School District 71 Parents Advisory Council - DPAC

05/08/2026

Thank you!

A gigantic THANK YOU to ALL of the amazing child care providers!

05/07/2026

Thinking about post-secondary, trades training or career pathways for your student?

There’s still time to join tonight’s free virtual “Parents as Education & Career Coaches” presentation hosted by EducationPlannerBC in collaboration with school districts and the Career Education Society of BC.

Tonight - Wednesday, May 6
6:30 to 7:45 p.m.

Families will learn about:
• B.C. post-secondary options and career pathways
• Dual credit, trades training and work experience opportunities
• Financial aid and admission requirements
• How to support students with planning for life after graduation
• EducationPlannerBC tools and resources

Register through the QR code in the poster below or via the link provided in the event information. Or via this link:
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05/05/2026

May 5th is Red Dress Day. There is an MMIWG2S+ awareness event at the Florence Filberg from 12pm-3pm, please find more info in the comments.
Via the Canadian Museum for Human Rights.

04/22/2026

Via Brooklyn Elementary PAC

🎉 TONIGHT is the night! 🎉

We’re so excited for our fundraising event happening this evening — and we still have a few tickets available!

🕠 Doors open at 5:30 PM
🍻 Food & drinks available for purchase
🔨 Live silent auction happening on-site
💻 Online auction is also running!

No ticket? No problem — you’re still welcome to come by and support! 🙌
Please note: seating may be limited, with patio space available.

And hey… if by some chance Zach Galifianakis is in the area, we’d love to see you too 😉

Feel free to share this post and help us spread the word 💛

Come for a great night out, support a great cause, and maybe snag something amazing in the auction!

See you there!

04/22/2026

We couldn’t have said it better ourselves. Thank you Admin Assistants for all the things, all the ways, every day!

Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 💗
Administrative professionals are the heart of our schools and departments. They are often the first point of contact, the steady presence that keeps things moving, and the people who somehow make the complex look easy. Whether it’s supporting students and families, helping staff, or keeping a hundred moving pieces organized, their work makes a wonderful difference every single day.
Thank you, administrative professionals, for all that you do!

04/21/2026

A special shout-out during National Volunteer week to all the parents, caregivers, guardians, grandparents, aunties, uncles, family, friends and neighbours who give their time for their school communities. All communities are made stronger when the people within them give their time and energy. We appreciate all the ways that volunteers enrich our communities and our lives and thank you from the bottom of our collective hearts. A little or a lot, giving is giving and your contribution of your time matters. Thank you!

Read more about Volunteer Week here:

International Volunteer Year is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to celebrate the power of civic participation and renew Canada’s culture of volunteering.

04/15/2026

Via The LINC Youth Centre:

Hi all! We have an upcoming info session for concussion awareness and injury prevention. This is to inform caregivers AND youth about the importance of helmet safety. We are doing this in collaboration with public health nurses. Please see attached poster for details and spread the word. We will have snacks, refreshments and lots of resources available 🛹

04/01/2026

Via Comox Valley Child Development Association:

There are still spots available for this amazing 6 week resource for parents, happening every Thursday from April 9th to May 14th, at 7:00 pm - 9:00pm. To register, please email [email protected]

03/30/2026

(Shared by request)

Arden Elementary PAC is extending the invitation to any kiddo in grade 7 and below to come join us for a super fun kids maker market! See info below ⬇️⬇️⬇️

🌈 On Saturday, April 18, 2026, we are hosting a Kids Maker Market at Arden Elementary School. This event gives students the opportunity to create, bake, or make their own items and experience running their own small market table.

The event is open to students in Grade 7 and under, and tables are available for $10, or students can share a table for $5. It’s a fun way to encourage creativity, entrepreneurship, and community connection.

Event Details

• Arden Kids Maker Market

• Saturday, April 18, 2026

• 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

• Arden Elementary School Gym

➡️ Sign up here:

https://grasshoppersignup.com/s/ogeehc

01/15/2026

Join us next week for the start of our Winter 2026 Early Years Parent Speaker Series!
🍽FREE Dinner at 5:00 pm
🕛Speaker 5:30-6:30pm
Supervised child activities during speaker time
🗓Tuesdays Jan 20 - Feb 17
A different topic each week!