Last updated: July 30, 2025

On July 12, 2025, a fire severely damaged the playground at St. Pius X Catholic Elementary School in Edmonton’s Sherbrooke community. The St. Pius X playground is an important part of our school, providing a space where students play, grow, and connect. While the school building was not affected, Edmonton Police has confirmed the fire was deliberately set and continues to investigate.

Edmonton Catholic Schools is working with its insurance provider to assess the damage, complete the cleanup in time for the new school year, and begin planning for the playground’s reconstruction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened to the playground?

On July 12, 2025, a fire caused significant damage to the St. Pius X playground. No injuries were reported. The Edmonton Police Service has confirmed the fire was deliberately set and is investigating the incident as arson.

Is the site safe?

Yes. The playground area has been secured with temporary fencing and is closed to the public. Daycare and summer camp programs continue to operate with safety protocols in place.

What are the next steps?

• Cleanup efforts are expected to be completed before the school year begins.
• Plans to rebuild the playground are in development.
• We will share updates as timelines and designs are confirmed.

How can I help?

We are grateful for the community’s support. We will share more information as the project progresses and if opportunities to get involved become available.

How can I report information about the fire?

If you have dashcam or security footage from the area of 122 Avenue and 128 Street between 7:00 AM and 8:20 AM on Saturday, July 12, please contact EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.p3tips.com/250. Click here to read the news release.