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flag Ontario plans to end elected school trustees in English public schools by 2026, citing low turnout and inefficiency, while keeping them for Catholic and French boards.

flag Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra says he will announce changes to school board trustees in early 2026, signaling a likely elimination of elected trustees in English public school boards, which have no constitutional protection. flag He cited low voter turnout and lack of evidence that trustees are essential for managing the province’s $43-billion education budget. flag Catholic and French board trustees will retain roles in denominational matters. flag No board closures, mergers, or charter schools are planned. flag All boards must establish Student and Family Support Offices by September 2026 to centralize parent concerns. flag Critics call the move undemocratic and warn it could harm advocacy for students with special needs. flag The province has taken control of six underperforming boards, with no plans to restore trustees there.

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