Provincial and territorial ministers of education gathered in Toronto this week to tackle shared priorities — from student safety and technology use in schools to preparing learners for future careers. Their discussions signal potential shifts in policies that directly shape classrooms across Canada.
NL’s Premier Andrew Hogan and Minister of Education Bernard Davis have presented the 2025 Premier’s Award for Innovation in Teaching and the Minister’s Award for Compassion in Teaching, honouring nine educators for their exemplary contributions to K–12 education in the province.
In October 2024, Ontario’s privacy commissioner introduced the Digital Privacy Charter for schools—12 commitments that guide boards in protecting student data and promoting digital citizenship. Backed by curriculum goals and new legal duties, the charter fosters trust and transparency.
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