Tag: Ontario public school system

Anthony Furey: The Standards in Canadian Schools Are Slipping at a Rapid Pace

Commentary Last fall, many candidates for trustee in municipal races across Canada—mostly in Ontario and British Columbia—ran on what was broadly described as anti-woke platforms. They warned against the politicization of the school system and an erosion of standards that pushed kids more towards an activist mindset than to developing the well-rounded skills they need…


Michael Zwaagstra: A Christmas Wish List for Schools

Commentary Christmas is fast approaching. One thing we often do during the holiday season is share our wish lists. In that spirit, here is my Christmas wish list for schools across Canada. First, I would like for all students to be in safe and orderly classrooms. Recent media stories about the violent incidents at York…