Dear Lynx families/Chères familles Lynx 

Welcome to the end of the 2024/25 school year. 

A reminder that report cards are available to view on MyCBE.  For more information on how to access this, please visit: https://support.cbe.ab.ca/mycbe-powerschool-faq 

I want to share some staffing updates heading into our next school year. 

  • Mme Scholz will be leaving us to join many of our French students at Wiliam Aberhart,  
  • Mme Aristou will be taking maternity leave for the birth of her second child in August, 
  • Ms. Chan has finished her very successful temporary contract, 
  • Finally, Mr. Prouse is retiring.  We wish him health and happiness in his retirement. 
  • We would welcome Ms. Lara Soukoreff and Ms. Ashtyn Guevera to our grade 8 team next year.   
  • Mme. Sara Laaouad will also be joining us at the grade 9 French Immersion Math/Science teacher. 
  • We will also be hiring a few more temporary teachers over the summer 

Finally, thank you to all the families, teachers and students for a wonderful year.  It is through this collective effort that our children succeed and that has made Vanier “the finest school in Calgary”.     

Our office will reopen August 26th for general inquiries. 

For those leaving us, best of luck in High School, wherever it is you are going. For those of you returning, we will see you back at Vanier on September 2. 

Have a safe and fun summer vacation. 

Bonne ete, 

Mr. Chad Edmonds – Principal École Georges P. Vanier School 

All Sport One Day 2025 

All Sport One Day is a fantastic, free sport discovery event designed specifically for children and youth aged 6 to 17. It offers a unique opportunity for young participants to try out a new sport or physical activity in a fun and supportive environment. 

Whether your child is curious about learning a new skill or simply eager to get active, this event is an excellent way to introduce them to the world of sports without any financial commitment. By participating, kids can explore different sports, discover their interests, and potentially find a new passion, all while making new friends and staying active. 

All Sport One Day 2025 will be held on Saturday, Aug. 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

Follow @SportCalgary on social media or sign-up for their newsletter for updates!   

Link: Registration Link 

Student Invite | Indigenous Junior Police Academy 

In support of Indigenous student well-being and achievement, CBE schools are encouraged to share this exciting opportunity with Indigenous students aged 12–16, and their families. 

The Calgary Police Service is hosting its second annual Indigenous Junior Police Academy, a unique summer experience designed to give youth a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to be a police officer. Participants will engage with specialized units including the Mounted Unit, HAWCS helicopters, Canine Unit, and the Indigenous Relations Team. This is a valuable opportunity for Indigenous students to build leadership skills, explore future career paths, and connect with community role models. 

Date: Monday, July 28 – Friday, Aug. 1 

Location: Calgary Police Service (details provided upon registration) 

Eligibility: Indigenous youth aged 12-16 

Registration: Space is limited. Students can download application on the CPS website 

My Transit Ride 2025-26 

Please share with your school communities:  

Each year, CBE collaborates with CCSD and Calgary Transit to provide a free orientation program that provides an opportunity for new and first-time transit riders to increase their comfort level and ability to ride Calgary Transit safely and efficiently to and from school. 

The orientation includes different stations for families to visit to learn more about route planning, fares, how to ride the bus or C-Train, safety features, rider etiquette and much more. 

Sessions run every half-hour and last approx 1 hour. 

Session Dates and TImes: 

Wednesday, Aug. 13 from 5 – 8 p.m. 

Saturday, Aug. 16 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 

Calgary Transit and CBE Transportation staff will be available to answer questions at these sessions. 

Link: Calgary Transit Orientations 

French Resources in Calgary