Ottawa Carleton District School Board

The OCDSB has long recognized the need for new elementary and secondary public schools in Findlay Creek and Riverside South. We are delighted to announce that the Ontario government has granted approval to proceed to award the tender for construction of a new elementary and secondary school.

The OCDSB will once again follow a Student Success/Exams Days approach for secondary students in June 2023.

This year, our theme is Black Joy, and we're excited to explore different aspects of this theme with you. This in-person event at the University of Ottawa will feature multiple groups, each with their own unique perspective on Black Joy.

Alll OCDSB schools are open today. This morning a power outage in the Kitchissippi area affected a number of school sites.

This date aims to raise awareness about the discrimination, violence, and stigma the 2SLGBTQ+ community continues to face

This date celebrates our educational support staff, including custodial staff, technicians, educational assistants, early childhood educators, professional student services staff, and more.

Each year on May 10th, we recognize Bear Witness Day / Journée de l’ourson témoin. Bear Witness Day is Spirit Bear’s birthday, and honours the memory of Jordan River Anderson through the full and proper implementation of Jordan’s Principle.

Registration for the 2023 Summer School programs is now open. OCDSB’s Continuing Education offers a variety of programs including Reach Ahead Credit, eLearning and Co-operative Education, and more. The programs are being offered in-person as well as virtually.

The OCDSB appreciates and respects the work that police officers do to keep our schools and community safe. Director of Education Michele Giroux immediately reached out to speak with OPA President Matthew Cox and sent a follow-up letter on Wednesday evening inviting Mr. Cox to meet to discuss policing in schools. Mr. Cox agreed a sit-down conversation would be beneficial.