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St. Cecilia Catholic School is a vibrant and growing community located in Toronto’s Junction neighbourhood, on the edge of Bloor West Village.

• We proudly offer families a choice between two dynamic programs:

  • English

  • French Immersion

• We provide a welcoming learning environment with:

  • Spacious playgrounds

  • A historic school building

  • A strong sense of pride in our school and community

• As an EcoSchool, we are committed to environmental stewardship through:

  • Energy conservation

  • Waste reduction

  • Ecological literacy

  • School ground greening

• Our students and staff work together to promote sustainable practices and care for God’s creation.

• We put our Catholic faith into action through service and social justice initiatives inspired by the Gospel.

• Our students participate in opportunities such as:

  • Me to We activities

  • ShareLife initiatives

  • Food drives

  • Supporting the Society of St. Vincent de Paul

  • Other charitable and community projects

• Through these experiences, we help students develop compassion, courage, and a commitment to serving others.

• Guided by Ubi Caritas et Amor, Deus Ibi Est — “Where there is charity and love, God is there” — we strive to make a positive difference in our local and global communities.

• Creating a safe, inclusive, and healthy learning environment is central to our school life.

• Our Code of Behaviour promotes:

  • Respect

  • Conflict resolution

  • Responsibility

  • Self-discipline

• Inspired by our patron saint, St. Cecilia, we encourage students to demonstrate courage, faith, integrity, and kindness in their words, actions, and relationships each day.

• We are committed to fostering a welcoming community built on:

  • Trust

  • Respect

  • A strong sense of belonging

• We nurture the spiritual growth of our students through:

  • Prayer

  • Reflection

  • Celebration

  • The daily practice of our Catholic faith

• We encourage our students to:

  • Open their hearts to God

  • Open their minds to learning

  • Use their talents to serve others

• As a community of learners, we strive for excellence by helping every student:

  • Reach their full potential

  • Develop confidence and independence

  • Live out their faith with compassion and integrity

• Together, we journey with Christ and celebrate God’s love in our daily lives.

• We inspire our students to develop:

  • Curiosity

  • A lifelong love of learning

  • A commitment to always do their best

• We have a proud history dating back to 1887, when Father Joseph McCann of St. Helen’s Parish purchased land on Edwin Avenue to establish a new Catholic church and school.

• Our first school was a small wooden building originally known as St. Mary’s.

• In 1890, the wooden school was replaced by a brick building and renamed St. Cecilia’s.

• According to local tradition, we were named in honour of St. Cecilia, the patron saint of sacred music, inspired by the nearby Heintzman Piano factory.

• St. Cecilia Church opened in 1909.

• Our current school building, located at the corner of Annette Street and Evelyn Avenue, welcomed students in 1914.

• Additions in 1918, 1954, and 1964 supported the continued growth of our school community.

• Our earliest teachers and administrators were the Loretto Sisters, who helped establish our strong tradition of Catholic education.

• Today, we proudly continue our long-standing tradition of faith, learning, and community.

• As the home of the Tigers, we remain committed to providing a:

  • Welcoming environment

  • Inclusive community

  • Faith-filled learning experience

• We inspire our students to grow, learn, and succeed while carrying forward the proud traditions of our school.