As dense fog blankets parts of Southern Ontario, several school boards have announced bus cancellations for Monday, February 3, 2025. These cancellations impact students across multiple public and Catholic school boards, affecting transportation in several zones and regions. Below is a detailed breakdown of the affected areas and what students and parents need to know.
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Lambton Kent Public & St. Clair Catholic School Boards
Bus Cancellations in Zones 5, 6 & 7
Due to poor visibility caused by heavy fog, all school buses in Zones 5, 6, and 7 are cancelled for the entire day. Parents and guardians in these areas should make alternative transportation arrangements if students are required to attend school.
Near North Public & Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic School Boards
Bus Cancellations in Parry Sound Region
School buses will not be running in the following regions due to adverse weather conditions:
- West Parry Sound: Includes Britt/Nobel, McDougall, Whitestone, Ahmic Harbour, Town of Parry Sound, Mactier, Humphrey, and Rosseau.
- East Parry Sound South: This includes all areas south of (but excluding) Highway 522, encompassing South River, Sundridge, Burk’s Falls, Magnetawan, Katrine, Emsdale, Novar, and Sprucedale.
Students attending schools in these regions are advised to check with their schools for any alternative arrangements or virtual learning options.
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Thames Valley Public & London Catholic School Boards
Morning Bus Cancellations in West Elgin
Students relying on school-purpose vehicles in the West Elgin area will experience bus cancellations for the morning only due to fog. Afternoon bus services are expected to resume unless conditions persist or worsen. Parents should remain alert for further updates from their respective school boards.
Conseil scolaire Viamonde & Conseil scolaire catholique Providence
Zones 5, 6 & 7 Affected
All school bus services in Zones 5, 6, and 7 under these French-language school boards are cancelled due to the ongoing fog advisory. Families within these zones should make alternate travel plans.
Le Conseil scolaire public du Nord-Est de l’Ontario (CSPNE) & Conseil scolaire catholique Franco-Nord
Bus Cancellations in West & East Parry Sound
Similar to the Near North Public & Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic school boards, CSPNE and Franco-Nord have also cancelled bus services in the following locations:
- West Parry Sound: Includes Britt/Nobel, McDougall, Whitestone, Ahmic Harbour, Town of Parry Sound, Mactier, Humphrey, and Rosseau.
- East Parry Sound South: Encompassing areas south of Highway 522, including South River, Sundridge, Burk’s Falls, Magnetawan, Katrine, Emsdale, Novar, and Sprucedale.
What Parents and Students Need to Know
- Schools remain open unless otherwise stated by individual school boards.
- Students who do not attend school due to bus cancellations will likely be marked as excused but should confirm with their school for attendance policies.
- Weather conditions can change quickly, so families are encouraged to stay updated through official school board websites and social media channels.
With safety as a top priority, these bus cancellations aim to protect students and drivers from hazardous road conditions caused by reduced visibility. Stay safe, and check with your local school board for further updates on transportation and school operations.
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