The Niagara Catholic District School Board is pleased to announce the approval of a balanced budget totaling $356 million for the 2026-2027 school year. This budget supports the continued growth and success of Niagara Catholic schools, with enrolment projected to rise to 23,638 students.
The 2026-2027 annual budget was officially approved by the Board of Trustees at the Board meeting on June 16.
The 2026-2027 budget was shaped by valuable input from parents, school council members, staff, trustees, students, and community stakeholders. Their contributions helped guide the strategic allocation of resources to ensure continued support for student achievement, equity, special education, and well-being, despite increasing operational costs. The 2026-2027 budget positions Niagara Catholic for a successful school year ahead, focused on academic excellence, student well-being, and responsible financial stewardship.
Chair of the Board Danny Di Lorenzo credited the diligence of Niagara Catholic's senior leadership team that is both fiscally responsible and supports student learning.
"This 2026-2027 budget reflects the Board's priorities to support student achievement and well-being, and balances fiscal responsibility to ensure Niagara Catholic has the resources available to meet student and staff needs," he said. "On behalf of the entire Board of Trustees, thank you to everyone who participated in the pre-budget survey and to our senior leadership team for their diligent work in creating a student-focused, balanced budget for the coming school year."
Chief Executive Officer Giancarlo Vetrone also reflected on the 2026-2027 budget.
"Niagara Catholic's senior staff are committed to providing programs, supports, and services for students to ensure that they thrive in 21st century schools and workplaces," said Mr. Vetrone. "We thank the Board of Trustees for recognizing our commitment to providing staff the tools they need to support student success by passing the 2026-2027 budget, which reflects these priorities."
Key Highlights:
- Enhanced Technology Investments: Increased funding for student and staff technology to enrich teaching and learning experiences in classrooms.
- Support for Student Well-Being: Additional staffing for special education, more education resource teachers and education assistants to meet diverse student needs.
- Increased Classroom Support: Hiring more elementary and secondary teachers to address classroom demands and support effective learning environments.
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