Project 2: For Saskatchewan
public engagement efforts facilitated by Y Station
Over the last few years, Fort Saskatchewan has experienced substantial residential growth. In fact, the growth is at a point where it affects the Division’s ability to provide accommodation for students living in the area. For EIPS, addressing enrolment pressures at James Mowat Elementary is one of the most pressing issues within the city. Despite the addition of one modular classroom, enrolment projections indicate the school will reach capacity in 2022-23. The reason: James Mowat Elementary is the designated receiving school for the city’s new Westpark neighbourhood. As such, the Division anticipates the high enrolment to continue at the school as Westpark develops and families move in. The Division will form a community-supported solution to manage the school’s growth and address the enrolment issues.