The Scottish Government published updated national guidance encouraging schools to restrict mobile phone use during teaching and learning time at a minimum, ahead of planned legislation.
The Scottish Government reported that participation in school instrumental music tuition rose to more than 70,000 learners after fees were abolished and annual investment of up to £12 million continued.
Alberta opened the 2026-27 student aid cycle and published changes to student aid rules for the new loan year. Updates include living allowance changes, student contribution changes, and reinstated parental or spousal contribution assessment.
Alberta and Canada continued expanding school food supports through the National School Food Program funding agreement. Alberta’s school nutrition program supports daily nutritious meals for participating students.
Manitoba opened applications for the 2026-27 Student Advisory Council. The council invites students in Grades 9-12 to contribute student perspectives to provincial education discussions.
Manitoba announced a groundbreaking for a new K-8 school and child care centre in Winnipeg’s Prairie Pointe community. The project is planned to serve up to 800 students and include 134 child care spaces.
Manitoba announced the start of construction on a new K-8 school and child care facility in Devonshire Park. The project is planned to serve up to 800 students and add 134 child care spaces.
Saskatchewan confirmed that work continues on the design of a new francophone elementary school in Saskatoon’s Kensington area. The project is planned for up to 400 students and a 51-space child care centre.
Prince Edward Island published 2026-27 full-time student aid application guidance and updated eligibility information for private for-profit institutions. The changes include new limits for students at private for-profit institutions outside Canada from August 1, 2026.
Newfoundland and Labrador announced that 2026-27 student financial assistance applications are now being accepted. The province highlighted loans, non-repayable grants, and the Debt Reduction Grant Program for eligible borrowers.