Durham Schools Pause Prom Cancellations Amid Student Protests

Students in Whitby, Ontario protested canceled proms at three Durham Region schools.
Schools cited growing expectations, liabilities, and risks in an Oct 3 letter.
Organizers Amelia Gatti and Lauren Robertson spoke to CTV's Your Morning.
A petition with 2,700 signatures was created by Grade 12 students.
School board asked schools to pause cancellation and hold meetings to explore alternatives.
Schools may organize community events outside school due to rising costs.
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