The Sooke School District, WestShore Chamber of Commerce and the City of Colwood have brought together a collaborative alliance which includes the City of Langford, District of Sooke, Camosun College, Canadian College of the Performing Arts, First Nations and a host of community cultural groups. We believe strongly that a golden opportunity exists to improve our economy and build a stronger tomorrow by collaborating to create an innovative community education and cultural hub for the West Shore at Royal Bay.
The complex would include one of the district’s two long-awaited secondary schools and a community performing arts and culture centre and outdoor amphitheatre, integrating innovative green building design. Since Camosun and the Canadian College of the Performing Arts are also exploring opportunities to deliver post-secondary training on the West Shore to better serve people seeking life-long learning experiences and skills advancement, we see the potential business synergies … a real win/win/win for the future.
The is innovative neighbourhood learning centre project will allow our region to capitalize on economic development opportunities, deliver improved education facilities and encourage healthy communities and a better quality of life.
Imagine a state-of-the-art secondary school with inspired young people who are learning by doing. A place where post-secondary education options are actively integrated into our daily lives. Imagine a beautiful destination where people can develop skills in new sustainable living technologies AND take part in invigorating multi-generational events and opportunities in the visual and performing. Imagine high school graduations closer to home, or community gatherings overlooking the Salish Sea and Olympic Mountains. The possibilities are endless. It’s a community vision worth taking a stand for!
We welcome and encourage you to have your say in this pivotal proposal and share your views!
