A national panel on first nation elementary and secondary education released a long-awaited study Wednesday, saying there really is no national system for aboriginal education.

Representatives of Quebec's striking student federations say they are "relatively satisfied," after getting reassurances from the newly appointed minister that the channels of communication are open.

When it comes to funding First Nations education in the federal budget, there's more at stake than improving native schools: Shawn Atleo's leadership of the Assembly of First Nations and the relationship between Ottawa and aboriginal people are also on the line.

Ontario's treasurer is accusing federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty of putting tax breaks for big corporations who buy box seats at hockey games ahead of health care and education.