Updated: April 16, 2026
The Northwest Solution Project (Phases 1 & 2) supports Edmonton Catholic Schools’ plan to modernize and expand Catholic education in northwest Edmonton.
Phase 2: Chambery & Griesbach
Plans include:
- A new Catholic K–6 school in Chambery to replace St. Charles Catholic Elementary School.
- A new Catholic K–9 school in Griesbach to replace St. Timothy and Katherine Therrien Catholic Elementary Schools.
For more background information, see How We Got Here below.
Visioning Sessions
Edmonton Catholic School Division advanced Phase 2 by hosting visioning sessions for the future Griesbach K–9 and Chambery K–6 schools. With pre-planning funding from Alberta Education and Childcare, ECSD engaged Stantec Architecture to design and facilitate workshops that captured community needs and aspirations early in the planning process.
Purpose of the Visioning Sessions
The sessions brought together parents, staff, and community partners from St. Timothy, St. Charles, and Katherine Therrien Schools, along with internal ECSD teams. Through guided activities and interactive design exercises, participants shared their perspectives on:
• Aspirations for future learning environments
• Desired features, spaces, and amenities
• Priorities for outdoor playfields and gathering areas
• Ideas for building layout, site organization, and community use
This collaborative process helped ECSD capture a picture of community priorities and ensured alignment with the division’s educational goals and Catholic identity. The strong engagement demonstrated during these sessions also contributed to building a compelling case for future government approval.
What We Heard Report
Following the completion of both visioning sessions, ECSD and Stantec compiled feedback into a What We Heard Report. This report summarizes the themes, priorities, and ideas shared by community partners and families, and reflects the collective vision that emerged through the engagement process. It now serves as a foundational reference for the conceptual design phase and will continue to guide the development of options for both school sites.
The What We Heard Report is available for the community to review and provides insight into the priorities that will shape the next steps in planning.
How We Got Here
Background Information
Edmonton Catholic Schools is planning new, modern learning spaces in the Chambery and Griesbach neighbourhoods to meet the needs of growing communities and support student success from Kindergarten through Grade 12.
About the Northwest Solution
The Northwest Solution project is part of ECSD’s long-term plan to renew and expand Catholic education in northwest Edmonton. Phase 1 focuses on building a new Kindergarten to Grade 9 school in Oxford to replace St. Lucy Catholic Elementary School.
Phase 2: Chambery and Griesbach
Phase 2 proposes a new Kindergarten to Grade 6 school in Chambery, replacing St. Charles Catholic Elementary School, and a new Kindergarten to Grade 9 school in Griesbach, replacing St. Timothy and Katherine Therrien Catholic Elementary Schools.
Catholic K–6 school in Chambery
- Capacity: 650 students
- Location: 176 Ave. & 107 St. NW
- Design: purpose-built for modern learning, with future modular expansion options to accommodate growth
Catholic K–9 school in Griesbach
- Capacity: 950 students at opening, expandable to 1,200
- Location: Ad Astra Blvd. & Sir Arthur Currie Way NW
- Design: modern facility with dedicated Career & Technology Studies (CTS) spaces
These projects address aging facilities, enrolment pressures, and the need for additional junior high space north of 137 Avenue. Phase 2 first appeared in the Division’s Capital Plan in March 2025.
Online Questionnaire
From December 4 to December 11, 2025, Edmonton Catholic Schools engaged families from the communities of St. Charles, St. Timothy, and Katherine Therrien to gather feedback on programming for the new replacement schools in Chambery and Griesbach. The process included an explainer video and an online questionnaire, which received 25 responses. Families shared their priorities for programming and the benefits related to access, modernization, and efficiency.
Click here to read the What We Heard Report