About Us
Our Lady of Peace Catholic School is an Early French Immersion school serving students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8. We are committed to maintaining high standards of excellence while providing every student with opportunities to learn, grow, achieve, and celebrate success.
Guided by our school motto,
“Let the Spirit of Peace Be Your Guide / Que l’Esprit de la Paix soit votre guide!”
we strive to create a learning environment rooted in faith, respect, and academic achievement.
Our dedicated staff enrich the student experience by offering a wide range of extracurricular opportunities. Students are encouraged to participate in school clubs, athletic teams, leadership activities, and special events throughout the year.
Faith and Catholic Education
As a member of the larger Catholic community, Our Lady of Peace is firmly rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ and the traditions of the Catholic faith.
We are committed to:
Living Gospel values in our daily interactions
Fostering compassion, inclusion, and service
Supporting the spiritual development of every student
Recognizing and responding to the needs of all members of our community
Through prayer, faith formation, and community involvement, students are encouraged to become caring and responsible Catholic leaders.
Safe, Caring, and Inclusive Learning Environment
Our Lady of Peace is dedicated to providing a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment where all students can thrive.
To support student well-being, we promote:
Conflict-resolution strategies
Bullying prevention initiatives
Student leadership and responsibility
Positive relationship-building
Programs such as peer mediation help students develop self-confidence, resilience, and the skills needed to resolve conflicts respectfully. Through collaboration among students, staff, and families, we continue to foster a culture of kindness, understanding, and inclusion.
Supporting Every Learner
We recognize that students learn in different ways and have diverse strengths and needs. To support their success, students have access to:
Special education programs and services
Enrichment and gifted learning opportunities
Technology-enhanced learning
Vocal and instrumental music programs
Digital literacy and computer-based learning
With the support of our Catholic School Council, classrooms also have access to design and technology resources that encourage creativity, innovation, and problem-solving.
Preparing Students for the Future
In an ever-changing world, adaptability, creativity, and lifelong learning are essential skills. Our Lady of Peace is committed to providing students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to meet future challenges with confidence.
As educational needs evolve, we continue to enhance our programs and initiatives to ensure students are well prepared for success in secondary school and beyond.
Our History
Our Lady of Peace Catholic School has a proud history rooted in faith and community.
The parish was established in 1951, when Father Percy H. Johnson was appointed to lead the newly formed parish. In the years following the Second World War, the parish was renamed from St. Albert the Great to Our Lady of Peace, reflecting a desire for hope and peace in a changing world.
Designed by architect James Haffa, both the church and school were built to serve the growing community. The school officially opened in September 1953 with:
10 classrooms
A gymnasium
As enrolment increased, the school expanded:
1965: Four additional classrooms were added.
1968: A new gymnasium and additional classroom were built, allowing the original gymnasium to be converted into a library.
During the 1980s, declining enrolment created space for the introduction of the school's Early French Immersion program. The first French Immersion class began in 1984.
In the 1990s, enrolment grew rapidly as young families returned to the area. Many current students are part of multi-generational families whose parents and grandparents also attended Our Lady of Peace.
Today, the school continues to maintain strong connections with both the parish and the wider community while building on a tradition of faith, learning, and service that has spanned more than 70 years.