Welcome to Emily Carr Secondary School.
We are a community of approximately 800 students with diverse identities and learning styles.
Over 100 staff members work hard to create a warm, welcoming and inclusive culture where all students are supported. Our staff are innovative with diverse backgrounds and experience that they bring into the classroom to support students. We know that all students can be successful and we are here to support their learning journeys.
We invite you to learn more about our departments, programs and school.
Who We Are
At Emily Carr Secondary School, we:
- Embrace identities
- Cultivate Excellence, Find
- Strength in community and together,
- Shape the future.
Our Facilities
Community Spaces
Our school is unique. The Pierre Berton Library and the Al Palidini Community Centre are on the same site as our school, and we work in partnership. For example, students can access the Pierre Berton Library resources.
Classrooms
Our classroom facilities include:
- Fully operating shop where students can develop their skills in the trades
- A drama room and stage
- A specialty healthcare classroom
- Hairstyling classrooms
State of the art field
New in 2026, we have a new turf field for student athletics. Learn more about opportunities to get involved with student athletics and extracurriculars.
