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Ontarios Education Minister, Paul Calandra, takes drastic action, placing two school boards under full provincial supervision due to severe governance issues. The York Catholic District School Board becomes the eighth to face such oversight, following a final warning. The Peel District School Board also receives a permanent supervisor, indicating a prolonged provincial takeover. Critics argue this undermines local democracy, while the boards grapple with financial struggles due to inadequate provincial funding. The York boards specific challenges include depleted reserves, lack of a solid recovery plan, and high director turnover. Despite these measures, debates persist over funding and local control.

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