Vancouver Learning Network (VLN) offers full-time and part-time educational programs for secondary students in Grades 8-12, as well as adult learners.  The Grade 8 and 9 program operates on a traditional school-year schedule, running from the first day of school in September to last day of classes in June each year.  Students in Grades 8 and 9 must complete their courses by the last day of classes in June. 

Full-time program:

Secondary students in Grades 8-12 and adult learners wanting to attend VLN full-time must contact our main office at vln@vsb.bc.ca to arrange a meeting with a counsellor. 

Part-time program:

Part-time studies at VLN are available to students in Grades 10-12 and to non-VSB students in Grades 8 and 9. Non-VSB students in Grades 8 and 9 who wish to enrol in VLN Grade 8/9 courses should contact the VLN office at 604-713-5520. Students in Grades 10 to 12 can self-register for courses online using the following steps below.  

*Students enrolling part-time in grade 8/9 courses at VLN must complete their courses by the last day of classes in June of the current school year.

How to register (Grades 10 – 12):

• + Step 1: Begin your registration:

  • Visit the online registration form.
  • If you are new to VLN, choose “I do not have a username and password” and follow the prompts. You will receive a username and password via email that will allow you to login to Brightspace where you will access your online courses. 
  • If you already have a username and password, proceed with your login details to register for courses. If you cannot login or have forgotten your login information, send an email to VLN Support. *Please do not create another username*

• + Step 2: Choose your courses:

  • Once you are logged in, select the courses you wish to enroll in. VLN offers 90+ secondary level courses, including Advanced Placement courses. For a list of available courses, view the Course List.

• + Step 3: Complete your Start-Up Assignment:

  • Scroll down the ‘My Courses’ section of Brightspace for links to your course(s). You will need to complete a Start-Up Assignment before you gain access to your course(s).
  • Click on a course link for instructions to complete and submit the Start-Up Assignment. 

• + Step 4: Access course materials:

  • Once your Start-Up Assignment is marked by your teacher, you will receive full access to the course. This may take 2-3 school days.
  • You are ready to start your course(s)! Please note some courses have required materials and/or optional textbooks that will need to be picked up at the VLN office. You may be required to leave a refundable textbook deposit.