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Report calls for Manitoba schools to add more ‘sensory rooms’ to protect staff from outbursts, injuries

by Local Journalism Initiative July 16, 2026

written by Local Journalism Initiative July 16, 2026

By Maggie Macintosh | Winnipeg Free Press Manitoba schools are being urged to set up more “sensory rooms” and use the spaces — which can feature mood lighting, flexible seating and…

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Report calls for Manitoba schools to add more ‘sensory rooms’ to protect staff from outbursts, injuries

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