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Tumbler Ridge Community Update - September 3, 2026

As students prepare to return to school in the coming weeks, we are pleased to share an update from the Ministry of Infrastructure that a new secondary school-sized gym is starting construction behind the current aquatic centre and skating rink to support Tumbler Ridge Secondary School students. 

The new prefabricated gym will provide students with a dedicated indoor space for physical education, sports and other activities while they continue learning at their temporary school campus. The gym is designed to be delivered and ready for use quickly, helping meet the immediate needs of students and staff. It is expected to be ready for students in early 2027.

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UPDATE: August 11, 2026

Dear Tumbler Ridge Community;

We are writing to provide an update on the removal of the existing Tumbler Ridge Secondary School.

Beginning Monday, August 17, work will begin to remove the exterior of the school building. This is an important milestone in the careful, staged removal of the existing school, which is expected to take a few more weeks.  After the structure is removed, work will continue through the fall to restore the site to grass.

We recognize that seeing the building change will be significant for many in the community. We are sharing this update in advance so students, families, staff and community members know what to expect as this next stage of the work begins.

The work will continue to be carried out in stages, with measures in place to minimize disruption and protect privacy. As previously shared, building materials will be transported to regional landfills, and the Tumbler Ridge landfill will not be used.

We will continue to keep the community informed as the work progresses and share further updates as timelines and next steps are confirmed.

We recognize the significance of this moment and thank the Tumbler Ridge community for its continued care, compassion and understanding.

Superintendent,
Christy Fennell

School District No.59 (PRS) provides bus service for rural students following the guidelines as established in Policy 6070.  Registration for bus service is mandatory.  If you are new to the rural area surrounding Dawson Creek and would like to register for bus service or have general questions regarding transportation services please contact the Transportation Department in Dawson Creek at 250-782-2106. This includes bus service for rural schools of McLeod Elementary, Devereaux Elementary, Parkland Elementary and Pouce Coupe Elementary. 

The Transportation Department would like to remind any families that have moved or will be moving over the summer to provide the department with updated information.

In order to help us in planning for the return to school, please contact the Transportation Department early to ensure we have updated information.

Note: Families in the Chetwynd rural area may contact Standard Bus at 250-788-2415 for transportation inquiries.