At UCC, everyone belongs. Celebrating Pride Week signals that our school is a safe space that is affirming of all students and their families. Pride Week allows us to celebrate and recognize the diverse families who are a part of our school community, commit to being an ally and ensure that all community members who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ feel welcome.

In the Upper School, we will be marking Pride Week with a Principal’s assembly on Monday, a Pride Picnic in Massey Quad during Flex Time on Tuesday, a tie-dye your own UCC spirit wear event on Wednesday, an open GSA meeting on Thursday and a Colours Casual Dress Day on Friday Oct. 24. Students are invited to wear any of the colours of the rainbow.

Photo days: 

• Wednesday, Oct. 22 (Years 8 and 9)

• Thursday, Oct. 23 (Years 10 and 11)

• Friday, Oct. 24 (Year 11 continues and make-up photos for students who were away and missed taking their photo)

While our photos do not go into the yearbook, they are used for internal purposes such as preparing Prize Day or Election Day slides and appearing on our security cards. It is important for students to have their photo taken.

Dress code for photo: While First Dress is recommended, a UCC-crested golf shirt is acceptable.

UCC has teamed up with Aramark to provide parents with a new online portal. This portal allows you to view itemized receipts for student meal purchases in the Upper School. 

How to request access

To get started, please complete this Google request form. Please note the following:

• Only one parent needs to complete the form, as the portal allows for only one email address per login.

• If you have more than one child at the school, you must submit a separate request form for each student.

• Please complete the form by Friday, Oct. 17.

Account creation

After your request is received, we will set up your account and send you an email with the login instructions by Friday, Oct. 25. The email will be sent to the email address you have associated with the portal.

Starting with the January 2026 student statements, meal charges will be summarized into a single charge. If you would like to continue seeing a detailed breakdown of meal expenses, it's important to request access to this new portal.

If you have any questions, please contact Marco Mariani or Joel Saju.

Registration opened at noon on Oct. 14 for three-way conferences at the Upper School.

Nov. 5 (in-person only): Each meeting will be 5 minutes long with 5 minutes of travel time in between meetings. 

Nov. 6 (virtual only): Each virtual meeting will be five minutes.

*Please do not book more than 1 appointment per teacher.

SchoolCloud closes: Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 12 p.m.

Preparing for Your Appointments

Once you have scheduled your appointments, please check your email inbox for a confirmation from SchoolCloud with your credentials. This will ensure you are able to join your appointment at the scheduled time(s). If you do not see the email, you may need to check your Spam folder, depending on your email settings. 

Note:

• When registering, you will need to enter your name and your child’s name exactly as it appears on the Portal. 

• Please ensure your device has been restarted recently to avoid technical difficulties.

• Please review carefully the SchoolCloud access instructions before attempting login

Generally, only one parent/guardian books all the meetings, as they will then invite the other parent/guardian to join the scheduled meetings. 

Questions?

For technical assistance, please email Sandra Fulford or call (416) 488-1125 ext. 2213.

Upper Canada College (UCC) will host a Toronto Public Health (TPH) vaccination clinic on Monday, Nov. 17, at the UCC Preparatory School during school hours.

This clinic is primarily for Year 7 students and will also offer catch-up vaccinations for Year 8 students who may be behind on their routine immunizations.

Available vaccines for Year 7 students

The following publicly funded vaccines will be offered:

• Meningococcal (to prevent meningitis)

• Human Papillomavirus (to prevent certain cancers)

• Hepatitis B (to prevent liver cancer)

Note: Immunization against meningococcal disease is required by Ontario law for all school attendees, unless they have a valid exemption. More information on immunization requirements is available from the Ontario Ministry of Health.

Next Steps and Eligibility

The clinic is open to:

• All Year 7 students and Year 8 students who have not yet received any or all of these vaccines.

• Students who have started but not completed a vaccine series 

For Year 8s who have not attended previous TPH clinic and would like to participate:

1. Review the parent package and consent form.

2. Email documentation to UCC Health Centre.

Important Information for Years 9-12

TPH has confirmed that vaccines will not be provided onsite for students in Years 9 to 12. Families can still receive their immunizations via TPH community clinic.

• Review the parent package and consent form.

• Book an appointment through the TPH booking site prior to the clinic date

Contacts and Resources

• For questions regarding the TPH School Immunization Clinic, or you may contact the UCC Health Centre. Please include your child's name and year in the email title.

• For more information on the vaccines, consult your doctor or call Toronto Public Health at 416-338-7600.

• Helpful Links:

  • [Grade 7 and up TPH School Vaccination Program]

  • [Ontario’s Publicly Funded Immunization Schedule]

Thank you for helping us keep the UCC community healthy.

UCC Health Centre

Join us this Monday, Oct. 20 as we celebrate the official launch of this year’s Festive Marketplace with our annual Light up the Avenue event.

Thanks to the partnership of the PO, PPO and UCC, the campus will once again sparkle with strands of glowing white lights from the clock tower, down the Avenue to the Prep. These lights will shine brightly through the winter months until March Break, bringing warmth, joy and festive spirit that reflects many traditions celebrated in our community, including Diwali, Hanukkah and Christmas.

Gather with us after school for hot chocolate, festive music and a special visit from our mascot, Ice.  

• Prep: 3–4 p.m.

• Upper School: 3:40–4:10 p.m. (on the front steps and at the back loop).

It’s a wonderful way to connect as a community and start the festive season. We look forward to seeing you there.

Back by popular demand, parents and guardians of the Class of 2026 are invited to purchase their own parent “grad” wear. Specially-branded items, including 2026 branded fleece quarter zips, hoodies and hats, are again available to order here. Order deadline is Oct. 24 with delivery expected the first week of December.

Orders will be delivered domestically for an additional fee. All funds raised through this initiative will go towards enhancing special events for the Class of 2026. If you have questions, please contact the Year 12 PO Parent Reps or contact the merchandise supplier directly.

The UCC Parents' Organization wants to hear from you as we strive towards our mission of community building and enhancing the experience of students and families at UCC.  Please complete a short survey: Year 8, Year 9,  Year 10, Year 11, Year 12, to tell us what parent events and initiatives you'd like to see this year and to provide your ideas and suggestions as to how we can better deliver on our mission.  We look forward to hearing from you!

UCC is proud to support Take Our Kids to Work Day for Year 9 students on Wednesday, Nov. 5. This national career exploration event, now in its third decade, invites students to spend the day at the workplace of a parent, relative, friend, or volunteer host, witnessing first-hand the world of work. In doing so, students begin early career planning, gain insight into future goals and endeavours, and learn from the knowledge, experience, and advice of professionals. The event also provides families with a valuable opportunity to discuss career prospects and fosters connections between education and the skills needed in today’s workplace. 

This year’s theme, Lift Up the Future, encourages all of us to support young people as they imagine the world they want to build. Year 9 students will learn more in an upcoming assembly, and participating families are reminded to communicate their child’s absence through the SchoolPass App or by emailing usattendance@ucc.on.ca.

Katherine Maloney

Year 9 Coordinator

UCC will be offering two "Global Learning Adventure" program options to Upper School students from March 7 - 17, 2026.  

Each program has a projected 10-day itinerary. 

PERU: Sacred Valley cultural exchange in Ollantaytambo with Machu Picchu excursion

Immerse yourself in the heart of Peru with this transformative 10-day travel program designed for Upper Canada College students. You'll explore the rich history and vibrant culture of the Sacred Valley, balancing hands-on community service with incredible adventures. 

This trip can accommodate 12 student travellers with Mr. Sweetman and Mr. Bradford. The all-inclusive price is CAD $4,500 per student (based on 12 students) and includes return airfare, local transportation, hotel accommodations, all meals, a dedicated Casa Kuska Local Leader, and mandatory premium travel insurance. Don't miss this opportunity for a truly transformative educational experience.  

Click here to register.

This itinerary includes:

• Cultural immersion: Spend multiple days at Casa Kuska, engaging in bilingual games, art, storytelling, and English tutoring with local children. Participate in workshops on traditional Andean weaving, cooking, and dance, and gain a deeper understanding of the local community through dialogue with village leaders.

• Service and sustainability: Contribute to meaningful projects with Valle Sagrado Verde, helping with environmental activities like pruning and planting.

• Historical exploration: Discover the ancient Incan citadel of Machu Picchu with a guided tour, hike to the archaeological site of Pumamarka, and visit the stunning salt mines of Maras and the agricultural terraces of Moray.

• Authentic connection: Stay in local lodges like Full Moon Lodge and El Albergue, and even experience a night of camping under the stars, ensuring a truly authentic and immersive experience.

This journey isn't just a trip; it's an opportunity for conscious travel, fostering reciprocity and a deep connection with the people and land of Peru.

The Casa Kuska / Valle Sagrado Verde program in Ollantaytambo aims to connect students with local families and children to cultivate community through shared meals, ESOL activities, and song. We've collaborated with colleagues and local partners to design a program for all our travelling students that fosters a deep sense of place, addressing themes such as local and diaspora communities, indigenous history and sovereignty, public art, tourism, and economic innovation. Travel experiences should be considered “supercharging moments” in the life of our students. Our team is committed to pre-travel curriculum and post-travel reflection. With a steadfast belief in the transformative power of global education and its importance in modern society, we are deeply committed to making this program as interactive as possible and nurturing our students’ and partners’ identities as changemakers in the world.

Detailed Itinerary: UCC- Peru Trip 2026.pdf