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Year 8 | Apply for Toronto Public Library card

On Tuesday, Oct. 10 in advising, Year 8 students will be given the opportunity to fill out an application for a Toronto Public Library (TPL) card. All students who attend UCC are eligible for a card.

UCC students are routinely encouraged to use the TPL, in addition to our school libraries, to support their growth as readers and researchers. A TPL card gives them access to print collections across the system and to numerous research databases and ebooks. Student research endeavours across the curriculum frequently benefit from access to these resources.

Please click on this sample TPL form for details on which personal information is collected by TPL, and for their statement regarding privacy. If, for privacy reasons, you do not wish your student to apply for a public library card please let us know by completing this short form by Oct 6.

If your student already has their own TPL card there is no need to apply again; an expired card can simply be taken to your local branch for renewal, or you can do so online here.

Thank you for your support with this initiative.

Macintosh Library Staff

Year 12 | Grad photos

Grad photos will be taken on October 11, 12, 13 and 16.  Please remind students to sign up for their grad photo (sheet has been shared with the Class of 2024).

Year 9 | Take Your Child to Work Day is on November 1 

We support those who want to take advantage of Take Your Child to Work Day (an initiative in Ontario for families/guardians with students in Year 9). For attendance purposes, please let the school know via the SchoolPass App if you are participating with your student.

DONATE | Sunflower Project for Ukraine Relief

Dear UCC Community,

Collection of items for The Sunflower Project will start on Tuesday, Oct. 10 in the Upper School. Each house has been assigned a category of items (please see below) which will be shipped to Ukraine and distributed to the battlefront, hospitals, orphanages, schools, charities, churches, and families in need. The house that collects the most will win house points and have its banner proudly displayed in Ukraine when the container arrives.

Seaton’s / Wedd’s: Snacks 

• Protein bars, dried fruit, chocolate, candies. 

• Instant coffee, cappuccino, tea. 

• Kids snacks: fruit roll ups, oatmeal bars

Orr’s: Kids' needs

• Diapers (children and adult). There is a shortage of kids’ sizes 5 and 6.

• Hygienic wipes

• Christmas toys. Note: no battery-operated toys

Scadding’s: Tools 

• Anything to fix vehicles and equipment, hammers, screwdriver sets, construction tarps (can be gently used)  Note: no electric tools 

Bremner’s: School supplies

• Used laptops, pencils, pens, crayons, paper, coloured pencils, rulers, erasers, arts and crafts

Martland’s: Medicine 

• Over-the-counter medication such as Tylenol, Aspirin, Gravol, Polysporin, Gaviscon, Tums, etc.

Jackson’s: Outdoor gear and accessories

• Power banks for charging phones, flashlights, solar lights, men’s jeans, adult and children’s winter clothing, and sleeping bags. 

McHugh’s: First aid 

• Kits, bandages, rubbing alcohol, tourniquets, etc.

Mowbray’s: Hygiene products for kids and adults

• Deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, and oral care.

Howard’s: Baby essentials

• Formula and baby food (no glass jars), vitamins for adults and kids (multi, magnesium, vitamin D, etc.)

The donations can be dropped off in house-specific boxes in the Bernick Family Foyer starting on October 10 and at our booth at A-Day.

This is a very challenging time for people in Ukraine. Your donations will make a real difference.

With gratitude,

Lincoln Dugas-Nishisato
Year 9, Martland’s House

DONATE | Libya Flooding Fundraiser

Dear Upper Canada College Community,

We are Alyan Hussein ’25 and Arslan Khudayar ’25, and we have organized an important initiative to support the victims of the recent devastating floods in Libya.

To make a meaningful impact, we have arranged a fundraising event where students can participate and contribute. On Tuesday during Flex Time, we will be selling a variety of delicious candies and snacks in the Student Centre. All the proceeds from these sales will be directed towards helping the affected communities in Libya.

Additionally, we have set up a GoFundMe page to facilitate online donations. Anyone can contribute directly here. No matter how small, every donation will make a difference in the lives of those affected by the floods. (Mr. Sweetman will confirm the receipt of donations being forwarded to the Red Cross Relief Efforts in Libya.)

We believe that the strength of our community lies in its ability to come together in times of need. Let’s show our solidarity and support for the people of Libya by participating in this fundraiser and spreading the word to others who might be interested in helping.

Thank you for your attention and generosity. Together, we can make a positive impact and bring hope to those facing adversity.

March Break 2024 trip parent/guardian info sessions

México / Oaxaca Culture,  March 11–21, 2024 

An art and history focused experiential journey into Mexico City and Oaxaca, two cultural centres in a country rich with vibrant colours and flavours.

Click here for the Itinerary 

Click here to join info session on Oct. 11 at 7 p.m.

Costa Rica Service, March 11–20, 2024

A service focused, experiential journey into a jungle camp in the northern rainforest region of Costa Rica, including cultural and adventure activities in Monteverde. 

Click here for the Itinerary

Click here to join info session on Oct 12 at 7 p.m.

SAVE THE DATE | Year 12 parent fall social on October 12

Please mark your calendars for Thursday, Oct. 12!
The Year 12 parent social will be held from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at the Roth-Oelbaum family home. We hope you can join us as we begin celebrating an important milestone year for our Year 12 boys.  

Please click here to RSVP.