Newfoundland omitted from Hilroy Canada school notebook maps

A new design of Hilroy Canada exercise books has sparked backlash in Newfoundland and Labrador after the cover map omitted Newfoundland and Cape Breton. Residents and educators expressed shock at the geographical error, with some calling for the company to recall the notebooks.

Separately, a survey regarding the 2026 back-to-school season in Canada highlights shifting consumer habits and parental priorities. Approximately 73% of parents cite price as the primary factor when choosing suppliers, and 69% plan to shop at big-box stores. While 81% of respondents expressed confidence in schools' ability to prepare children for life after graduation, 63% indicated a desire for increased focus on financial literacy and money management in the curriculum.