Inconsistent guidelines for AI use in N.S. classrooms fuel calls for provincewide policy - CBC

Nova ScotiaNova Scotia does not have a provincewide policy explicitly stating how AI should be used in the classroom. The provincial government says it’s up to regional centres for education to make their own rules about the technology. Parents and educators are calling for more consistency, and say guardrails are needed. Expert says teachers need to be 'judicious' with how they allow their students to use AICelina Aalders · CBC News · Posted: Oct 19, 2026 5:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: October 19Listen to this articleEstimated 5 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Jenna Poste is a parent and member of a national advocacy group, Skills Before Screens. The group aims to re-think how technology is being used in schools. (Grey Butler/CBC)Jenna Poste is not opposed to artificial intelligence — in fact, she uses it all the time as someone who works in the tech industry. But as a parent, she’s highly concerned about how, when and why it’s being introduced to young people.

The RNC says it is continuing to investigate the disappearance of a well-known Torbay resident. Dr. Thomas Hall was last seen in the area of Marine Drive Park in Pouch Cove on the evening of Monday, October 12th. An extensive search was conducted by land, sea and air with the help of search dogs, drones, the Rovers and Coast Guard. RNC say while the active search has concluded, any new information received will be “thoroughly investigated.”Police say no foul play is suspected at this time. The RNC acknowledges that missing persons are highly sensitive that require a “careful balance between investigative needs” and a person’s “right to privacy.” Anyone with information to help in the investigation is asked to contact the RNC at 709-729-8000.

Nomination decrees will be sent to her office across the street from the Quebec legislature. QUEBEC — For the first time in history, Quebec’s lieutenant-governor will not be present for the swearing in of a new government cabinet.

'He always put his patients first,' says longtime colleague of Dr. Karim Dharssi, who died suddenly Friday; thousands of local patients now face uncertainty The sudden death of a longtime Orillia family physician has left thousands of local patients facing an uncertain future and colleagues mourning the loss of a compassionate doctor who dedicated his career to helping others.