Vancouver Island West is located on the rugged west coast of Vancouver Island. Three of the schools are in remote rural communities accessible by logging roads and/or water taxi. Our district serves a diverse community, of which approximately 50% are First Nations. This district is well suited to individuals who want to be fully engaged in their community and enjoy access to wilderness pursuits.

1. We are located on Vancouver Island.
Our District includes schools in the communities of
Gold River, Tahsis, Zeballos & Kyuquot.

2. In partnership with our diverse
communities, School District 84 will
provide all students with a quality
education relevant to the demands of
modern society.

4. Travel to these schools from the
District Office in Gold River requires a
commute by logging road of
1½ hours to Tahsis,
2½ hours to Zeballos
and a
4 hour commute to Kyuquot
via logging road & water taxi,
or directly by float plane or
Passenger Boat.

6.  RWES is currently home to 140 students with a staff of 20.
 Offers Kindergarten to Grade 7 Students
 Children are from the Gold River & Tsaxana Communities
 Well equipped Library & full size gymnasium
 Modern networked computer lab with Internet access

8. Ray
Watkins
Elementary
School
Gold River

9. •9 Hole with Grass Greens
•Cart & Club Rental
•Clubhouse
•Camping

11.  GRSS currently has 110 students in grades 8 to 12
 Children are from the Gold River & Tsaxana Communities
 Tsaxana - Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nation students
comprise 32% of the school population
 All students are very active in Nootka Sound Outdoor Program

12. Gold
River
Secondary
School
Gold River

13. Anne Fiddick Aquatic Centre:
Swimming Pool, Sauna, Hot Tub, Weight & Cardio Room, Aerobic/Aquafit Classes
Gerry Morgan Recreation Centre:
Ice & Curling Rink, Community Centre & Lounge
Around the Village:
Ball Fields, Tennis Court, Hiking Trails & Playgrounds

14.  Has an enrollment of 36 students K-12
 Located in Tahsis on the west coast of Vancouver Island
 The school has a full size gym, shop and library.

16. Captain
Meares
Elementary
Secondary
School
Tahsis

19.  Home to 60 students, Kindergarten to grade 12
 New school with full size gym, computer lab/library,
community space and double playground
 Ehattesaht & Nuchatlaht First Nations & the school
work together to provide a number of programs and
services.

21. Zeballos
Elementary
Secondary
School

23.  About 40 students in grades 1 through 12
 Five teachers and a teaching principal
 A number of support staff, including band employees.
 The Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/Che:k:tles7et’h’ First Nation & the
school work together to provide a number of programs
and services.

25. Kyuquot
Elementary
Secondary
School
Kyuquot

27. Kyuquot
Teacherages

28. Exploring a World of Inquiry
beyond the Classroom
Nootka Sound Outdoor Program

29. Nootka Sound Outdoor Program

30. Nootka Sound Outdoor Program
Program Highlights
• Seasonal Expeditions
• Industry Certifications
• Post Secondary Dual Credit
• Stewardship projects
• Challenge by Choice

31. Nootka Sound Outdoor Program

32. Nootka Sound Outdoor Program

36. Vancouver Island West School
District Welcomes You!

37. For career opportunities
at Vancouver Island
West School District,
visit
www.makeafuture.ca/van
couver-island-west.