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The Centre for Integrative Anti-Racism Studies (CIARS) at the University of Toronto, in collaboration with its partners, will host the 13th Decolonizing Conference from March 12-14, 2026 at Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), University of Toronto in Canada

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In a moment defined by global uncertainty, institutional strain, and social fragmentation, education research cannot afford to remain neutral or detached. This year’s GSRC theme, Generative Hope: Possibilities in Education Research, is a direct response to this reality.

Excerpt: "Starting July 2027, a new income-tested B.C. Children and Youth Disability Supplement will also become available to families with any child under age 18 who is eligible for the federal Disability Tax Credit. The supplement will provide up to $6,000 per year (based on the level of family net income), which families can use to pay for therapies, supports and services they believe are most helpful. The new supplement is designed to support families with middle and low incomes."

Excerpt: "The Manitoba government is increasing its investment in schools by $79.8 million for the 2026-27 school year, Education and Early Childhood Minister Tracy Schmidt announced today. “Our government is committed to making sure every Manitoba family can count on strong, stable public schools, year after year. We are meeting the needs of students and communities by building new schools and feeding kids with our universal school food program,” said Schmidt. “This is good news for teachers, school divisions and families while building a brighter future for Manitoba’s students.” The Manitoba government is allocating $11.4 million in public school funding to support divisions most affected by teacher salary harmonization. Salary harmonization will be implemented in the 2026-27 school year. Salary harmonization standardizes teacher pay scales across school divisions to help minimize disparities."

We are living in an ever-changing world. Considering this, the 2026 OISE Graduate Student Research Conference (GSRC) theme, “Generative Hope: Possibilities in Education Research”, is situated within a context of global disorder and educational possibility.

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Ne manquez pas la prochaine conférence du CREFO le 25 février 2026 avec Suzanne Huot et Astou Thiam de UBC.

How can we prioritize mental health in the wintertime? OISE clinical psychologist Julie Erickson appears on Global News to talk about “winter hibernation” and its toll on mental health, especially in older adults — and how we can mitigate the risks.