The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure continues to work closely with an environmental consultant to investigate the source of the smell at Holy Redeemer Elementary School.

On May 15, a chemical smell was first detected at the school and a decision was promptly made to close the facility. Since the closure, students have been temporarily relocated to the following neighbouring schools:

• K to Grade 3 – Bay Roberts Primary
• Grades 4 to 6 – All Hallows Elementary (North River)
• Grades 7 to 9 – St. Peter’s Elementary (Upper Island Cove)

This temporary relocation will be in effect for the remainder of the school year. The Provincial Government’s priority is the safety of students and staff at Holy Redeemer Elementary School, as the investigation on the source of the chemical smell continues.

At this time, there have been no conclusive findings from the investigation that determine the source of the odour, and additional testing is planned. The department will release the results to the public.

If there are any questions on this process, please reach out to jimsinnott@nlschools.ca.

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