Frequently Asked Questions

For the latest updates and timelines, see the main project page.

• Where are students currently learning?

  Most students are back attending classes at Carihi Secondary, including in portable classrooms on the school grounds. PE programs continue to share the gym at Robron Centre and the musical theatre program has continued with support from the Tidemark Theatre, allowing students to put their production of Something Rotten on this year on the Tidemark's stage. In the fall, the culinary arts program is expected to move to a split model, with cold preparation in a classroom under the supervision of a responsible adult sous chef and hot preparation in the camp kitchen once it is retrofitted to accommodate the teaching requirements.

• Is it safe for students and staff at the school?

  Yes. The school was cleared for re-occupancy following required safety assessments, including air quality testing. Fire-affected areas have either been repaired, demolished, or remain sealed off and are not accessible.

• What parts of the school were damaged?

  The fire damaged A-wing, including the gym and several learning spaces. Parts of B-wing were also affected by smoke and water and required remediation.

• What is the current status of the rebuild?

  Provincial funding for the Carihi Secondary rebuild was officially approved on June 4, 2026, allowing the project to move ahead. The district is now beginning the next phase of work, including confirming timelines and procurement steps.

• Why is the rebuild taking time?

  Some parts of the planning and construction process could not begin until funding was in place.

• When will construction begin?

  Construction timelines are not yet confirmed as several steps could not begin until funding was in place. District staff will be working to move the project ahead as quickly as possible, with plans to begin repair work on the gym as a priority. More detailed timelines will be shared as they are confirmed.

• Will the school be fully rebuilt?

  The district’s plan recommends rebuilding A-wing and repairing the gym to restore full school functionality.