Minister announces further delay for Parry Sound school, vows oversight

Minister announces further delay for Parry Sound school, vows oversight

Ontario's education minister says the new Parry Sound K-12 school is delayed until at least September 2026. The province, which recently took control of the local school board, will appoint a project manager to oversee construction.

Education minister visits the Near North Board

By Richard CoffinEducation Minister Paul Calandra was in North Bay and Parry Sound last week visiting the Near North District School Board.He says based on the visit and a progress assessment of the new K-12 school in Parry Sound, it’s clear the new school will not be ready to open before September 2026.“I understand how disappointing this news is for families who have been waiting far too long,” Calandra says in a letter to parents at the board…