St. Rene Goupil – St. Luke Child Care Centre Groundbreaking Event

On June 21st 2022, the YCDSB officially celebrated the ground-breaking of the new Child Care Centre at St. Rene Goupil – St. Luke Catholic Elementary School in Thornhill. The Child Care Centre is scheduled to open in September 2023. The facility is planned as a 3 room centre and will include infant, toddler, and pre-school … Continue reading “St. Rene Goupil – St. Luke Child Care Centre Groundbreaking Event”

YCDSB Students Receive the Schulich Leader Scholarship

The York Catholic District School Board proudly congratulates Neill Botushanski from Cardinal Carter Catholic High School and Brent Davison from St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic High School for receiving the prestigious Schulich Leader Scholarship this year, which is Canada’s top scholarship for students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Schulich Leader Scholarships Canada awards its prestigious … Continue reading “YCDSB Students Receive the Schulich Leader Scholarship”

St. Robert CHS students achieved World’s #1 team standing in three University of Waterloo Math Contests

The York Catholic District School Board is excited to share that team St. Robert took home the World’s team champion title in three University of Waterloo math contests this Spring, and the Canadian team champion title in four math contests.  The Thornhill team placed 1st in the World in the Fryer, Hypatia and Euclid contests, … Continue reading “St. Robert CHS students achieved World’s #1 team standing in three University of Waterloo Math Contests”

Retiree Recognition 2022

SEE MORE RETIREMENT CELEBRATION PHOTOS HERE!   On Wednesday, June 8, 2022, YCDSB honoured retirees from 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and were therefore not able to be officially recognized for their years of service. Over two hundred retirees plus their guests, Board of Trustees, Principals, Vice-Principals, Union Partners, Administration, and Senior … Continue reading “Retiree Recognition 2022”

Official Grand Opening of the Woodbridge Sports Dome at Holy Cross Catholic Academy

The York Catholic District School Board, in partnership with the Woodbridge Sports Dome, held the official Grand Opening of the Woodbridge Sports Dome at Holy Cross Catholic Academy on June 10, 2022. The Grand Opening featured a ribbon cutting, musical performances by Holy Cross CA students, recognition of the OFSAA gold medal boys soccer champs, … Continue reading “Official Grand Opening of the Woodbridge Sports Dome at Holy Cross Catholic Academy”

The AKOMA Camp Experience – Grades 4 to 8

Akoma comes from the Asante of present day Ghana.  It is an Adinkra symbol that symbolizes endurance and understanding, and can be recognized as the modern day standard heart. Its’ literal meaning is “the heart” and represents love, unity, endurance, patience, tolerance, goodwill, and faithfulness. Registration Information Program Dates: July 6-29, 2022 Register Online: Click … Continue reading “The AKOMA Camp Experience – Grades 4 to 8”

National Indigenous History Month

In June we commemorate National Indigenous History Month. During this month, the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) takes time to recognize and celebrate the rich heritage, history, and diversity of Indigenous Peoples across Canada and in our YCDSB community. It is an important opportunity to learn more about the distinct cultures, languages and experiences … Continue reading “National Indigenous History Month”

Holy Cross CA-The Best in Ontario!

Holy Cross Catholic Academy is the best boys soccer team in Ontario!! The Holy Cross Academy Boys Soccer Team had a tremendous tournament in Walkerton, Ontario competing at the OFSAA Soccer Championships from June 2nd-June 4th. The boys went undefeated in the tournament scoring 24 goals and conceding 3 against the best high school soccer … Continue reading “Holy Cross CA-The Best in Ontario!”