Victory Hill Dorm

Last updated on September 2, 2025

Victory Hill Dorm (VHD) is a supportive and nurturing home-like environment for children and youth living away from home while going to school at the B.C. School for the Deaf in Burnaby.

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Staying at VHD

Children and youth ages five to 18 stay at Victory Hill during the week and return home for weekends or holidays.

Each child/youth has a child care counsellor, who manages their care plan and acts as a liaison between the school, professionals, students and parents. In fact, the child care counsellor and parents stay in contact on a weekly basis to discuss the child/youth's experiences, challenges and joys.

Children and youth live in six family-style homes designed in consultation with deaf people. American Sign Language is the primary language of communication, and qualified child care counselors are fluent.

Safety, comfort features, amenities and supports

  • Built-in flashing lights for telephones, doorbells, fire alarms and security alarms
  • Open spaces and natural light make it easy to communicate in American Sign Language
  • Private bedrooms and three bathrooms per house
  • A safe and nurturing family-like setting makes Victory Hill feel like home
  • Support staff available 24 hours a day, Sunday afternoon to Friday evening

Eligibility and admission

Students who are accepted to the BC School for the Deaf may contact the Victory Hill Dorm Manager to discuss placement at Victory Hill Dorm (VHD).

The Ministry of Education is responsible for paying all the transportation costs associated with VHD children and youth travelling home every weekend and school breaks. Priority is given to children and youth who live outside the Lower Mainland and/or more than one hour commuting distance (one way) from the school.

Families requesting VHD placement are encouraged to arrange a visit with the Victory Hill Dorm Manager.

The Ministry of Children and Family Development is responsible for accommodation, meals, and staffing.

Victory Hill Residential Program (3:14)

The Victory Hill Residential Program (VHRP) provides a safe, comfortable and nurturing residential environment for students, aged 5 to 19, who must live away from home in order to attend the British Columbia Provincial School for the Deaf in Burnaby. The residents return to their family and home community each weekend and school holiday.

VHD important dates

 

2025

  • Labour Day: Monday, September 1
  • Dorm opens: Tuesday, September 2
  • School opens: Wednesday, September 3
  • School Professional Day: Friday, September 19
  • Students fly in / National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Tuesday, September 30
  • Thanksgiving: Monday, October 13
  • Professional Day: Friday, October 24
  • Remembrance Day: Tuesday, November 11
  • Professional Day: Friday, November 21
  • Winter Break: Monday, December 22 to Friday, January 2
 

2026

  • Dorm reopens: Sunday, January 4
  • School reopens: Monday, January 5
  • Family Day, Monday, February 16
  • Professional Day: Friday, February 27
  • Spring Break: Monday, March 16 to Friday, March 27
  • Dorm reopens: Sunday, March 29
  • Good Friday: Friday, April 3
  • Easter Monday: Monday, April 6
  • Professional Day: Monday, April 27
  • Professional Day for High School: Friday, May 15
  • Victoria Day: Monday, May 18
  • Professional Day for Elementary School: Friday, June 5
  • Last day of High School: Friday, June 19
  • Last day for Elementary School: Wednesday, June 24

Contact information

Contact the Victory Hill Dorm for information and eligibility.

Fax
604-660-1859