Back to school: Everything you need to know about Ontario's education policy changes
08-09-2026 10:00 via cbc.ca

Back to school: Everything you need to know about Ontario's education policy changes

Changes for the 2026-2027 school year include mandatory final exams, attendance grading, a financial literacy graduation requirement, new student and family support offices, and a revised kindergarten curriculum.
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