QMS Stories

The Power of Gifts-in-Kind

Nov 05th, 2025

By Heather Bartfai, Director of Alumni, Community & Donor Engagement When we think of donations, cash is usually the...

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Bioluminescent Genes

Nov 04th, 2025

By Hayley Picard, Director of Communications & Marketing Photo by Tomo Nishizawa Our AP Biology students recently completed a...

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Debating at Island MUN

Nov 01st, 2025

By Sharon Faber, Humanities Teacher A small but mighty QMS delegation represented our school at Island MUN, hosted by...

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Building Bridges Across the Pacific

Oct 22nd, 2025

By Hayley Picard, Director of Communications & Marketing On October 15, Head of School, Ander Monro, and Director of...

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Culinary Creations

Oct 21st, 2025

By Tina Chung, Culinary World Tour Teacher Our talented culinary students wrapped up their Vietnamese cuisine unit with creativity...

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Classic Garage Sale

Oct 18th, 2025

By Hayley Picard, Director of Communications and Marketing Students in our Automotive Restoration Program braved the soggy weather on...

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Thanksgiving Food Chain

Oct 10th, 2025

By Hayley Picard, Director of Communications and Marketing Photo by Ashley Marston We are so grateful to our QMS...

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Saying Thank You

Oct 07th, 2025

By Heather Bartfai, Director of Alumni, Community & Donor Engagement As we approach Thanksgiving, I’d like to take this...

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GMUN Launches Model UN Season

Oct 05th, 2025

By Kimberley Chapman, Humanities Department Head  Our first Model UN conference of the year is in the books! On...

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Why the Annual Fund Matters

Sep 24th, 2025

By Heather Bartfai, Director of Alumni, Community & Donor Engagement As a not-for-profit independent school, Queen Margaret’s School depends...

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Cultivating Language, Gratitude, and Community: ELD Students in Action

Sep 23rd, 2025

By Whitney Kay, Senior School Teacher At Queen Margaret’s School, learning extends beyond the classroom, and our ELD (English...

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A Classic Start: Launching Automotive Restoration at QMS

Sep 22nd, 2025

By Hayley Picard, Director of Communications & Marketing On September 19, QMS proudly welcomed students, families, alumni, and community...

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QMS Senior Boys Soccer – Tournament Champions!

Sep 20th, 2025

By Nick Zuback, Coach The QMS Senior Boys Soccer Team took part in the DCS Soccer Open last week...

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QMS Launches Classics for Kids in Support of the Cowichan District Hospital Foundation

Sep 11th, 2025

By Hayley Picard, Director of Communications & Marketing Excitement is building at Queen Margaret’s School (QMS) with the launch...

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Kindergarten: A Springboard into the QMS Experience

Sep 09th, 2025

By Hayley Picard, Director of Communications and Marketing & Alison Galloway, Junior School Principal On Orientation Day, twenty-three eager...

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Reading for a Goal

Feb 01st, 2025

By Kimberley Chapman, Humanities Teacher Hopefully, now that we are solidly in February, the good habits that you began...

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QMS PA Supports Community with Holiday Market & Fair

Dec 02nd, 2024

By Saoirse M. (’28) The recent Holiday Market and Fair, supported by the QMS Parents’ Association (PA), once again...

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QMS Marks Remembrance Day

Nov 07th, 2024

By Isabelle W. (’26) November 7th, 2024, marked the annual Remembrance Day Ceremony at Queen Margaret’s School, a yearly celebration...

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Speech Day 2024

Jun 20th, 2024

By Saoirse M. (’28) As we gather on this special day, we celebrate the culmination of another exceptional year...

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The Eclipse Enlivens QMS’ Music Scene

Apr 07th, 2024

By Jason C. (’25) Many returning students may well be familiar with the legendary Senior School Band “30ft.” For...

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Carving Connection: John Marston’s Legacy at QMS

Apr 06th, 2024

By Zhuola S. (’26) In a touching ceremony, students from the Senior School Indigenous Studies class, senior art class,...

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QMS Equestrian Team Triumphs at IEA Regionals

Mar 07th, 2024

By Zhuola S. (’26) The QMS Equestrian Team recently made history as the first Canadian team to compete in...

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Madison W. to Represent QMS for Poetry in Voice

Mar 03rd, 2024

By Serena K. (’27) Inspired by Maia C. (’24)’s ground-breaking win at the 2023 National Poetry-in-Voice Competition, poetry was...

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Model UN: A Season of Hard Work and Grit

Feb 28th, 2024

By Saoirse M. (’28) The QMS Model United Nations (MUN) Team, fondly referred to as the MUNsters, have been...

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The Australian Exchange: Developing a Global Mindset

Feb 28th, 2024

By Sadie W. (’26) QMS launched an exchange program last year, providing Grade 10 students with an enriching opportunity...

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Italian Culinary Event Impresses All

Feb 16th, 2024

By Isabelle W. (’26) Parents are getting a taste of the QMS Culinary Arts Program at the Inaugural Italian...

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Finding Your Path Through Career Day

Feb 06th, 2024

By Florence L.-S. (’25) If any QMS high school student is looking for a way to expand their horizons,...

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Gala Fundraiser to Determine Future Head for a Day

Feb 02nd, 2024

By Alex W-W. (’25) Every year at the Queen Margaret’s School Gala, there is a much-coveted auction for a...

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Volunteer Fair at QMS 2024

Feb 01st, 2024

By Jason C. (‘25)  Organized by Head Prefect Maia C. (‘24), Senior School students were thrilled to find 12...

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Hugh’s Wins Again: Another Successful Spirit Day

Jan 26th, 2024

By Serena K. (’27) Recently, Hugh’s Spirit Captains hosted an exciting Spirit Day for the entire QMS community. To...

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