New Zealand approved the creation of the New Zealand School Property Agency as a Crown entity to manage the national education property portfolio. The agency is expected to assume property planning, building, maintenance, and administration functions by no later than 1 November 2026.
British Columbia announced funding for five school additions and one replacement project using prefabricated construction. The projects are expected to add 820 student spaces across several communities.
Manitoba announced a groundbreaking for a new K-8 school and child care centre in Winnipeg’s Prairie Pointe community. The project is planned to serve up to 800 students and include 134 child care spaces.
Manitoba announced the start of construction on a new K-8 school and child care facility in Devonshire Park. The project is planned to serve up to 800 students and add 134 child care spaces.
Saskatchewan confirmed that work continues on the design of a new francophone elementary school in Saskatoon’s Kensington area. The project is planned for up to 400 students and a 51-space child care centre.
Yukon released a What We Heard report summarizing public engagement on the replacement of Ecole Whitehorse Elementary School. The report considered potential locations and documented school community preferences.
British Columbia announced completion of an addition at Wellington Secondary school in Nanaimo. The project adds 150 student seats and is expected to open to students in September 2026.