Ontario Principals' Council
@OPCouncil

Representing public elementary & secondary school principals and vice-principals in Ontario, Canada. Shared information does not imply endorsement.

 Toronto, Ontario, Canada
principals.ca
Joined July 2009
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Ontario’s principals and vice-principals continue to struggle with new gov't initiatives, staff shortages, violence in schools & mental wellness. We need fair & adequate compensation, support, respect & efforts to address work intensification. Full stmt: bit.ly/4bBC2ml
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On World Teachers’ Day, we say a special thank you to those who teach, coach, mentor, supervise, counsel and serve as role models for students. You make a significant difference every day. @ETFOeducators @osstf
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November 19 - Are you a passionate educator curious about formal school leadership? Explore the pathway to the Principal’s Qualification Program (PQP) and OPC's commitment to human rights and anti-oppression. Join us for this information session - principals.ca/en/leading-the… #OPCLeadLearn
Diverse group of smiling educators, including a principal in a wheelchair, posed in a bright office beside the headline "Leading the Way — Inspiring Future Principals" and Ontario Principals' Council branding promoting leadership development.

ALT Diverse group of smiling educators, including a principal in a wheelchair, posed in a bright office beside the headline "Leading the Way — Inspiring Future Principals" and Ontario Principals' Council branding promoting leadership development.
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October 28 This year, Grade 10 students must complete Ontario's Financial Literacy Graduation Requirement as part of the compulsory Career Studies (GLC2O) course. In this webinar, TVO Education will provide principals with an overview of the learning modules, assessment, and implementation supports available to schools. Register to join us! principals.ca/en/professiona… #OPCLeadLearn
A person taking handwritten notes while viewing an Ontario Principals’ Council professional‑learning webpage on a laptop, with the council logo and hashtag #OPCLeadLearn visible.

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The Emerging Leader Development Program (ELDP) is now offering Module 2: Having a Professional/Challenging Conversation. Register by October 12! #OPCLeadLearn #OTF #ETFO #OSSTF principals.ca/en/professiona…
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Last chance to register for #OPCLeadLearn! Today is the conference registration deadline. Join us October 22–23 for two days of learning, connection and conversation with school leaders from across Ontario. Hope to see you there. principals.ca/en/professiona…
Announcement: last chance to join OPC LeadLearn Annual Conference "Building Connections" Oct 22–23 — registration deadline Oct 2, shown on a colorful conference badge over a photo of diverse attendees clapping.

ALT Announcement: last chance to join OPC LeadLearn Annual Conference "Building Connections" Oct 22–23 — registration deadline Oct 2, shown on a colorful conference badge over a photo of diverse attendees clapping.
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On Custodian Appreciation Day, we acknowledge and thank the individuals who help keep our schools safe, clean and healthy and who are important members of our school communities.
Graphic promoting "Custodian Appreciation Day" showing four smiling custodians in circular photos holding mops, buckets and dusters around a central hand-drawn heart, set against a school locker background with the Ontario Principals' Council logo at the bottom.

ALT Graphic promoting "Custodian Appreciation Day" showing four smiling custodians in circular photos holding mops, buckets and dusters around a central hand-drawn heart, set against a school locker background with the Ontario Principals' Council logo at the bottom.
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October is 2SLGBTQQIA+ History Month, recognizing the history and contributions of diverse 2SLGBTQQIA+ communities. We encourage schools and students to be allies and stand against discrimination, bullying and harassment.
Celebration marking 2SLGBTQIA+ History Month with a Progress Pride flag background and diverse raised fists holding signs reading "LOVE", a rainbow heart, and a trans flag, conveying solidarity, inclusion, and LGBTQ+ pride.

ALT Celebration marking 2SLGBTQIA+ History Month with a Progress Pride flag background and diverse raised fists holding signs reading "LOVE", a rainbow heart, and a trans flag, conveying solidarity, inclusion, and LGBTQ+ pride.
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October is Women’s History Month, recognizing the significant contributions women and girls have made throughout Canada’s history and continue to make in driving change and building a stronger future.
Map of Canada formed from colorful squares containing archival photos of women across regions, paired with the headline "WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH" and the Canada wordmark — a celebratory graphic honoring women's contributions nationwide.

ALT Map of Canada formed from colorful squares containing archival photos of women across regions, paired with the headline "WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH" and the Canada wordmark — a celebratory graphic honoring women's contributions nationwide.
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During Islamic Heritage Month, we reflect on and learn more about the history of Islam in Canada and the cultural diversity of the country’s large Muslim community.
Celebratory graphic reading "Islamic Heritage Month" centered inside a gold-trimmed arch against a green patterned background, with hanging lanterns and crescent moons and illustrated plates of food.

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Today is National Seniors Day, celebrating older adults and their significant contributions to society. As our population ages, we must ensure seniors have the supports they need to live healthy, fulfilling lives.
Promotional banner for National Seniors Day showing a diverse, smiling group of older adults beneath the headline "National Seniors Day" and subheading "The Age of Longevity: Rethinking systems for longer lives" with the Ontario Principals' Council logo.

ALT Promotional banner for National Seniors Day showing a diverse, smiling group of older adults beneath the headline "National Seniors Day" and subheading "The Age of Longevity: Rethinking systems for longer lives" with the Ontario Principals' Council logo.
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October marks Latin American Heritage Month, recognizing the valuable contributions of members of the Latin American community to Canada’s social, economic, political and cultural fabric.
Promotional banner reading "Latin American Heritage Month" on a dark blue background, surrounded by stylized fluttering flags of Latin American countries and bright floral motifs, with the Ontario Principals' Council logo centered near the bottom.

ALT Promotional banner reading "Latin American Heritage Month" on a dark blue background, surrounded by stylized fluttering flags of Latin American countries and bright floral motifs, with the Ontario Principals' Council logo centered near the bottom.
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The Supervisory Officer's Qualification Program (SOQP) is offering modules 1 and 3 this upcoming summer! Online and onsite (hybrid) options are available. Register by October 24.#OPCLeadLearn principals.ca/en/professiona…
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Today, on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, we honour the children who never returned home, Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities. We recognize the ongoing impacts of residential schools and the importance of listening, learning and continuing the work of truth and reconciliation. Every Child Matters.
Poster promoting National Day for Truth and Reconciliation featuring an orange T-shirt with circular Indigenous artwork and the slogan "Every Child Matters," credited by artist Philip Cote (Moose Deer Point First Nation) and commissioned by the Ontario Principals' Council.

ALT Poster promoting National Day for Truth and Reconciliation featuring an orange T-shirt with circular Indigenous artwork and the slogan "Every Child Matters," credited by artist Philip Cote (Moose Deer Point First Nation) and commissioned by the Ontario Principals' Council.
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There’s still time to join us for the #OPCLeadLearn Conference! Onsite registration is open until October 2. Can’t attend in person? Livestream access is available for $75, providing a live viewing experience for two keynote presentations on October 22 and 23. Livestream registration is open until October 18. principals.ca/en/professiona…
Livestream access available for the OPC LeadLearn annual conference (Oct 22–23); livestream registration is open until October 18.

ALT Livestream access available for the OPC LeadLearn annual conference (Oct 22–23); livestream registration is open until October 18.
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What is the leadership role of a principal today? Meet our next Principal Profile, Megan, Principal at Bridlewood Community Elementary School with the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board. #SchoolLeadership
Megan Skentelbery is a woman with long brown hair and blue eyes. She is wearing a purple shirt smiling at the camera. The text on the image is: Pronouns: She/Her, Hear My Name Principal Bridlewood Community Elementary School Ottawa-Carleton District School Board What is your perspective on the leadership role of a principal today? My leadership is driven by the belief that the school fence should be a bridge, not a barrier. A student’s success is deeply connected to the support and engagement of their home life. Through "porch-step" leadership—physically showing up in the neighborhood, leading with people first and creating welcoming, low-stakes opportunities for connection—I strive to make our school a true community hub. We don’t just educate students. We actively partner with families to support the whole child and their community.

ALT Megan Skentelbery is a woman with long brown hair and blue eyes. She is wearing a purple shirt smiling at the camera. The text on the image is: Pronouns: She/Her, Hear My Name Principal Bridlewood Community Elementary School Ottawa-Carleton District School Board What is your perspective on the leadership role of a principal today? My leadership is driven by the belief that the school fence should be a bridge, not a barrier. A student’s success is deeply connected to the support and engagement of their home life. Through "porch-step" leadership—physically showing up in the neighborhood, leading with people first and creating welcoming, low-stakes opportunities for connection—I strive to make our school a true community hub. We don’t just educate students. We actively partner with families to support the whole child and their community.
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Are you considering a principal/vice-principal position? Our Interview Preparation self-directed course will provide strategies for self-reflection, effectively framing responses and an option for a mock interview. principals.ca/en/professiona… #OPCLeadLearn
Promotional graphic for a Self-directed Learning module titled "Interview Preparation," showing five diverse adults using laptops in circular portraits, a green circular-arrow emblem, and the Ontario Principals' Council professional learning logo.

ALT Promotional graphic for a Self-directed Learning module titled "Interview Preparation," showing five diverse adults using laptops in circular portraits, a green circular-arrow emblem, and the Ontario Principals' Council professional learning logo.
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There’s still time to join us for the #OPCLeadLearn Conference! Onsite registration is open until October 2. Can’t attend in person? Livestream access is available for $75, providing a live viewing experience for two keynote presentations on October 22 and 23. Livestream registration is open until October 18. principals.ca/en/professiona…
Livestream access available for the OPC LeadLearn annual conference (Oct 22–23); livestream registration is open until October 18.

ALT Livestream access available for the OPC LeadLearn annual conference (Oct 22–23); livestream registration is open until October 18.
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🌍✈️ Curious about the International Exchanges Program? Join our FREE Information Session on September 29 from 4-5pm to learn how you can job shadow an international colleague during March Break 2027. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity! principals.ca/en/professiona…
World map titled "International Exchanges" showing location pins for Finland, Ireland, Switzerland, Italy and New Zealand, with the Ontario Principals' Professional Learning logo and #OPCLeadLearn.

ALT World map titled "International Exchanges" showing location pins for Finland, Ireland, Switzerland, Italy and New Zealand, with the Ontario Principals' Professional Learning logo and #OPCLeadLearn.
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Today we celebrate Franco-Ontarian Day and recognize the cultural, historical, social, economic and political contributions of the Franco-Ontarian community to Ontario.
Franco-Ontarian flag on a pole next to a green panel reading "Bonne journée des franco-ontariennes et franco-ontariens — Franco-Ontarian Day" with the Ontario Principals' Council logo, celebrating Franco-Ontarian Day.

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Registration is available for upcoming Fall titles: Feeling Seen by Dr. Jody Carrington, as well as Fire and Silence by Annahid Dashtgard. Save the dates for a book club with OPC! For details, visit principals.ca/en/professiona… #OPCLeadLearn
Graphic titled "Book Clubs" with an open blue book and pages flipping on the right and a ring of books and an e-reader surrounding the title on the left, with the Ontario Principals' Council logo at the bottom.

ALT Graphic titled "Book Clubs" with an open blue book and pages flipping on the right and a ring of books and an e-reader surrounding the title on the left, with the Ontario Principals' Council logo at the bottom.
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