The Ministry of Education and Child Care announced that it would be allocating $60 million in one-time funding to school districts to increase food security for students and their families, and to support students, parents, and guardians with affordability concerns.
The Abbotsford School District has received $1.9 million in one-time funding to make the return to school more affordable for students and families.
They are looking for feedback on how this money can best support the specific needs of families in the community.