Message from Ontario Chief Medical Officer on Fall Respiratory Season

Posted November 18, 2022

The following is a message from Dr. Kieran Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health, for all parents and guardians of children in Ontario: Re: Fall Respiratory Season I am reaching out to you to share some important information and reminders to help protect ourselves, our families, and our children against the spread of respiratory infections. […]

Southwood Silent Auction

Posted November 17, 2022

Hello Southwood Friends, We are running our annual Silent Auction at the school on Thursday, December 8th. We are looking for donations from the community. If you run a business this is a great way to advertise your products while helping vulnerable families during the holidays. If you are able to help please reach out […]

Build a Dream Career Discovery Expo

Posted November 17, 2022

Build a Dream will be hosting its Career Discovery Expo on November 30, 2022 at Bingemans in Kitchener. This event is geared towards women and girls in Grades 7 to 12, and admission is free for students and their parents or caregivers. Attendees can learn more about careers in STEM, skilled trades, emergency response, entrepreneurship […]

Labour Update: WRDSB schools will remain open

Posted November 17, 2022

The Waterloo Region District School Board continues to monitor the provincial labour negotiations closely. Yesterday, November 16, CUPE (Canadian Union of Public Employees) served notice that it plans to commence a strike involving full withdrawal of services on Monday, November 21, 2022, should an agreement not be reached. It is important to note that there […]

November 16 is Louis Riel Day

Posted November 16, 2022

Today, November 16, is Louis Riel Day in Ontario. Louis Riel Day recognizes the anniversary of Riel’s execution in 1885. This day is an opportunity to learn more about the life and importance of Louis Riel, leader of the Métis. Riel led Métis People in the Northwest Resistance to protect Métis rights and ways-of-life. The […]

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