Today, we pause to remember the brave Canadians who served our country and those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the pursuit of peace and freedom.

May we continue to learn from their courage and work toward building a more peaceful and compassionate world.

🕯️🇨🇦 Lest we #LestWeForget #ocsbNewBeginnings

🪔 The OCSB wishes everyone celebrating a joyful and meaningful Diwali!

Known as the Festival of Lights, Diwali is a time of joy, hope, and new beginnings. As families and communities come together to celebrate, may the light of Diwali bring peace, happiness, and prosperity to tivalOfLights #ocsbNewBeginnings

IILE PD Day, celebrating my 15 years in OCSB @OCSBContEd

Today, we celebrate #InternationalInuitDay! November 7 is an opportunity to recognize and honour Inuit cultures, languages and traditions, while celebrating the many contributions of Inuit communities.
#ocsbBeCommunity

For most Grade 9 students, Take Our Kids to Work Day means heading to a parent’s job. But for students new to Canada who may not have those workplace connections yet, missing out on this milestone was simply not an option at the OCSB.

ESL teachers Melanie Doucette and Alyssa er B. Pearson Catholic High School teamed up with the Newcomer Youth Leadership Development (NYLD) team at the YMCA Taggart Community Centre to create an unforgettable, hands-on career exploration day. They also welcomed students from St. Matthew High School to ensure even more newcomer youth could take part!

The day featured interactive career and skilled-trades stations, a motivational talk from Manock Lual of Prezdential Basketball, plus lunch, transit support, and take-home Career Pathway Passports.

Living out our Spiritual Theme, Nourish New Beginnings, this initiative gave students far more than career insight. It built community, confidence, and a sense of belonging.

A heartfelt thank you to the Taggart YMCA, the NYLD team, and our dedicated educators for making this day possible! 💙

🔗 Read full story: ocsb.ca/2026/11/05/stu…

#OCSB #ocsbNewBeginnings #TakeOurKidsToWorkDay #ocsbBeCommunity #NewcomerYouth #OttawaSchools

💐🎶 This weekend, our St. Matthew’s Spanish Language Program celebrated Día de los Muertos with a festive fashion show and dance party! Students explored the traditions and meaning behind this special time while celebrating the lives and memories of loved ones.
#ocsbBeCommunity

This November, we recognize Albanian, Hindu and Lebanese Heritage Month! It’s a time to learn, share stories and celebrate the diverse cultures, histories and traditions that bring our communities together.
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🌺🕯️ This Remembrance Day, we come together to remember, reflect and express our gratitude.

Through our annual OCSB Remembers tribute, we invite you to recognize a Veteran, active service member or loved one by submitting their name to be displayed on the digital sign in front on Centre from November 6 to 13. Community members are welcome to visit the sign and take a photo with their loved ones’ names as a meaningful way to remember and reflect.

If there's someone special you'd like to honour, please fill out our form by Wednesday, November 4, at 9:00 am.

🔗 Read more details here: ocsb.ca/2026/10/28/ocs…

📱 Help spread the word about this Digital Skills for Android Devices course, covering device features, accessibility settings, popular apps and online safety!

🔗 Learn more: conted.ocsb.ca/adults/get-set/

💻 Know someone looking to build computer skills? Share this Introduction to Computers course, covering computer basics, Google Workspace apps, internet use, email and digital citizenship.

🔗 Learn more: conted.ocsb.ca/adults/get-set/

🍂🔎 Learning Portuguese is even more fun when you bring the learning outdoors! Students in our Portuguese Language Program enjoyed an autumn scavenger hunt, exploring their surroundings, discovering seasonal treasures, and learning together along the way.
#ocsbBeCommunity

🇵🇱✨ A special tradition, a meaningful milestone, and a joyful celebration of language and culture!

First-grade students in our Polish International Languages Program celebrated pasowanie na ucznia, a cherished Polish tradition marking their official initiation as students.

🔗 ecial celebration: ocsb.ca/2026/10/09/cel…

#ocsbBeCommunity #ocsbContEd #InternationalLanguages

🧡 Our Adult Language Learners came together to wear orange and reflect on the meaning of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

It was wonderful to see our students participate, learn, and take time to reflect on the experiences and stories connected to this important day.

There’s so much to celebrate this October! From culture and traditions to stories and contributions, we’re recognizing the heritage of Caribbean, German, Hispanic, Korean, and Muslim communities.
#ocsbBeCommunity

RT @OttCatholicSB: 🧡 Today, we recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

We honour the children who never returned home, Su…

📑 Know someone looking to build skills for the workplace? Share this Workplace Essentials opportunity, featuring job search, resume writing, computer skills, interview preparation, workplace communication and employment certifications.

🔗 Learn more: conted.ocsb.ca/adults/get-set/

💚🤍 Happy Franco-Ontarian Day! Today, the OCSB celebrates the French language, Francophone culture, and the students, staff, and families who enrich our schools and communities every day.

#FrancoOntarianDay #JourDesFrancoOntariens #ocsbNewBeginnings

🥮 Happy #MidAutumnFestival to everyone celebrating! Wishing you a joyful time filled with connection, cherished traditions, delicious treats and special moments shared with family and friends.💛

#ocsbBeCommunity #中秋节

💬 Adult ESL Upcycle Clothing & More offers learners the opportunity to:

✓ Turn old clothes and fabrics into something new
✓ Learn creative ways to reuse materials
✓ Build English skills through hands-on projects

🔗 conted.ocsb.ca/adults/esl-lin…

🧹 Know someone looking to build skills for a career in custodial work? Share this Get SET Custodial Skills Training opportunity, featuring health & safety, workplace skills, resume writing and hands-on training.

🔗 Learn more: conted.ocsb.ca/adults/get-set/