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Vancouver DPAC AGM Report !
A heartfelt thank you to everyone in our district following our successful Annual General Meeting on June 19th. Here are the voting results: Melanie ChengChairDavid SchaubVice ChairSherry BreshearsSecretaryMichael MenashyTreasurerDeborah Stern SilverMember at LargeIshi DinimMember at LargeCelena BenndorfMember at LargeElizabeth Klaiber-NobleMember at LargeAngela WaterlowMember at Large A special thank you to our sponsors: PACanimal - PAC... Read more
Budgeting for Inclusion: Advocacy Update
Vancouver DPAC continues to advocate for increased funding and meaningful supports for students with disabilities and diverse learning needs. Last month, we launched our strongest budget campaign to date: "Budgeting for Inclusion." Our campaign included the following actions: 1. Inclusive Education Working Group Report Advocating for Equity: A Caregiver-led Examination of Inclusive Education in Vancouver... Read more
“The Schools We Need” Townhall Meeting
Date: Sunday, June 1, 2025Time: 1:30 – 4:30 PMLocation: Moberly Arts and Cultural Centre (Moberly Park)7646 Prince Albert Street, Vancouver (In person only)Sponsored by COPE - take the survey here. Join us for “The Schools We Need” – a public townhall focused on the future of public education.Vancouver DPAC’s Working Groups will be presenting at... Read more
Vancouver DPAC AGM June 19, 2025
Date & Time:Thursday, June 19, 20256:30 – 9:00 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30 pm, meeting starts at 7:00 pm) Registration Deadline:Pre-registration is requiredRegister by Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Click here for registration link.Late registration will be permitted only if space allows. Location:*Vancouver School Board Education Centre1580 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC*Important notes: This... Read more
Call for Executive Nominations – Submit by 7:00 pm June 18th
Vancouver DPAC's Annual General Meeting is on June 19th. If you would like to submit a Nomination for DPAC Executive to be voted at our AGM, please submit by 7:00 pm June 18th. For full instructions on the Nomination process, please visit: https://www.vancouverdpac.org/nominations/
Support for the Lapu Lapu Tragedy. Measles are back :( & Climate Success (Yay!)
From the Health & Safety Working Group, Vancouver District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC Vancouver) 1. We extend our deepest condolences to the students, families, friends, and all those impacted by the tragic events at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival. This heartbreaking incident has shaken our broader school community. As members of the Health & Safety... Read more
Lord Byng Secondary School will be celebrating their 100th Anniversary!
Celebrating a Historic Milestone at Lord Byng! We congratulate Byng on celebrating this huge milestone ! To kick off a full day of festivities, the Byng PAC will be hosting a continental-style breakfast on Friday, May 10 — and everyone is welcome to attend! It’s a chance to connect, share stories, and celebrate our vibrant... Read more
Upholding Parental Rights in Public Education Governance
Parental involvement in public education is a protected right under BC law. The Statement of Education Policy Order, the School Act, and VSB policies all affirm that parents have both the right and responsibility to help shape educational goals, policies, and services. This summary outlines the legal framework supporting parent participation through PACs and DPAC,... Read more
Statement of Condolence and Support
On behalf of the Vancouver District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC), we extend our deepest condolences to the students, families, friends, and all those affected by the heartbreaking tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival. We stand in heartfelt solidarity with the Filipino-Canadian community during this time, especially as the event was meant to honour and... Read more