Here are some great resources to help ease the transition and get your kids ready for the classroom.
New routines, new teachers and new friends - it鈥檚 all a part of heading back to school for 650,000 K-12 students in British Columbia this September.
New curriculum gives students a better chance of success
All K-9 students in B.C. are benefiting from a that provides a hands-on learning approach that encourages collaboration, critical thinking and communication. This year, the new curriculum will be in place for Grade 10. Grades 11 and 12 will be added next year.
Making life more affordable for families on income assistance
Families on income and disability assistance can get help with back to school costs like school supplies and clothing. Find out more about the .
Is your child an academic star, athlete or artist?
Make their hard work pay off by applying for a B.C. .
Keep your children free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, intimidation and violence
New for students, parents, education and community partners, including an updated safety-reporting tool, will be launched this September.
Concerned about your child鈥檚 mental health?
centres provide a one-stop-shop for young people to access mental health care, substance-use services, primary care, social services and youth and family peer supports.
Tuition-free English language learning courses
Browse the list of public institutions that offer and find out how to apply.
Thinking about upgrading or making a career change?
Academic courses are free of charge for all .
A $1,200 grant for elementary students born between 2006 and 2010
No additional fees or financial contributions are needed to sign up for the $1,200 , which will help you plan for your child鈥檚 future.
Floods, fires or earthquakes 鈥� are you prepared?
Learn how to put together an emergency kit and create an .
