School and Bus Cancellations in Cape Breton Due to Weather and Power Outages
High winds and power outages have caused disruptions for some students in Cape Breton on Wednesday.
Bus Cancellations and Early Dismissals
- The Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) reports that several school buses are cancelled because of windy conditions.
- St. Mary’s Education Centre/Academy will have an early dismissal starting at 9:45 a.m. due to a power outage.
School Closures and Operational Updates
- Beau-Port School, operated by CSAP, is closed Wednesday because of a power outage affecting the area.
- At NDA School, morning bus service is cancelled due to high winds. The school remains open, but bus students must arrange alternate transportation or stay home.
- NDA’s management said families will receive updates later about afternoon bus service.
- NSCC Strait Area Campus has cancelled classes because of an overnight power outage expected to be restored by 2:00 p.m.
- The Wagmatcook Learning Centre will stay open.
"Students will begin dismissing at 9:45 a.m." — Strait Regional Centre for Education
The weather and power disruptions have led to significant scheduling changes affecting students and families in Cape Breton.
Author’s summary: High winds and power outages have forced multiple Cape Breton schools to cancel buses, adjust schedules, and close temporarily, impacting student transportation and classes.
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101.5 The Hawk — 2025-11-05