Week at a Glance
The BC Lions are making powerful strides in promoting diversity and inclusion through their “Team Up to End Racism” initiative—a province-wide program that brings conversations about equity, respect, and anti-racism directly to students. On a recent visit to Ladysmith Secondary School (LSS), Lions players delivered this impactful presentation to a combined audience of Grade 8 students from LSS and Grade 6 and 7 students from Ladysmith Intermediate School (LIS).
Linebacker Boseko Lokombo and defensive back Patrice René—two proud members of the BC Lions—led the session with powerful personal stories and a strong call to action for students to stand up against discrimination. Lokombo, a BC native, and René, originally from Haiti and raised in Ottawa, both offered real-life insights into the importance of resilience, allyship, and community.
The 60-minute presentation, part of a larger initiative supported by the Province of British Columbia, Beedie, RBC, and Pacific Blue Cross, provides students with tools and language to recognize racism and take steps to challenge it. Focused on dialogue and empowerment, the session encouraged Ladysmith students to reflect on their role in building safe and inclusive spaces within their schools and beyond.
“Team Up to End Racism” is built on four pillars: school-based education, engagement through player ambassadors, accessible learning resources, and broad public awareness. Through their presence in communities like Ladysmith, the BC Lions are reinforcing the message that everyone—no matter their age—can be part of creating lasting, meaningful change.
The following is a reminder about the NLPS school closure procedure for students.
If schools are closed due to snow, or any other weather-related problems, announcements will be made on local radio stations (WOLF 106.9 FM, WAVE 102.3 FM, and 91.7 COAST FM) by 7 a.m., or earlier, on the day of the closure. Please do not call the radio station – tune in and listen for the announcements, which will be made on a regular basis.
In addition, the district will post the information on the district’s website, Twitter, Facebook, and mobile app. Families may also receive a message through the School Messenger notification system via phone, email, or text. Please keep in mind, however, that there may be situations where this is not always possible, for example, power outages or technical problems. The most reliable method is to listen to the local radio stations.
ADDRESS:
Ladysmith Intermediate School
317 French St. Ladysmith, BC V9G 1B1
(250) 245-3351
INTERNET/SOCIAL MEDIA:
WEBSITE: https://li.schools.sd68.bc.ca/