Province Seeks Design Consultant for Pasadena Elementary School Expansion

The Provincial Government is taking another step toward expanding capacity at Pasadena Elementary School on the province’s west coast with the issuance of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for design consulting services.

The successful proponent will provide design and related professional services for the extension and renovations of Pasadena Elementary School, helping ensure the school can continue to meet the needs of students, staff and families in the community. Four additional classrooms, a new kitchen and lunchroom, along with accessible washrooms, will be included in the extension. Space for a pre-Kindergarten program will also be included in the design.

Investments in school infrastructure are essential to supporting student success and well-being. Modern, well-designed learning environments help create the conditions students need to learn, grow and reach their full potential, while also supporting educators in delivering high-quality programming.

The extension project reflects the Provincial Government’s ongoing commitment to providing students with safe, welcoming and effective learning spaces that support educational outcomes and respond to changing enrolment and community needs.

Budget 2026 includes $15.8 million in funding for multiple school infrastructure initiatives, including $4.2 million allocated in 2026-27 to the planning and expansion of Pasadena Elementary, Ecole Boreale in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, and St. Teresa’s in St. John’s. More detailed information on Budget 2026: Opportunity For all of Us is available here .

Information on public calls for bids issued and awarded by the Provincial Government and other public bodies is available by visiting www.merx.com/govnl .

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“Quality school infrastructure plays a critical role in student learning and success. By advancing planning for the expansion of Pasadena Elementary School, we are helping ensure students and educators have access to safe, modern and supportive learning environments that meet their needs today and into the future.”

Honourable Barry Petten

Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure

“A school is far more than a building; it is often a cornerstone of a community. Students learn and connect, families gather for events, and future generations are shaped by teachers. This investment in school infrastructure for Pasadena Elementary School will create a welcoming learning environment that will help students and teachers thrive by fostering creativity, collaboration, and a strong sense of belonging. It will provide the foundation that strengthens opportunities for learning and growth.”

Honourable Paul Dinn

Minister of Education and Eary Childhood Development

“Addressing the educational needs of our district remains one of our top priorities. The proposed extension to Pasadena Elementary will help meet the immediate need for additional classroom space, expanded kitchen and lunchroom facilities, and accessible washrooms. These improvements are essential to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all students.”

Hal Cormier

Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands

MHA for St. George’s – Humber