Education

The future of diapers? UW scientist creates super-absorbing hydrogel

The future of disposable diapers, menstrual products and more could be coming from a lab at the University of Waterloo. Chemical engineering professor, Dr. Tizazu Mekonnen, developed an all-natural,...

January 9, 2026 10:07 am EST EST

Icy conditions cancel school buses in Guelph area

Students in the area of Guelph will need to arrange alternate transportation to school on Tuesday morning, as icy conditions are expected on the drive. Student Transportation Services Wellington-Dufferin...

January 6, 2026 8:58 am EST EST

Future uncertain for Ontario college students as federal policy brings cuts, layoffs

Colleges across Ontario have announced the suspension of dozens of programs in response to a lower federal cap on international students.

December 26, 2025 4:00 am EST EST

'Inhumane': Local union heads respond to lay-offs at Conestoga College

While many are beginning to get comfortable and enjoy time with their families this holiday season, the spirits aren't as high for faculty and support staff at Conestoga College, still reeling after nearly...

December 24, 2025 6:58 am EST EST

Parents on edge as Ford government launches review of underused schools

Ontario parents are on edge as the Ford government confirms it will be launching a review into underused schools in some school boards. It has fueled new concerns about what could happen to smaller...

January 5, 2026 12:16 pm EST EST

Changes coming to Ontario kindergarten curriculum

Changes are coming to what Ontario's youngest students will be learning in kindergarten, but not everyone is happy about it, prompting some experts to speak out. The updated curriculum was set...

December 19, 2025 6:53 am EST EST

Kitchener public school evacuated and searched after bomb threat

Waterloo regional police searched a public school in Kitchener on Monday following a reported bomb threat. Initially, police said they were on scene in the area of Courtland Avenue Public School for...

December 16, 2025 6:44 am EST EST

Chris Hadfield to lend voice in new documentary about Waterloo Region

He's been to outer space and was the commander of the international space station, but now Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield will go on a different journey. A new documentary called It Started in Waterloo:...

December 15, 2025 6:37 am EST EST

GRCI, Rosemount to reopen Friday after power outage

A power outage in Kitchener forced two schools to close Thursday. In a statement, the Waterloo Regional District School Board (WRDSB) said Grand River Collegiate Institute (GRCI) and Rosemount at GRCI...

December 12, 2025 3:52 am EST EST

Buses cancelled on Wednesday with schools open

Heavy snowfall and poor road conditions have all school buses, taxis and special education routes cancelled in Waterloo Region on Wednesday. This includes transportation for students in both the Waterloo...

December 10, 2025 9:30 am EST EST