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The Province of British Columbia approved funding for a new middle school in Kelowna, adding 800 seats for students. The Burtch Road Middle School aims to alleviate pressure on existing schools and includes culturally responsive spaces designed with Indigenous communities.
The Province of British Columbia and seven Carrier Sekani First Nations signed the Pathway Forward 3.0 Agreement, reaffirming their commitment to long-term reconciliation. This agreement builds on previous collaborations and aims to enhance self-determination, economic development, and cultural revitalization within the Carrier Sekani communities.
The British Columbia government has purchased land to build new French-language schools in Abbotsford and Victoria West, enhancing educational opportunities for francophone students. With a commitment of $25 million for the Victoria West site and $26 million for Abbotsford, the government aims to support the growing francophone community in the province.
Lisa Beare, Minister of Education and Child Care, announced the start of the new school year in British Columbia, emphasizing a safe and inclusive environment for all students. Key initiatives include expanded mental wellness programs, updates to the curriculum, and early literacy screenings for elementary students. The government aims to support families and enhance educational experiences through various programs and resources.
As students return to campus, British Columbia's post-secondary institutions enhance overdose prevention measures. The Province distributed 1,600 naloxone kits and established guidelines to improve campus safety against drug overdoses. Institutions are advised to implement training and awareness programs to protect students and staff.
British Columbia will gain 640 new child care spaces on school grounds, enhancing access to affordable care for families. The initiative, backed by over $23.5 million in funding, aims to alleviate waitlists and support parents as the school year begins.
British Columbia encourages residents to support local agriculture by purchasing BC products. The initiative aims to boost local growers and producers, enhancing the availability of regional food options.
British Columbia is set to open more than 3,000 new student seats across various schools this fall, addressing growing enrollment needs. Minister of Education Lisa Beare emphasized the importance of creating modern learning environments to enhance student success.
New classrooms in Surrey will add over 700 student seats for the fall 2025 school year, addressing rapid enrollment growth. The B.C. government has invested over $1 billion since 2017 to create more than 16,200 new student spaces. Local officials emphasize the importance of modern learning environments for the community's future.
The Province of British Columbia aims to address housing shortages by setting new five-year targets for municipalities, totaling 38,930 new homes. Effective September 1, 2025, these targets reflect 75% of the estimated housing needs for each community, with over 14,000 homes designated as below-market rentals.