The province has announced a 2.5% increase in funding to public schools, with Thompson receiving the biggest increase in the province.

Thompson MLA Steve Ashton says there will be a year over year increase of 12.4% for the City:

"Our enrolment is up year over year. That’s a good sign in terms of our community, but the increase isn’t just reflecting that its much higher than that, but what’s also I think a key part of the announcement today is really recognizing the long standing issues we’ve had here the Thompson; the kind of specific needs here in the north".

Aside from increased funding to school districts, the extra $32.5 million will go towards support for Indigenous and newcomer students, more resources for under-privileged youth, and programs to help students with career planning.