EPISODE · Feb 12, 2026 · 1 MIN
Western Standard News Update | Petition to Defund Private Schools Misses Mark | 12 Feb 2026
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Western Standard Chief Editor Dave Naylor delivers a focused update on key Alberta stories. A petition to halt funding for private schools has fallen short of the required signatures, while the Federal Heritage Department has released a list of notable Muslims in Canada dominated by Liberal and NDP figures, including Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi.Residents in Tumbler Ridge gathered for a candlelight vigil honouring the eight victims of a recent mass shooting, with coverage from Western Standard reporter Will Vasseur. The update also notes an upcoming Alberta government announcement addressing classroom sizes.
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Western Standard Chief Editor Dave Naylor delivers a focused update on key Alberta stories. A petition to halt funding for private schools has fallen short of the required signatures, while the Federal Heritage Department has released a list of notable Muslims in Canada dominated by Liberal and NDP figures, including Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi.Residents in Tumbler Ridge gathered for a candlelight vigil honouring the eight victims of a recent mass shooting, with coverage from Western Standard reporter Will Vasseur. The update also notes an upcoming Alberta government announcement addressing classroom sizes.
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Western Standard News Update | Petition to Defund Private Schools Misses Mark | 12 Feb 2026
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