Widespread Power Outages Force Schools to Close in Mauricie
Today, November 11, 2025, a significant number of schools across the Mauricie region have been closed due to widespread power outages caused by heavy snowfall. The situation has affected both public and private schools, leaving students, parents, and staff with little choice but to stay home for the day.
In Drummondville and surrounding areas, the Centre de services scolaire des Chênes has announced that all its schools and training centers are closed. This includes primary and secondary schools, as well as adult education centers. Only a few daycare services, such as those at Aux Quatre-Vents, Saint-Pie X, and Saint-Jean, remain open to care for children who are already enrolled. The closures have been necessitated because many schools are without electricity, and the restoration timeline remains uncertain.
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Similarly, the Centres de services scolaire du Chemin-du-Roy and de la Riveraine reported that their schools, daycare services, and training centers are closed for the day. The decision comes as Hydro-Québec confirmed that tens of thousands of households are without power across the region. In the Mauricie area alone, more than 18,000 homes were reported to be without electricity early this morning, and in the Centre-du-Québec, the number has reached over 33,000. In total, up to 376,000 homes have experienced outages due to the heavy snow impacting the electrical network.
Private schools have also been affected. In Trois-Rivières, Keranna, Val-Marie, Collège Marie-de-l’Incarnation, and Séminaire Saint-Joseph have all been closed, while the Collège Saint-Bernard remains closed for the day, though its daycare service continues to operate. In Lac-aux-Sables, École le Sablon d’Or has also been forced to close.
The closures are not only a precautionary measure but a necessity, as many schools are unable to provide safe and functional learning environments without electricity. Parents are advised to take care when traveling on the roads, as snow and power outages may create additional hazards. School boards have also noted that updates on evening classes will be provided later in the day, depending on how the situation evolves.
While the closures are inconvenient, they reflect the seriousness of the situation. Authorities continue to monitor conditions closely, and efforts are being made to restore power as quickly and safely as possible. Families are encouraged to stay informed and prioritize safety until normal services can resume.
Overall, the region is facing a challenging day, and the impact of the heavy snowfall combined with power failures has been felt widely. Students will be home, teachers will be on standby, and communities are bracing for the gradual return of electricity in the hours ahead.
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