Recess scheduling debate sparks calls for student well being
The Toronto Star notes a ministry memo seeking boards input on regulatory changes for K to Grade 6 scheduling to boost learning. It discusses flexible recess and lunch timing within a 300 daily minute instructional frame, amid boards already using a balanced day model. Research links recess to academics and mental health, urging genuine pauses from cognitive effort.
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Recess as essential for healthy development and learning
The piece argues recess supports brain development, mood, attention, and social bonds. It cites UN rights and Canada’s obligations, contrasts with structured activity, and cites Physical and Health Education Canada guidelines for daily recess counts by grade, urging schools to protect and prioritize unstructured play.
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OPEC’s market share gambit risks global oil turmoil
Rashid Husain Syed argues OPEC faces a dangerous path flooding the market to regain share. With weak demand and rising non OPEC output, the July 5 production rise threats prices and Canada’s oil sands, risking fiscal strain for Alberta and broader Canada. The piece cites past crashes in 2014 and 2020 as warnings.
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Letter to the Editor on Miles Street homeless site
A Thunder Bay reader criticizes city leadership for poor recommendations favoring the Miles Street location for a homeless village. The writer questions council homework, cites past costly projects, and argues funds should focus on the south side to boost commerce and reduce encampments, praising the council's vote against Miles Street.
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