Eleven teachers at Bedford elementary school in Montreal's CΓ΄te-des-Neiges district have had their teaching licences revoked, following a 2024 report that described a 'toxic' environment at the school. The teachers were suspended in 2024 after the report, commissioned by the school board, detailed allegations of intimidation, harassment, and inappropriate behavior towards students and colleagues.
The Quebec Ministry of Education confirmed the licence revocations on May 12, 2026, stating that the teachers' actions violated professional conduct standards. The ministry's investigation found that the teachers had formed a clique that created a climate of fear, with some students reportedly being subjected to verbal abuse and humiliation.
Parents of students at the school expressed relief at the decision, with some saying they had long complained about the teachers' behavior. The school board has since implemented new measures to prevent such incidents, including increased oversight and training for staff.
The teachers have the right to appeal the decision to the Quebec Administrative Tribunal. The case has drawn attention to the need for better monitoring of school environments to protect students and staff.
