Newcomers who are refugees, permanent residents, or who have work or study permits should make an appointment with the Welcome Centre.
What services are provided at the Welcome Centre?
Help with the school registration form
Help with school bus registration (if necessary)
Connection to our Settlement Worker(s) in School
English language assessment
Additional information and resources about School District 22
What should families bring to their appointment?
Your school-aged child(ren) for an English language assessment.
The required documentation for registration:
Child’s birth certificate
Proof of Status in Canada for both parent and child (e.g. Canadian passport, citizenship card, permanent resident card, birth certificate, work visa, study permit with acceptance letter from school, temporary resident permit, refugee protection claimant document)
Child’s BC Services Card
Proof of residence from the legal guardian that clearly identifies their name and current address (*at least two documents confirming residential address are required).
Acceptable Proof of Address in School Catchment Area.
Bring one from the left-hand column and one from the right-hand column OR two from the right.
Government Issue ID:
BC Driver’s License
BC ID
BC Services Card
Preferred Proof of Residence:
Property Tax Statement
Bank Statement
Credit Card Statement
Purchase Agreement of Home
Rental Insurance
Municipal Utility Statement
Gas, Electric, Landline or Cable Bill
Current Tax Return, filed as a BC Resident
How do I book an appointment at the Welcome Centre? Book Here!
