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We are an independent organization working to support public education in Ontario’s English, French and Catholic schools.

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Community use of schools

School buildings and schoolyards are often used for community events, continuing education programs, after school programs and sports. In this section, there is information about community use policy and fees, and research about the importance of community access to local schools.

  1. New indoor sports complex coming to Sudbury (Education in the news)

  2. School–community connections in Ontario, 2011 (P4E Reports)

  3. Can community groups use school space? (FAQ)

  4. Prayer in schools (P4E news and views)

  5. Newsletter P4E – Sept 2009 (Newsletter)

  6. Newsletter P4E – Sept 2008 (Newsletter)

  7. Top ten reasons to support better community access to school space (Report)

  8. Newsletter P4E – May 2008 (Newsletter)

  9. Newsletter P4E – March 2008 (Newsletter)

  10. Community use of schools, 2007 (P4E Reports)

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People for Education 641 Bloor Street West Toronto, ON M6G 1L1

Phone: 416-534-0100 Fax: 416-536-0100 Email: info@peopleforeducation.ca

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People for Education is your strong voice for public education. We conduct vital research, answer parents’ questions, make policy recommendations and ensure there is broad coverage of education issues in the media. Together we make Ontario’s schools great!

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