelowna, B.C., last fall.

Have you seen Lulu? Kelowna RCMP searching for stolen puppy

Mounties in Kelowna are appealing to the public for help reuniting a stolen puppy named Lulu with its owner.

City of Lethbridge releases more inclusive welcoming land acknowledgment

A more inclusive and welcoming land acknowledgment has been released by the City of Lethbridge.

Free stuff: Reuse Rendezvous returns to Lethbridge Saturday

Those looking to do some de-cluttering ahead of the fall can put their unwanted items on their front lawn for the annual Reuse Rendezvous this weekend.

Sault Ste. Marie

Robinson Huron Treaty Of 1850 Gathering starts Sunday in Greater Sudbury

The Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850 Gathering 2024 will take place in Greater Sudbury at the Anderson Farm Museum on Sept. 8 and 9.

After nearly running out, Sault foodbank receives a tonne of pasta from the community

A pasta shortage in Sault Ste. Marie is almost never the case, but for one local food bank, the common carb was a rare sight just a few weeks ago.

Sault suspect accused of posing as a teacher, threatened child to send intimate images

A 41-year-old resident of the Sault is accused of posing as a teacher from Wasaga Beach and threatening a child from a nearby community into sending intimate images of themselves.

Dispute over unrecognized Inuit group halts major conference for Canadian North

A 16-year-old biennial event aimed at fostering business in the country's eastern Arctic and northern regions has been cancelled indefinitely as a dispute unfolds between Inuit in Canada and a Labrador group claiming to share their heritage.

Cow cuddling: Why a Newfoundland farm is offering quality time with these 'gentle creatures'

Jim Lester’s farm hopped on the cow-cuddling trend in early August, and his time slots have been pretty well sold out ever since.

Newly reinstated Newfoundland cod fishery temporarily paused as landings hit limit

The federal government has temporarily paused parts of the newly reinstated commercial northern cod fishery off the east coast of Newfoundland as landings approach the seasonal limit.

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