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Two Winnipeg High Schools Close After Email Threats

Elmwood and Oak Park High Schools canceled classes on Monday as police investigated emailed threats received Sunday evening.

Overview

  • Elmwood and Oak Park High Schools in Winnipeg were closed Monday after receiving threats via email the previous evening.
  • Police are actively investigating the threats, but no details about their nature or potential connection have been disclosed.
  • Oak Park High School was cleared for re-entry by noon after a police search, with classes set to resume Tuesday under added security measures.
  • Elmwood High School remains closed, affecting the Munroe Early Childhood Education Centre, which operates within the school.
  • School officials emphasized the closures were precautionary to ensure safety, with updates to parents and students expected later in the day.