The federal government will transfer $2 billion to provinces and territories to help them with the safe reopening of schools, CBC News has confirmed. The scope and details of the plan were discussed Tuesday afternoon during a call with the premiers. The $2 billion will be divided up on a per capita basis based on student population. Health professionals have called for smaller class sizes to help with physical distancing. Critics have said too many school districts lack systems for monitoring staff and students for symptoms, and too many schools have antiquated ventilation systems.

Source: CBC News August 25, 2020 23:48 UTC