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Surrey Schools Cancel U.S. Trips Over Safety Concerns

4/9/2025

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Surrey Schools in British Columbia have halted U.S. field trips, putting student safety first amid rising political and security concerns. Superintendent Mark Pearmain advocates for local alternatives. Meanwhile, the Vancouver School Board is assessing U.S. trip requests on a case-by-case basis, keeping a close eye on the shifting political landscape, as the federal government alerts travelers to heightened border scrutiny.

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Story summary

Surrey Schools in British Columbia have halted U.S. field trips, putting student safety first amid rising political and security concerns. Superintendent Mark Pearmain advocates for local alternatives. Meanwhile, the Vancouver School Board is assessing U.S. trip requests on a case-by-case basis, keeping a close eye on the shifting political landscape, as the federal government alerts travelers to heightened border scrutiny.