AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoStudent Supports & Back-to-School: Community Care of St. Catharines and Thorold says its Snacks ‘n Sneakers program is helping up to 1,700 kids this year, with Canadian Tire Bank and SportChek supplying backpacks and shoes as demand rises. Health & School Readiness: B.C. health officials are urging parents to get routine vaccinations up to date before school starts, including Tdap-IPV and MMRV. Classroom Tech Rules: New Brunswick is banning elementary students from using phones and other mobile devices during the school day starting in September, with social media blocked on school networks; high school restrictions follow in February. International Students: IRCC is raising the proof-of-funds living expense requirement for study permits from Sept. 1, 2026 to C$23,448 for one person (outside Quebec), with higher amounts for accompanying family. Talent & Research: Canada is recruiting 64 researchers, many from the U.S., backed by $500M+ over eight years through the Global Impact+ initiative. Policy & Funding Pressure: Ontario documents in a court fight allege “suspicious” OSAP activity indicators at some career colleges, after the government blocked OSAP access at five campuses.
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