The Vancouver School Board voted last night to hold a series of public consultations before deciding which of 11 schools it might close. We need to hear from and talk with people throughout school communities who would be affected if any of these schools were to be closed," said Mike Lombardi, Chair of the Vancouver School Board. Lombardi said he's pleased the province is relaxing its rules, but he said the board still needs to proceed with possible closures. Development plans soughtThe board also voted last night to ask the city for more information about development projects so that it can gauge future enrolment. Lord Elementary if the school students are to be moved to — Begbie Elementary — is seismically upgraded.

Source: CBC News September 27, 2016 14:48 UTC