Outdoor Education

Junior School

Five Minutes with Ms. Minnema

To kick off the start of the winter outdoor education season, we sat down with Aliya Minnema, Vice Principal and Experiential Learning Coordinator, to learn more about her own outdoor education journey and why she loves what she does.

Community

SJS Wrapped: Guest Authors

Last term, a number of our community shared their stories and expertise with SJS News. Here is a look back at the guest authors on SJS News in 2025.

Senior School

My Strathcona Canoe Trip

Sloane, Grade 9, recounts her recent canoe trip in Strathcona Provincial Park on Vancouver Island as part of the yearly Outdoor Education trip, where the students learned survival skills, challenged their endurance and grew closer as a class along the way.

Senior School

Beyond the Classroom: The Role of Outdoor Education and Trips at the Senior School

From snowshoeing in the Yukon to exploring art in London, learning at SJS extends far beyond the classroom. Outdoor Education and global experiences shape students into confident, compassionate citizens of the world.

Senior School

Yukon: A Week of Discovery and Adventure

On the Yukon trip, Grade 8 and 9 students had the opportunity to explore the region's natural beauty, immerse themselves in local culture and...

Community

New Year, New Adventures: Get Ready for an Action-Packed Term!

As we step into a new school term, there's no shortage of exciting events and excursions lined up! From thrilling outdoor adventures to creative...

Senior School

Adventure Awaits: Grade 8 & 9 Explore Strathcona

Grade 8 and 9 enjoyed four days of outdoor immersion and learning at Strathcona Park last week.

Senior School

Grade 6 & 7 Enjoy Three-Day Camp in Squamish

The students enjoyed getting involved in high ropes, mountain biking, archery, carving, fire building and much more!

Outdoor Education

Three Sciences, One Ocean

Tower Development Update — February 2026

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