More parents in the Sunshine Coast region will be able to pursue work, school and other opportunities while knowing their children are cared for as the Province invests in more than 170 new licensed child care spaces.

Families and more pre-kindergarten children will soon have their early learning opportunities enhanced as the Just B4 early childhood education program expands from one to six districts this school year.

Some of B.C.’s youngest learners and their families will benefit from an expansion of the Seamless Day Kindergarten pilot program as it grows from four schools to 25.

A new addition to West Sechelt Elementary with space for 145 more students is open and ready to welcome children this September.

British Columbians are encouraged to read their favourite book, head outside for some fresh air, play their favourite games and connect with family virtually while growing their literacy skills and celebrating Family Literacy Week 2021.

Students and families on the Sunshine Coast are closer to having six new classrooms at West Sechelt Elementary school, along with a new child care facility, as construction is underway.

Students at West Sechelt Elementary school will soon be out of portables and have a better learning experience with six brand-new classrooms.