Education Sector

Several elementary schools, a middle school, and a secondary school are available to the residents of Dawson Creek. We are also home to two private schools and a trades college.

Public Schools

Peace River South School District #59 maintains the public education system and facilities within Dawson Creek. Twenty schools offer K-12 grade levels with approximately 3,600 student enrolled.

Partnerships with the local college allow secondary students to pursue trades programs and dual credit options. Students of all ages can participate in outdoor learning at the Pat O'Reilly Outdoor/Environmental Studies Centre located at Gwillim Lake, a short trip from city centre.

Private Schools

There are currently two private schools open for attendance.

• Mountain Christian School (K-12)
• Notre Dame School (K-7)

College

The Northern Lights College (NLC) and the University of Northern British Columbia provide higher education to the Dawson Creek area.

Northern Lights College

NLC is the local trades college in Dawson Creek. Known as ‘BC's Energy College' and NLC boasts some excellent training centres. Trade and apprenticeship programs offered include:

• Automotive Service Technician
• Carpentry
• Heavy Duty Technician
• Esthetics and Nail Care Technology
• Hairstyling
• Millwright
• Plumbing
• Welding

The college also offers university level arts and science courses, among other post-secondary studies. For more information, visit Northern Lights College.

University of Northern British Columbia

The University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) main campus is in Prince George, BC. UNBC provides opportunities in Dawson Creek and the surrounding area through their Peace River-Liard Campus in Fort St. John, and in conjunction with NLC. For more information about the courses and programs available, visit UNBC.