Tumbler Ridge Community Update - September 21, 2026
We know how important a new school is to the Tumbler Ridge community, and we are pleased to share an update.
The Province and SD 59 Peace River South School District are continuing to work together to move the new school project forward. An RFP (Request for Proposal) for preliminary site work will be issued this week. This work will help us better understand the site and inform the next stages of the project.
The Ministry of Infrastructure and the District of Tumbler Ridge have identified a potential location for the new secondary school in the middle bench area. This aligns with what we heard from many people during the spring consultation with Safer Schools Together.
We understand that this proposed site may be new information, and we want to make sure families, and community members have clear information as the project progresses.
At this stage, the work will focus on learning more about the site to see if it is suitable for a new school. This is an important early step in moving the project forward and making sure we are doing our due diligence.
Starting this process now is important because winter conditions in Tumbler Ridge can make the work more challenging. Getting this underway as soon as possible will help keep the overall project moving forward.
Upcoming Community Consultations
There will be an opportunity for students, families, and community members to share their input as the project moves forward. Community consultations are planned for later this fall, and we look forward to hearing from the Tumbler Ridge community and sharing more information soon.
We know there is a lot of interest in this project, and we’ll continue to keep students, families, and the broader Tumbler Ridge community informed as we move forward.
