By: EMSB Communications
The English Montreal School Board made representations on the unconstitutional nature of Québec’s Bill 21, An Act Respecting the Laicity of the State, before the Supreme Court of Canada. The EMSB’s submissions focused on minority language education rights and gender equality.
The EMSB challenged Bill 21 in the Québec Superior Court in 2020. The legislation has barred the EMSB from hiring qualified teachers who wear religious symbols while at work (overwhelmingly, Muslim women wearing the hijab). The Québec Superior Court agreed with the EMSB and struck down key provisions of Bill 21 in April 2021 (the only successful challenge to the Bill at first instance). However, the Québec Court of Appeal overturned that decision in February 2024. The EMSB, along with other parties, successfully sought leave to appeal that ruling to the Supreme Court of Canada.
By: EMSB Communications
Quebec’s English school boards will hold their second annual joint in-person Career Fair on Saturday, May 2 (10:00 am to 2:30 pm) at the Centre Mont-Royal (2200 Mansfield) in Montreal. The event comes at a time when school systems across Quebec are actively working to recruit and retain teachers, support staff, and professional personnel.
Officials from the province’s nine English school boards and the Centre de services scolaire du Littoral will be on hand, offering a unique opportunity individuals interested in pursuing careers within Quebec's English education network. In addition to one‑on‑one discussions with employers, the fair will feature presentations from school board representatives.
This event provides a valuable opportunity to connect with employers, learn about available opportunities across the network, and gain clarity on the qualifications and application requirements for a range of positions. Open to both experienced professionals and recent graduates, the Career Fair will showcase opportunities in urban, rural, and remote communities throughout Quebec.
Visit the EMSB's educational resources section for educational and mental health support links for families. Links and activities for elementary and high school students are available.
Click here to visit the EMSB Education website
The provincial Government also has a new educational website called Open School where you can find more educational activities for your children.
| Homeroom |
9:10 |
|---|---|
| Recess |
10:45 - 11:05 |
| Lunch (Grade 1-6) | 12:05 - 12:55 |
| Lunch (Kdg) | 12:05 - 13:13 |
| Homeroom (Grade 1-6) | 12:55 |
| Recess |
14:30 - 14:50 |
| Dismissal | 15:50 |
| Daycare (A.M.) | 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. |
| Daycare (P.M.) | 3:50 - 6:00 p.m. |
