The creation of safe, caring, and inclusive schools is important for both students and staff. Human rights legislation protects B.C. students from discrimination based on Indigenous identity, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age. The following tools and …
Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) has updated the Nominal Roll Instructions for First Nations for the 2023/2024 school year. The ISC BC Region – 2023/2024 Nominal Roll Instructions are primarily intended for First Nations peoples when completing their Nominal Roll for submission to Indigenous Services Canada (ISC). However, under the BC Tripartite Education Agreement (BCTEA), Nominal Roll …
For the 2023/2024 school year, school districts will receive a single, 100% payment of OLEP federal funding in early October. This payment will cover the entire base funding for the year, eliminating the previous split of 70% and 30%. From 2023/2024 onward, there will be no carryover of OLEP funds allowed. Any unspent funds will …
Three virtual erase learning sessions for families will be held on November 8, 28, and 30, focusing on establishing safe, caring, and respectful digital communities. These sessions are best suited for families and youth aged 10 and above. Safe school coordinators can login to share the session schedule with their school communities. Contact erase@gov.bc.ca with …
The Great BC ShakeOut earthquake drill is on October 19. While potential earthquake hazards depend on your location, everywhere in B.C. is considered at high risk in relation to the rest of Canada. The Great BC ShakeOut drill provides the opportunity to practise how to be safer during earthquakes and engage students to practise “Drop, Cover, …
The Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA) administration window is open from October 2 to November 10. Information about the purpose and use of the FSA is now available in eight languages to support parents and caregivers. A short informational video is also available for educators to share with students in advance of the FSA administration to …
The Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) Summit, Supporting a Child Care Ecosystem, on October 13 at the Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue in Vancouver, is approaching. Top leaders in child care, business and community will join in meaningful discussion on supporting a quality early learning and child care system that families can rely …
