October 19, 2024
Education News Canada

WATERLOO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
WCDSB Breaks Ground on New School at 20 Woolner Trail

October 18, 2024

The Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) is excited to announce the start of construction on a new school located at 20 Woolner Trail, Kitchener. This school, which will serve students in Grades 7-12, has been designed with a capacity of 1,400 pupil places and is set to open in September 2026. 

The three-story building will feature an artificial turf sports field and is designed to create a positive and engaging learning environment for students. This project will help meet the growing educational needs of the community. 

At October 17's groundbreaking ceremony, WCDSB leaders were joined by WCDSB Trustees, facilities staff, and City of Kitchener Councillors to celebrate this important milestone.

Councillor Dave Schnider, Trustee Conrad Stanley, Director Tyrone Dowling, Trustee Kathy Doherty-Masters, Councillor Stephanie Stretch, Trustee David Guerin

"We are excited to break ground on a school that will not only meet the educational needs of our growing community but will also serve as a vibrant centre for student achievement and well-being," said Tyrone Dowling, Director of Education. "This new facility reflects our commitment to creating inclusive, innovative spaces where every student can thrive spiritually, academically, and socially."

Director Tyrone Dowling

The WCDSB is grateful to the Government of Ontario for its generous support in funding this project and thanks the City of Kitchener and Regional Municipality of Waterloo for their support in advancing approvals for the new school. 

For more information

Waterloo Catholic District School Board
35 Weber St. W., - Unit A
Kitchener Ontario
Canada N2G 4G2
www.wcdsb.ca


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