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Winter FunDays in Thunder Bay: Explore, Learn, and Make Memories All Season Long!

Winter FunDays in Thunder Bay: Explore, Learn, and Make Memories All Season Long!

Posted in Featured, Parent Education Resources, Tips & Advice

Discover the joy of winter with Thunder Bay’s Winter FunDays! From January 4 to March 15, 2026, enjoy free, family-friendly activities like ice skating, arts & crafts, winter science programs, and more. Explore, learn, and create lasting memories all season long!

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Hooked on Books: Exploring Mining Education, STEM and Sustainability in Ana’s Adventures at the Mine by Ana Gabriela Juárez

Hooked on Books: Exploring Mining Education, STEM and Sustainability in Ana’s Adventures at the Mine by Ana Gabriela Juárez

Posted in English Tutoring, Featured, Hooked On Books, Science Tutoring, Tips & Advice

A captivating look at how "Ana’s Adventures at the Mine" blends storytelling, STEM education, and sustainability to inspire young readers through real-world learning and adventure.

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New Year’s Learning Resolutions for Students: A Family Guide to Setting Meaningful Goals

New Year’s Learning Resolutions for Students: A Family Guide to Setting Meaningful Goals

Posted in Featured, Online Tutoring, Parent Education Resources, Tips & Advice

As families reflect on New Year’s resolutions, students deserve goals of their own. This family-friendly guide shows how familiar resolutions like reading more, staying organized, and managing time can be reimagined as meaningful learning goals that support confidence, growth, and academic success throughout the school year.

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Recreational Reading for Adults: From Day Job to Dream Worlds with Canadian Author Nisha J. Tuli

Recreational Reading for Adults: From Day Job to Dream Worlds with Canadian Author Nisha J. Tuli

Posted in Featured, Hooked On Books, Parent Education Resources, Tips & Advice

In this special vlog edition of Hooked on Books, we turn the spotlight on adult recreational reading with Canadian author Nisha J. Tuli. From her beginnings in marketing and tourism to becoming a bestselling romantasy author and BookTok sensation, Nisha shares her journey, creative process, and what’s next in her ever-expanding literary world.

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Winter Break Isn’t Just for Students: Indigo’s plumTeacher Invites Educators to Treat Themselves for the Holidays December 4–7, 2025

Winter Break Isn’t Just for Students: Indigo’s plumTeacher Invites Educators to Treat Themselves for the Holidays December 4–7, 2025

Posted in Featured, Tips & Advice

Winter Break is near, and Indigo’s plumTeacher Event (December 4–7, 2025) offers exclusive savings and festive picks to help educators relax, recharge, and treat themselves for the holidays.

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An Interview With Johnnie Christmas on the Power of Graphic Novels for Readers of All Abilities

An Interview With Johnnie Christmas on the Power of Graphic Novels for Readers of All Abilities

Posted in English Tutoring, Featured, Hooked On Books, Tips & Advice

Discover how graphic novels can inspire and elevate readers of all abilities in our exclusive interview with bestselling author and illustrator Johnnie Christmas. From boosting visual literacy to engaging both reluctant and advanced readers, Johnnie shares insights into the creative process behind Gamerville.

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Why Modern Mining Matters: Insights from “This Is Mining: The Podcast” for Students, Parents, and Educators

Why Modern Mining Matters: Insights from “This Is Mining: The Podcast” for Students, Parents, and Educators

Posted in Educational Technology, Featured, Science Tutoring, Tips & Advice

When most people think about a field trip, they imagine museums, historic sites, or science centres. But for our President & CEO at Teachers on Call, Joanne Sallay, her most memorable field trip took her into Northern Ontario, straight into the heart of one of Canada’s most advanced mining operations.

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“Touching Grass:” How One Story Inspires Kids to Unplug and Connect with the Real World

“Touching Grass:” How One Story Inspires Kids to Unplug and Connect with the Real World

Posted in English Tutoring, Featured, Hooked On Books, Tips & Advice

In Touching Grass by Kristy Jackson, a young gamer learns to unplug and reconnect with nature at a Dene First Nation culture camp—a heartfelt story about balance, belonging, and stepping outside.

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TDSB High School Open Houses Are Starting - Everything Families Need to Know

TDSB High School Open Houses Are Starting - Everything Families Need to Know

Posted in Featured, Parent Education Resources, Tips & Advice

Teachers on Call shares how to navigate the TDSB application and admissions process, as well as a complete list of high schools offering 2025/26 information sessions.

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How the Toronto Blue Jays Are Making Baseball More Accessible for Students — and How to Sign Up for the Jays Care Affiliate School Program

How the Toronto Blue Jays Are Making Baseball More Accessible for Students — and How to Sign Up for the Jays Care Affiliate School Program

Posted in Community, Featured, Tips & Advice

The Jays Care Affiliate School Program is bringing inclusive baseball to classrooms across Canada! Learn how the Toronto Blue Jays and Jays Care Foundation are helping educators create accessible, confidence-building sport experiences for all students — and how your school can apply for the 2025–26 season.

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