The B.C. government recently announced it is providing $291.9 million for school maintenance projects, with $4,062,800 going to the East Kootenay’s two school districts.

Southeast Kootenay School District (SD5) is receiving $2,737,800 to go toward: School Enhancement Program (SEP); Plumbing Upgrades at Mount Baker Secondary; HVAC Upgrades at Elkford Elementary; Electrical Upgrades at SD Core; Kitchen Equipment at SD Core Building Bus Acquisition Program – one new bus.

Rocky Mountain School District (SD6) is getting $1,325,000 for: School Enhancement Program; Exterior Wall Systems Upgrades at Kimberley Alternate; Electrical Upgrades at Martin Morigeau Elementary; Kitchen Upgrade at Lindsay Park Elementary, Marysville Elementary, and Nicholson Elementary schools and the acquisition of four new buses.

“I am proud of the work our government continues to do, making historic investments in upgrading schools throughout B.C.,” said Rachna Singh, Minister of Education and Child Care. “As we support school districts to undertake school renovations and add infrastructure, we are ensuring that our kids have clean, safe, modern places to learn and grow.”

“Boards of education welcome the Province’s commitment to making schools more energy efficient and climate resilient,” said Carolyn Broady, president, BC School Trustees Association. “These upgrades will benefit students across British Columbia and contribute to our collective efforts in addressing climate change. Boards appreciate receiving funding through the annual facilities grant and for school maintenance, and will continue to support future investments in our public schools.”

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