Sutherland ​strives to develop students' skills, intellect and personal growth in a supportive, respectful learning environment, and to prepare students to become responsible citizens.

​Canada Day marks the anniversary of Confederation in 1867. It was originally known as Dominion Day and was renamed in 1982. Canada Day is observed annually on July 1 and is a statutory holiday in British Columbia.

Resources:

• Government of Canada - Canada Day
• The Canadian Encyclopedia - Canada Day
• The Canadian Encyclopedia - Confederation
  
• Britannica - Canada Day
  

​B.C. Day was first introduced in 1974 as the British Columbia Day Act with the idea of recognizing the pioneers that helped build the province. B.C. Day is observed annually on the first Monday of August and is a statutory holiday in B.C.

Labour Day is a day to celebrate the accomplishments of the labour movement and the benefits of having a union at work. It is observed annually on the first Monday of September and is a statutory holiday in British Columbia.

Resources:

• The Canadian Encyclopedia - Labour Day in Canada
• BCTF - A History of Labour in BC (Gold Fever, Working People)
• BCTF - A History of Labour in BC (Dark Day at the Second Narrows)
  

​The first day of school is the Tuesday following Labour Day. This is a shortened school day. Please confirm the hours students attend with your child’s school.