The Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) earned top national honours at the 2025 Canadian Association of Communicators in Education (CACE) BRAVO Awards, taking home six national awards more than any other school board in Canada.
The OCSB received four Coup de Cœur (Judge's Choice) awards, the most of any school board in that category - celebrating the Board's excellence in storytelling, branding, and innovation in education.
Award-Winning Projects included:
- Branding Matters
- Celebrating the Arts at the OCSB video
- Building Your Future in the Skilled Trades campaign
- #BeOCSB Employee Spotlight campaign
In addition to these honours, the OCSB was recognized with two of the evening's most prestigious distinctions:
- Award of Distinction - The OCSB's Strategic Approach to Integrating AI in Education
- Award of Excellence - OCSB Spiritual Theme 2024 - 2027: Open Doors, Build Bridges, Nourish New Beginnings
"These awards reflect the creativity, collaboration, and heart that define our communications team and our entire OCSB community," said Mark Mullan, Chair of the Board. "We are proud to see our work recognized nationally, especially in areas that reflect who we are faith-filled, forward-thinking, and community-focused."
"Our communications are about more than sharing information; they're about sharing stories that build bridges," added Mary Donaghy, Director of Education. "Whether we're highlighting innovation in AI or celebrating our faith through our Spiritual Theme, everything we do is grounded in our commitment to Be Community, Be Well, and Be Innovative."
The CACE BRAVO Awards celebrate the best in educational communications across Canada, recognizing creativity, strategy, and measurable impact.
Behind every award is a dedicated team of professional communicators inspired by faith and driven by purpose. These national honours celebrate more than outstanding campaigns; they reflect the creativity, collaboration, and compassion that define the OCSB. This recognition reinforces our commitment to strengthen community, celebrate innovation, and share stories that uplift and inspire.
