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Discover Rainbow District School Board: Northern Ontario’s Largest School Board
Jun 01, 2025
The Rainbow District School Board (RDSB) is the largest public school board in Northern Ontario covering over 14,757 square kilometers. With it's main office in Sudbury, it serves a diverse and expansive region throughout Sudbury, Espanola, and Manitoulin. RDSB is dedicated to providing high-quality education that fosters academic achievement, personal growth, and values strong community involvement. The board supports academics,...
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Niagara Catholic District School Board: Inspiring Faith and Learning
Mar 18, 2025
The Niagara Catholic District School Board (NCDSB), located in the heart of Ontario’s stunning Niagara Region, is a leader in Catholic education, offering students a well-rounded experience rooted in faith, academic excellence, and community engagement. Serving over 22,000 students across 48 elementary schools, 8 secondary schools, and one adult education centre , NCDSB is committed to shaping the whole person—mind, body, and spirit....
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A Spotlight on Kativik Ilisarniliriniq
Feb 18, 2025
Kativik Ilisarniliriniq (KI) is the school board responsible for providing educational services in Nunavik, a region in northern Quebec. It operates under the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement, established in 1975. KI serves approximately 3,400 students through 18 primary and secondary schools and 5 adult education centers. Educational instruction is provided in Inuktitut, French, and English, with a curriculum centred on Inuit...
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A Spotlight on The York School
Feb 01, 2025
The York School , located in midtown Toronto, is a gender-inclusive independent institution offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) program from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school serves roughly 750 students across three distinct divisions—Junior School (JK–Grade 5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and Senior School (Grades 9–12). With an average class size of 18 students, The York School emphasizes global-mindedness and...
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Bishop Strachan School: Empowering Girls to be Transformative Leaders
Jan 08, 2025
Bishop Strachan School (BSS) , situated in Toronto’s Forest Hill neighbourhood, is Canada's oldest independent day and boarding school for girls, founded in 1867. The school serves 950 students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, including 65 boarding students. BSS is renowned for its focus on leadership, academic excellence, and personal growth in a supportive, inclusive environment. Quick Facts: Toronto, Ontario Junior...
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Matawa First Nations: Working Together to Make a Change
Dec 15, 2024
The Matawa Education Department is dedicated to supporting the schools and Education Authorities of nine Matawa First Nations communities in Northwestern Ontario. Through advisory services and educational programs, the department aims to enhance learning opportunities, promote culturally relevant education, and empower students with the skills they need for success. Location The nine communities comprising the Matawa First Nations are...
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Durham District School Board: Ignite Learning
Dec 12, 2024
Quick Facts: 7,000 teaching and educational services staff 135 elementary schools, secondary schools and learning centres More than 80,000 regular day students Thousands of students in continuing education and adult credit courses Location The DDSB serves most of Durham Region in Ontario, which includes the urban areas of Ajax, Whitby, Pickering, and Oshawa, as well as the rural townships of Uxbridge, Brock, and Scugog....
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York Region District School Board
Dec 07, 2024
Serving the Regional Municipality of York between Lake Simcoe and Toronto, the York Region District School Board (YRDSB) is Ontario's third largest school district. YRDSB plays a vital role in shaping the future of York Region by providing exceptional educational opportunities and fostering a strong sense of community. YRDSB students consistently perform above average in provincial testing, and the board is among the top achievers in...
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Appleby College: Breadth, Excellence, Innovation, and Caring
Nov 28, 2024
Appleby College is not just one thing, it is the sum of all parts. It is the environment, the philosophy, the experience and the start of a rewarding and exciting journey of discovery and achievement. Ignite Your Start at Appleby Quick Facts 805 students Grade 7-12 Average class size of 16 Day and boarding school Oakville, Ontario (30 minutes west of Toronto) 119 faculty members, 60 with Master’s Degrees &...
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Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch
Nov 23, 2024
The Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch (PDSB) in Ontario offers a unique educational system devoted to providing quality education to Deaf, hard of hearing, Blind, low vision, Deafblind students and students with learning disabilities in a student lodging setting. These specialized programs and services provide resources to families and allow students with special education needs to fully participate in the total school experience,...
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Toronto Catholic District School Board
Nov 08, 2024
IN GOD’S IMAGE: Growing in Knowledge, with Justice and Hope   The Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) provides welcoming, supportive, and inclusive learning environments rooted in the Catholic faith. With an emphasis on fostering the spiritual, academic, and holistic development of their 90,000 students, the TCDSB offers a diverse range of programs and courses designed to nurture the achievement and well-being of their...
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Toronto District School Board: Inspiring Minds and Shaping Futures
May 23, 2024
The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) is the largest school board in Canada and the 4th largest in North America. Known for its multiculturalism and diversity, the TDSB has students from over 200 different cultural backgrounds speaking more than 100 languages. This diversity is reflected in its curriculum, programs, and services, which aim to support the needs of all students.  The TDSB’s mission is to enable all students to reach...
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