65 Years of WCI

Welcome to WCI’s 65th Anniversary Celebration!

For 65 years, Waterloo Collegiate Institute has been more than a school. It’s been a community, a home, and a place where lifelong friendships, traditions, and Viking spirit were built. This reunion is a chance to reconnect with classmates, honour our shared history, and celebrate the legacy of excellence, growth, and community that continues to thrive at WCI. Whether you graduated decades ago or more recently, we invite you to join us in remembering the past, celebrating the present, and inspiring the future.

Biography of WCI 

Waterloo Collegiate Institute (WCI), founded in 1959, has been a cornerstone of education in the Waterloo Region for 65 years. WCI offers a wide range of programs, including Advanced Placement (AP), French Immersion, English as a Second Language (ESL), and Specialist High Skills Majors (SHSM). Known for its academic excellence, vibrant arts programs, and strong athletic achievements, WCI has built a legacy of student success and community involvement. Over the decades, the school has grown and evolved, embracing diversity and innovation while maintaining its proud traditions. From its early days to the present, WCI has remained committed to fostering leadership, creativity, and lifelong learning. As it celebrates its 65th anniversary, WCI honours the past while looking forward to a bright future.