​ To support the Qualicum School District Board of Education in their decision making during the annual Budget Development process, input from educational partners, including administrators, employees, parents/caregivers, students and community members are invited to help inform priorities for the 2026/27 school district budget. Click below to access the Budget Survey.

​We’ve teamed up with Mitchell’s Soup Company — a Canadian, family-owned artisan brand known for their handmade, small-batch soup, stew, chili, rice dishes and dessert mixes 

Why this fundraiser is a win: 

● Each mix makes 8–10 hearty servings — perfect for families and meal planning 

● Easy to prepare — just add a few fresh ingredients 

● Huge variety of delicious options ● 35% of every sale goes directly to Ballenas Grad 2026 ​

Your purchase helps fund:

Prom & Dry Grad 

A safe, fun celebration for our grads 

How it works: 

● Order online anytime between February 12 – March 12 

● All soup is shipped to the school 

● Orders will be available for pick up at Ballenas Secondary School, likely near the end of March (we’ll confirm the exact pickup dates once delivery is scheduled)

​This parent-friendly session supports families in better understanding inclusive classrooms, why complexity is part of the reality, and how families can support inclusion in meaningful and realistic ways.  The workshop will be facilitated by Carly Eirikson , who works in inclusive education and school leadership and has extensive experience supporting students, families, and school teams.

​Wednesday, March 4th 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Thursday, March 5th 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Booking opens on Tuesday, February 17th.

Click read more to book on-line or call the Ballenas office at 250-248-5721 to book in.