Ottawa Carleton District School Board

The Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) for Ottawa remains in the high-risk category according to Environment Canada’s Special Air Quality Statement. Children, elders and those at risk have been asked to continue to avoid strenuous outdoor activities.

Environment Canada has issued a Special Air Quality Statement for the City of Ottawa, with the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) being in the high-risk category.

Learn more about this year’s nominees and award recipients for the OCDSB Community Recognition Awards.

We are pleased to announce the winners of the 2022-2023 Director’s Citation and Employee Recognition Awards.

National Indigenous History Month is a time to learn about and celebrate the brilliance of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples.

Pride Month is an opportunity to learn, celebrate diversity, and stand in support of rights of 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and communities.

On Wednesday, May 31, 2023, the OCDSB presented the staff recommended budget for the 2023-2024 school year. The total operating budget is approximately $1.1 billion and the capital budget is $140.3 million.

National Accessibility Week raises awareness about the importance of accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities.

The OCDSB has long recognized the need for new elementary and secondary public schools in Findlay Creek and Riverside South. We are delighted to announce that the Ontario government has granted approval to proceed to award the tender for construction of a new elementary and secondary school.