To our SD43 Families,
Over the past week, our school district has faced several threats to specific sites, leading us to activate our safety protocols. Whether you were directly impacted or not, these events have weighed heavily on our entire community. I want to take a moment to acknowledge that - the stress, the worry, and the emotional toll this has had on our students, our staff, and our families. Please know that I see and I feel it too.
From the moment these incidents occurred, the safety and well-being of your children was paramount. I am deeply grateful for the steady, compassionate, and brave response from our district and school teams. Their calm presence and unwavering commitment to your children made a difference in moments that were challenging for all of us.
I want to thank you for your trust, your patience, and your steady support. Your partnership is central to our strength as a community.
We understand that events like this cause uncertainty, anxiety, and a wide range of emotions. If you or your children are feeling unsettled, please know this: you are not alone. We are here to support you and your children. Our schools are caring places with staff ready to help, listen, and ensure that both students and families feel safe and supported.
I also want to extend heartfelt appreciation to the RCMP and the Port Moody Police Department. Their partnership, vigilance, and dedication to our schools’ safety have brought reassurance during a difficult time, and we are grateful for their continued efforts in understanding and resolving these incidents.
As we move forward, transparency and clear communication will remain deeply important to us, and we will continue our close collaboration with our police partners. Because the RCMP and Port Moody Police hold primary responsibility for public safety and the investigation of incidents like these, the school district cannot share information that pertains to their active investigations. Today’s RCMP statement includes the following important note: “These types of incidents aim at creating fear within our community, we can confirm to date no evidence has been identified to corroborate these alleged threats.”
I remain confident that our staff and students are safe. While these events are disruptive and unsettling, it is essential that we continue to trust our police partners and follow routine, precautionary protocols so they can carry out their work safely and effectively on behalf of our entire community.
Thank you for your compassion, your resilience, and your continued support of our schools and of one another.
Moments like this remind us of the strength, care and unity that defines our SD43 community.
Kind regards,
Nadine
