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2026 Registration for Kindergarten at YCDSB is Open
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey of learning and growth for your child? The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) offers a welcoming and nurturing Kindergarten program designed to spark curiosity, build confidence and inspire a love for learning rooted in faith.
At YCDSB, your child will benefit from:
- A safe, inclusive and
Weekly Update
Happy New Year! I hope you and your family enjoyed a blessed Christmas, filled with joyful moments with family and friends.
Tomorrow we celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany. This day celebrates that Jesus was revealed as the son of God. Just as the Wise Men brought gifts, all of us are called to reflect the light of Christ by using ... Continue reading "Weekly Update"
Weekly Update & Christmas Message
Today is the fourth Sunday of Advent. We light the final purple candle to mark the final week of prayer and penance as we wait for the birth of our Saviour. The candle for this week is called the ‘Angel’s’ candle symbolizing love. The light of this candle reminds us that God is love.
Dear Jesus, May the light of your love always ... Continue reading "Weekly Update & Christmas Message"
Weekly Update: December 15-19, 2025
Today is the third Sunday of Advent or ‘Gaudete’ Sunday. Gaudete comes from the Latin word ‘rejoice’ and reminds us of the joy that the world experienced at the birth of Jesus. We light the pink candle as rose is a liturgical colour for joy.
Lord God, May we, your people, who look forward to the birthday of Christ experience the ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: December 15-19, 2025"
Weekly Update: December 8-12, 2025
Today is the second Sunday of Advent. The purple candle for this week is sometimes called the ‘Bethlehem’ candle, serving as a reminder of Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem. The light of this candle represents peace.
Dear Jesus, You entered our world on Christmas as the Prince of Peace. This Advent, as we strive to become the-best-version-of-ourselves, fill us with ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: December 8-12, 2025"
Board News
Inclement Weather Day: January 6, 2026
Dear York Catholic DSB Families,
Due to expected freezing rain this afternoon, student transportation is cancelled for today (Tuesday, January 6, 2026) in all York Region student transportation zones. As a result:
- Schools remain open
- For Parent(s)/Guardian(s) with children in Elementary Schools:
- Please use
YCDSB P.A. Day: Friday, January 16, 2026
In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s Regulation 304, “School Year Calendar, Professional Activity Days,” the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is providing the following summary of P.A. Day activities at the elementary level on Friday, January 16, 2026.
Elementary – Report Card Writing
Elementary teachers will write report cards, which will
... Continue reading "YCDSB P.A. Day: Friday, January 16, 2026"New Inclement Weather Zones
The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is sharing the letter below from Student Transportation Services of York Region (STSYTR).
This letter provides information on new zones for cancelling student transportation due to inclement weather. Starting in January 2026, there will be two inclement weather zones in the YCDSB:
- The Georgina Service Area









