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New Drivers In B. C. Can Now Take Knowledge Test Online
1+ hour, 27+ min ago (451+ words) Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 7: 17 AM New drivers in British Columbia have a new option for earning their Learner's licence. The provincial government and ICBC have launched an online version of the knowledge test for passenger vehicle and motorcycle licences, allowing people…...
Accessible Upgrades Coming To Pinecrest Elementary Playground
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (558+ words) Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 7: 29 AM School District 72 is moving ahead with plans to make the playground at Pinecrest Elementary more accessible after securing new grant funding. The district has received just over $19 thousand from Tire Stewardship BC's Community Grant Program to…...
North Island College Receives National Graphic Design Award
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (521+ words) Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 7: 38 AM North Island College is being recognized on the national stage for its branding and design work. The college's Marketing and Future Students team has received an Award of Merit from the Association of Registered Graphic Designers…...
Nursing Students Hold Fundraiser For Learning Experience In Wuikinuxv Territory
5+ day, 1+ hour ago (438+ words) Friday, June 5, 2026 at 7: 17 AM A group of North Island College nursing students is holding a fundraiser in Comox this weekend to help cover the costs of a unique learning opportunity in a remote First Nations community. It's taking place on…...
Province Seeks Public Input On Future Of Child Care
1+ week, 2+ day ago (397+ words) Monday, June 1, 2026 at 7: 18 AM The provincial government is asking families, child care operators and early childhood educators to help shape the future of child care in British Columbia. A new online survey has been launched to gather feedback on the…...
SD72 Advances Child Care Project
1+ week, 2+ day ago (351+ words) Monday, June 1, 2026 at 7: 25 AM School District 72 has approved its 2026-2027 major capital plan submission to the province and passed a resolution to advance a classroom conversion at Georgia Park Elementary. The move will expand before- and after-school care at the school…...
Campbell River Students Advance To National Skills Competition
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (426+ words) Monday, April 27, 2026 at 7: 25 AM Campbell River students are heading to the national stage after strong performances at the Skills Canada B. C. Provincial Competition in Abbotsford earlier this month. Four School District 72 teams competed, with two teams earning gold medals and the…...
Cortes Island Academy Highlights Unique Learning Model
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (509+ words) Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6: 46 AM School District 72 is highlighting the Cortes Island Academy, a semester-based program designed to help rural and remote students stay connected to learning while remaining in their community. The five-month program runs from September to February and…...
Aspen Park Elementary Adds 270 New Seats For Students
2+ mon, 2+ day ago (421+ words) Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 8: 03 AM A new 270-seat addition at Aspen Park Elementary in Comox is now ready for business. The provincial government says the addition will create more supportive learning environments for students in the growing community. She says the…...
Parents Invited To Take Part In Student Learning Survey
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (376+ words) Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 7: 21 AM Parents and caregivers across B. C. are encouraged to share feedback through the province's annual Student Learning Survey. The survey, run by the British Columbia Ministry of Education and Child Care, is open until May 1, and is designed…...