The 2021-22 school year will see funding to schools increased by $20.8 million. That works out to about 1.56 per cent.
Manitoba Education Minister Cliff Cullen made the announcement on Friday, February 5, 2021. The funding increase will bring the total funding to $1.35 billion which is the highest level of funding ever.
“Our education system is one of the best funded in Canada, and parents need to know that our government will continue to support their children’s futures,” said Cullen.
On top of provincial funding school divisions also raise revenue through local education property taxes. The province will provide divisions a property tax offset grant equal a two per cent property tax increase but in turn they will freeze education property taxes. This works out to be approximately $22.8 million and is in addition to the $20.8 million funding increase.
“The province remains committed to modernizing Manitoba’s education system to ensure our students are well prepared for whatever path they choose, whether it is post-secondary education, joining the workforce or staring their own business,” said Cullen. “Our students, parents and education staff need to know that regardless of the challenges we are facing, we will be there to support their educational needs and to ensure their children have the best opportunity for success.”
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