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Hug Caught on Camera Sparks Teacher Hearing | Winnipeg News
A Chinese teacher in Manitoba is facing a landmark disciplinary hearing after a 15-second hug caught on camera sparked accusations of crossing professional boundaries with a student. Fired in May 2025 from an international school, Janice Ma, who represented herself, claims she acted out of care—not romance—when the student confided in her. But testimony from staff, video evidence, and Instagram messages hinting at a kiss after her suspension paint a troubling picture. This is the first public hearing under Manitoba’s new teacher registry, and the panel must decide whether Ma’s actions…
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