Minister of Education in Calgary to discuss Bill 1

Education Minister David Eggen was in Calgary Friday touting the benefits of his government’s plan to reduce school fees in the province.

If the legislation were proclaimed, Alberta families would no longer be charged for instructional supplies or materials or for busing eligible students to their designated schools.

“This important legislation will make life better for Alberta families,” Eggen said. “Bill 1 is part of our efforts to protect and improve the things that make a difference in your life, like education. Parents have told us these fees are a burden on them and we are following through on our commitment to take action.”

If proclaimed, Bill 1 will result in amendments to the School Act and Student Transportation Regulation, as well as the creation of a new school fees regulation before the start of the 2017/18 school year.

The government is planning further conversations with parents and school boards about additional fee reductions in future years.

“We work collaboratively with the government in order to provide our students with the best education and this is a positive step in supporting our families and students,” Cheryl Low, board chair of Calgary Catholic School District, stated.

The province said Bill 1 will not have an impact on school budgets.

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