Durham Catholic District School Board
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Our mission is to be an inclusive Catholic learning community that inspires every student to achieve their full potential through faith and education.
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The DCDSB Board of Trustees have voted in favour of flying the rainbow flag at the Board offices and all schools and recognizing June as Pride month.
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We extend our prayers and sympathies to all who have been directly or indirectly impacted by the tragic event in Oshawa yesterday. Director Barill has sent the following message to families, along with resources for supporting your child during this time:
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DCDSB is planning for the next phase of learning at home. Tracy Barill, Director of Education, provides an update for families. #DCDSBKeepLearning
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DCDSB extends heart-felt appreciation to all who have reached out with messages of support, sympathy and prayer as we process and grieve the loss of a beloved teacher and three of his children who were victims of a tragic event in Oshawa on Friday.
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Earlier today we raised the rainbow flag at our board offices and schools in recognition of #PrideMonth. We are all wonderfully made!.#DCDSBCommunity #DCDSBEquity
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Please join us for an online prayer service as we continue to pray for the Traynor family. The virtual service will take place on Wednesday, September 9 at 7:00 p.m. Note that you do not need a Microsoft Teams to join as a guest:
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A huge thank you to our Principals and Vice-Principals who go above and beyond every day to keep our schools safe. Even on the weekends! DCDSBExcellence
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Congratulations to Tracy Barill who has been appointed as Director of Education for the Durham Catholic District School Board! Tracy will begin her new role in January 2020.
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A prayer for peace. We pray for the people of Ukraine and their family members around the world.
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Our children are more alike than they are different. Today we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. #wdsd17
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In honour of the 215 children who were found at the site of the former residential school in Kamloops, BC, all schools will lower their flags to half-mast in recognition of the children whose lives were taken. Flags will be kept at half-mast for 215 hours. #EveryChildMatters.
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DCDSB has made the decision to close schools to students at all of our schools effective Monday, October 7, in the event of CUPE strike action. The latest update is available at
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Transportation update for Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022: Buses are cancelled for all zones today due to road conditions from insufficient snow removal. DCDSB Secondary school will switch to virtual learning. Elementary schools and Before and After school programs are closed.
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DCDSB is pleased to announce the appointment of Superintendents of Education effective August 17, 2020: #DCDSBExcellence
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We Are All Wonderfully Made. “We love because he first loved us." (1 John 4:19). In honour of International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, we continue to embrace diversity and create safe, positive and welcoming places for all. #IDAHOBIT2021 #DCDSBCommunity
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Great principals make great schools! Thank you to all of our principals and vice-principals for leading the way as key connectors between the home, school and parish. #NationalPrincipalsMonth #DCDSBFaith
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CUPE agreement reached. Schools are open for instruction on Monday, October 7, 2019.
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After Day 1 of teacher-led distance learning. thank you to our students, staff and families. May we continue to learn and grow together in faith as we build on our capacity to overcome the challenges of these unusual times. We are in this together! #DCDSBCommunity
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Congratulations to Mariah O'Reilly on being appointed Acting Superintendent of Education effective May 1, 2020: #DCDSBExcellence
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Congratulations to Paula Sorhaitz, Principal @notredame_css on being recognized as DCDSB's 2021 Distinguished Catholic Leader. Learn more about Principal Sorhaitz's leadership and contributions to Catholic education at #DCDSBExcellence #CEW2021
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Join us as we cheer on our DCDSB student athletes .Connor McMichael (Graduate @notredame_css ) &.Cole Perfetti (@allsaints_css ) Go for Gold and represent Team Canada at the World Junior Hockey Tournament against Team USA tonight. #DCDSBsupportsTeamCanada!
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Transportation update for Monday, Jan. 17, 2022: Buses are cancelled for all zones today due to inclement weather. DCDSB Secondary schools switch to virtual learning today. Elementary schools and Before and After school programs are closed.
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Christ is Risen! May the risen Christ bring peace and hope to the world! Wishing our Durham Catholic families a blessed Easter Sunday. #DCDSBFaith #DCDSBHope
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When you receive two prestigious leadership awards within a few weeks, you must be pretty amazing! Congratulations to our colleague and leader, Mr. Jim Raper, on being recognized by his peers as DCDSB's 2020 Distinguished Catholic Leader! #DCDSBExcellence
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So proud of DCDSB student trustee @SofiaZamarano20 who participated as part of a student panel on The Agenda with Steve Paikin tonight discussing the future of post secondary education. Well done!
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DCDSB is pleased to announce the appointment of Gerard Winn as the new Director of Education and Secretary-Treasurer of the Board, effective August 1, 2024. Mr. Winn will replace retiring Director of Education, Tracy Barill. Learn more:
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Please join us in congratulating Rosemary Leclair, Superintendent of Education, on her upcoming retirement from the Durham Catholic District School Board: #DCDSBExcellence #DCDSBCommunity #DCDSBFaith
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Please join us in congratulating Gerry O'Reilly, Superintendent of Education, on his upcoming retirement from the Durham Catholic District School Board: #DCDSBExcellence #DCDSBCommunity #DCDSBService
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God give peace. O God of truth and justice, we hold before you those whose memory we cherish, and those whose names we will never know. Help us to lift our eyes above the torment of this broken world, and grant us the grace to pray for those who wish us harm. #LestWeForget
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As Catholics, we are called to love one another and believe every person is created in the image and likeness of God. We support and acknowledge our 2SLGBTQ+ staff, students, families, and community members. We are all God's creatures and we are all wonderfully made.
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We are thrilled about today’s announcement from the province which includes capital funding for a new Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School to be located in North Oshawa! We will keep families informed with details and timelines as information becomes available.
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Answering the call to care. Thanks to our Facilities Services staff for gathering safety essentials from our schools and delivering to @LakeridgeHealth for frontline healthcare professionals: #DCDSBCommunity #WorldHealthDay #DurhamStrong
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Congratulations to the Class of 2020! Visit for a message from the Director of Education and for details on Cardinal Collins' virtual graduation Mass on June 16 at 10:00 a.m. at #DCDSBExcellence
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Can you spot your principal or vice-principal in this throwback to their summer 2019 meeting? Today is National Principal/Vice-Principals' Day! Be sure to reach out to let them know they are loved and appreciated! Happy #NationalPVPDay to our school leaders! #DCDSBExcellence
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All school buses have been cancelled - Schools Remain Open.
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Buses are cancelled for all zones today based on the forecast of accumulating freezing rain throughout the day. Schools remain open.
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From our hearts to your homes, we wish you a #HappyCanadaDay! God bless all who embrace our great nation today and everyday.
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Thank-you to all the @DurhamCatholic educators, who have once again had to pivot. You’re amazing!.
With virtual learning's extension, we at @SMHO_SMSO want to share a special thanks to educators and staff who extend themselves every day. Thank you! .
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All buses and transportation services are cancelled today for all zones (1, 2, 3, and 4) due to inclement weather. Schools remain open.
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Celebrating the official ground breaking of our newest North Oshawa school, St. Anne Catholic School during #CatholicEducationWeek. A beautiful new facility for our students to learn and grow in faith.
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We understand that not all family members and friends were able to access the community prayer service for the Traynor family earlier this week. The recording is currently available online as we continue to pray for the family and mourn this tragic loss:
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What are you Reading? Wednesday. Read the very timely Moon of The Crusted Snow by Waubgeshig Rice. The Sequel is also on the way @waub. #DCDSBKeepLearning #DCDSBIndigenousEd
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What a cool idea! Admin team @MsgrJohnPereyma.
Now that both cohorts have been back we’d like to say. WELCOME BACK!
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To sing is to pray twice. Listen to this song of prayer and feel the joy of our Catholic Graduate celebration today. Our God is an Awesome God!! #DCDSBFaith
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Thanks to our incredible custodians @StMonicaCS and across the system for your incredible work in helping to keep our schools safe! #DCDSBExcellence
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We have been advised by @DurhamSTS that busses are running in all zones today. Schools are open. Please complete the COVID-19 Screening tool and your confirmation of self-assessment prior to returning to in-person learning today.
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Thanks to over 500 participants who joined Director Barill and DCDSB staff for our Holy Week Community Prayer Service this morning. #DCDSBFaith #DCDSBHope #DCDSBCommunity
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Today the Church celebrates the Birth of Jesus Christ, the first day in the octave of Christmas! Merry Christmas! Throughout Advent the Church longed for the coming of our Savior. Today we celebrate His birth with unrestrained joy!
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Please join us in congratulating Janine Bowyer, Superintendent of Education, on her upcoming retirement from the Durham Catholic District School Board: #DCDSBExcellence #DCDSBCommunity #DCDSBInclusion
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Celebrating our newest Saint and our beautiful Ajax school named in her honour.
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Today is National Principal’s Day! We want to thank all our dedicated Principals and Vice-Principals for their commitment to Catholic education. On this day, we celebrate your outstanding leadership and everything you do to support our students, families and school communities!
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Jesus is Risen! ALLELUIA! ALLELUIA! Wishing our Durham Catholic families and community a joyous, safe and Happy Easter! Prepare to spend the next 50 days of the Easter season feasting on the joy that is ignited by the Resurrection of the Lord!
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What a lovely gesture from @StTheresaCS students and staff.
Audrey in Grade 8 has created a beautiful quilt of love for Mrs. Traynor. Each square was hand-made by staff and students with personal messages of love and healing. We love you, Mrs. Traynor! ❤️ #StTheresaLove
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We are grateful for the tremendous support we have received this evening and over the past 50 years by our @DurhamCatholic family, partners and ratepayers. God bless! #DCDSB50
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Happy Mother's Day to all moms near and far, and to those watching over us from heaven. Have a blessed day!
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A shout out to families making the best of social distancing! We know you have made adjustments to daily life, and hope that you are finding comfort in some way. Connecting with God, phone calls with friends, or community support. #DCDSBHope #FaithFriday
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March 8, 2021 is International Women’s Day. We celebrate the efforts by women and girls in shaping the future, and in forging gender equality. Today we also celebrate women’s achievements! #ChooseToChallenge #IWD2021 #InternationalWomensDay
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Amazing!💕.
John and Gabe walked with their family from Pickering to Sick Kids Hospital (32 kms in one day) to raise money to provide healthy lunches to the amazing nurses working so hard on the front lines! They have raised over $5000! .@DurhamCatholic
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Tonight we are recognizing our 2021-2022 Durham Catholic Retirees. Thank you for your dedication and service to Catholic education.
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A shout out to our amazing custodial staff who support our school communities by keeping our facilities clean and safe for students and staff. Happy Custodian Appreciation Day!
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Rejoice! "For unto us a child is born." - Isaiah 9:6.Wishing you a Joyous Christmas filled with love, peace and hope! #DCDSBFaith #YearofLove
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Welcome aboard new Student Trustees effective Sept '16-Mark Garabedian & Sarah van Waterschoot #DCDSBExcellence
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Parents and Guardians: Please check your e-mail for a survey to confirm whether your child will attend in-class learning or online learning. You will receive a separate e-mail for each child. Please respond for each of your children individually by August 12, 2020.
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#DressPurpleDay is an opportunity to remind Ontarians that Children's Aid Societies and Indigenous child well-being agencies are there to help. By wearing purple on Oct.27, we demonstrate that child safety is a priority. Watch video: #IDressPurpleBecause
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June is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The Institute for Catholic Education is pleased to share this Novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus as a way for the Catholic community to join together in prayer this June: #DCDSBFaith #DCDSBCommunity
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Friday, October 23, 2020 is a Professional Activity Day (PA Day) for both elementary and secondary schools. Classes will resume on Monday, October 26, 2020.
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The unmarked graves of 751 Indigenous children were found at Marieval Residential School on Cowessess First Nation in Saskatchewan. As more graves continue to be found at residential schools across Canada, we grieve with Indigenous communities for these tragic losses.
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A preview of some of the health and safety measures being implemented in schools as we prepare to re-open for students and staff. Thank you to our custodial and administrative staff for caring about our #DCDSBCommunity
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Yesterday, we raised the rainbow flag in recognition of Pride Month at the Catholic Education Centre, and it will be displayed at all schools throughout June. We will share some of the activities and celebrations our schools will participate in throughout the month.
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“We Are All Wonderfully Made.” As Catholics, we are called to love one another. We believe every human being is created in the image and likeness of God and should always be treated with dignity, compassion, and sensitivity.
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June is National Indigenous History Month. We honour and celebrate the history, heritage and diversity of Indigenous peoples in Canada. #IndigenousHistoryMonth @DCDSBIndigenou1
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Happy Mother’s Day to all of our moms near and far, and to those smiling down on us from heaven. Thank you.
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Welcome to a Year of Love - a message from the Chair of the Board and Director of Education: #DCDSBFaith #DCDSBCommunity
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Wishing a fond farewell to Superintendent Gray as he assumes a new role @ycdsb. Thank you for your years of dedicated service at DCDSB.
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Please join us in congratulating John Mullins, Superintendent of Education, on his upcoming retirement from the Durham Catholic District School Board: #DCDSBExcellence #DCDSBCommunity #DCDSBPathways
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Today marks the beginning of Holy Week as we celebrate Palm Sunday! "Blessed is the king, who comes in the name of the Lord!"
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Reminder: Schools remain closed through April 5, 2020 as ordered by the provincial government. Do not send your child to school. We will continue to share updates with families and staff members directly.
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As Catholics, we are called to love one another. We believe every human being is created in the image and likeness of God. During the month of June, and all year long, we support and acknowledge students, family, staff and community members who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.
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"I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear." Remembering the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., and his vision for human rights and equity for all. #CelebratingInclusion #MLKDay
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Fore the Kids Golf Tournament is in full swing today at Deer Creek! ⛳️ All money raised goes to supporting Durham Catholic students through our Durham Catholic Children’s Foundation @DC_ChildrensFdn
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Today is Zhimaaganashii Giizhigad (Indigenous Veterans Day). Below is a list of Indigenous peoples who served. The list continues to grow as families add in their ancestors’ information. Surnames A-K & L-Z #DCDSBIndigenousEd
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DCDSB Superintendent of Education, Katharine Stevenson, was the recipient of the 2024 CASSA EXL Award by the OCSOA. Congratulations for being recognized provincially for your leadership and valuable contributions to Catholic education in Ontario.
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DCDSB is committed to celebrating Black excellence, achievement and culture in our schools and offices all year round. Visit our Black Excellence, Celebration, History Lives Here webpage to access self-guided learning, resources student spotlights & more:
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It’s been a challenging year and it’s taken a toll on the mental health of many families and children. And now the holidays won’t be the same for many of us this year. Check out this new resource from @kidsmentalhlth.on putting your family’s mental wellness first. #DCDSBWellbeing
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Wishing a very happy and blessed Mother’s Day to the amazing mothers, mother-figures and mothers-to-be within our DCDSB Community! We hope you have a wonderful day!
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“We love because He first loved us.” (1 John 4:19). In honour of International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, may we all do our part to actively create safer, more positive and welcoming spaces for all.
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DCDSB principals and senior team wear purple to demonstrate our commitment to ensuring that all children are free from abuse and can seek help from caring staff members in our school. #IBREAKthesilence
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Week 2 of teacher-led distance learning will be back in action tomorrow. Have a peaceful Easter Monday!
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Today we raise the rainbow flag to recommit ourselves to creating a safer and more welcoming place for members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community who have too often been the victims of discrimination, harassment and bullying. We are all God's creatures and we are all wonderfully made.
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Our wonderful custodians at the CEC enjoying a well-deserved summer treat. Thanks for all you do! #DCDSBCommunity
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On this feast day, we celebrate the life of St. Patrick, who was dedicated to his faith in the role of missionary priest and bishop. Happy St. Patrick's Day! #DCDSBFaith
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Today, Canadians celebrate the life and legacy of Lincoln Alexander. In 1968 Alexander became the first Black person to be elected to the House of Commons, serving for 12 years. He was also named lieutenant-governor of Ontario (1985-91). #BlackExcellence
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"May the God of Hope fill you with all joy and peace and believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." Words from St. Paul shared by His Eminence Thomas Cardinal Collins in his #CatholicEducationWeek message: #IgnitingHope
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It was a special afternoon on August 23, as His Grace, Archbishop Francis Leo celebrated Mass with DCDSB principals, vice-principals, superintendents and staff. Learn more at:
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We are inviting our students, families and staff to join us for a live virtual Holy Week Community Prayer Service on April 8 at 9:00 a.m. More details to follow. #DCDSBFaith
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Today we honoured the Métis and Indigenous people in advance of Louis Riel Day on Nov. 16 with a Métis flag raising. Louis Riel fought for the basic rights of the Métis people in 1869. May we continue to walk the path together in reconciliation. #DCDSBIndigenousEd
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