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Weekly Update: March 9-13, 2026
Today is the Third Sunday of Lent which focuses on encountering Jesus as the “Living Water”. He is the one who quenches our deepest spiritual thirst. Through the story of the Samaritan woman, we are called to confront our inner truths, and receive grace, transforming us into missionaries.
You are invited to listen to Deacon Gordon Lee’s engaging and powerful homily ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: March 9-13, 2026"
Weekly Update: March 2-6, 2026
Welcome to the month of March! This month we focus on the virtue of perseverance. Perseverance is the quality that allows someone to keep going and continue trying even when faced with difficulties or obstacles.
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, which serves as a reminder that each individual, regardless of their abilities, has the right to be respected, embraced, and ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: March 2-6, 2026"
Weekly Update: February 23-27, 2026
On Ash Wednesday, we began the Lenten season. Today is the first Sunday of Lent.
God our Father, You formed us from the dust of the earth and brought us to new life in Christ through the waters of Baptism. We ask You to change our hearts as we journey through these forty days of Lent. Help us to see Jesus ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: February 23-27, 2026"
Weekly Update: February 16-20, 2026
Tomorrow is Family Day, a good day to pause and thank God for the gift of our families. We know that parents and those who act as parents in the lives of our students can be models of wisdom.
Loving God, You gave us the commandment to honour our father and mother. In Your loving kindness hear our prayers for parents, ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: February 16-20, 2026"
Weekly Update: February 9-13, 2026
During the month of February, we reflect on the virtue of wisdom. May we each pray and ask God to help us to use good judgment when speaking, and to have thoughts worthy of what we have received, for God is the source of all wisdom.
Let us pray this prayer for wisdom and peace:
God of love, you ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: February 9-13, 2026"
Board News
YCDSB Placed Under Supervision by Minister of Education
On Thursday, March 5, 2026, the Minister of Education placed the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) under supervision. While under supervision, all decisions that would normally be made by trustees, with the exception of denominational matters, will now be made by the appointed Supervisor, Carrie Kormos.
You can read a letter from the Minister of Education by clicking
... Continue reading "YCDSB Placed Under Supervision by Minister of Education"Updated History Curriculum for the 2026-27 School Year
The Minister of Education has approved updates to the Grades 7, 8, and 10 History curriculum, which will take effect in the 2026-27 school year.
These updates are described by the Ministry of Education as:
Students will learn about significant contributions of Black individuals and communities to Canada’s foundation as a nation, and the obstacles they faced in
... Continue reading "Updated History Curriculum for the 2026-27 School Year"Inclement Weather Day: February 18, 2026
Dear York Catholic DSB Families,
Due to inclement weather expected later in the day, student transportation is cancelled for today (Wednesday, February 18, 2026) for all of York Region. Schools remain open.
Please note that Ash Wednesday liturgies are cancelled. Schools will organize a “Beginning of Lent” liturgy at a
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