Ontario Principals' Council

Ontario’s principals and vice-principals continue to struggle with new gov't initiatives, staff shortages, violence in schools & mental wellness. We need fair & adequate compensation, support, respect & efforts to address work intensification. Full stmt: bit.ly/4bBC2ml

The Civic Holiday weekend is almost here! Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable long weekend filled with rest, relaxation and whatever brings you joy.

We invite you to listen to our podcast library with episodes on a range of topics. Consider sharing your passion, personal journey or expertise related to school leadership. principals.ca/en/professiona… #OPCLeadLearn

Today, the United Nations commemorates World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. This year's theme, Trapped Behind the Scam, highlights how traffickers use deception, false promises and online scams to exploit vulnerable people. Together, we can raise awareness and help prevent human trafficking. Learn more: un.org/en/observances…

The Principal's Development Course (PDC) is offering: Module 2: Instructional Leadership for School Improvement Module 7: Courageous Conversations Registration closes on September 8. Visit our webpage for more details! principals.ca/en/professiona…

🌍✈️ Curious about the International Exchanges Program? Join our FREE Information Session on September 29 from 4-5pm to learn how you can job shadow an international colleague during March Break 2027. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity! principals.ca/en/professiona…

Please note that our office will be closed Monday, August 3, through to and including Friday, August 7. We will reopen Monday, August 10.

Our Education Law Qualification Program is being offered online starting September 23. principals.ca/en/professiona… Register by September 9. #OPCLeadLearn

The Supervisory Officer's Qualification Program (SOQP) is offering modules 1 and 3 this upcoming summer! Online and onsite (hybrid) options are available. Register by October 24.#OPCLeadLearn principals.ca/en/professiona…

The Emerging Leader Development Program (ELDP) is now offering Module 1: Developing an Understanding of the School Principal Role. Register by September 28! #OPCLeadLearn #OTF #ETFO #OSSTF principals.ca/en/professiona…

Three months to go! Join principals and vice-principals from across Ontario at the OPCLeadLearn Annual Conference at the Hilton Airport on October 22-23 for inspiring keynotes, engaging workshops and meaningful connections. We hope to connect with you there. Register today: principals.ca/en/professiona… #OPCLeadLearn

Fall 2026 registration is open! PQP is offering hybrid and online delivery options with instructors from participating board partners. Register by August 30. For the full details, visit our PQP webpage principals.ca/en/professiona… #edLeadership #aspiringleaders @OTFFEO @ETFOeducators @OSTFF #OPCLeadLearn

The three principals’ associations in collaboration with School Mental Health Ontario has a new guide and accompanying slide deck drawing on existing made-in-Ontario tools and resources for leading in trauma‑sensitive ways that complement board and school mental health strategies and action plans. Now available in OPC's Leading Learning Toolkit! To see the new resource, visit principals.ca/en/professiona… #SMH-ON #CPCO #ADFO #OPCLeadLearn

Today we celebrate Nelson Mandela International Day, recognizing the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela and his work to end apartheid and discrimination in South Africa.

Strong relationships between principals and superintendents are built on trust, communication and shared purpose. Learn more about strengthening superintendent-principal relationships in the Spring issue of The Register. Read the article on page 8: principals.ca/en/resources/R… #SchoolLeadership

In August, we have discrete opportunities designed to support new principals and vice-principals with some key themes as a new school year begins. Free for Members! principals.ca/en/professiona… #OPCLeadLearn

We invite you to listen to our podcast library with episodes on a range of topics. Consider sharing your passion, personal journey or expertise related to school leadership. principals.ca/en/professiona… #OPCLeadLearn

This new self-directed course will lead you through a human-rights focused framework for responding to incidents of racism and discrimination in school settings. Sign up today! principals.ca/en/professiona…

Our Education Law Qualification Program is being offered online starting September 23. principals.ca/en/professiona… Register by September 9. #OPCLeadLearn

The Supervisory Officer's Qualification Program (SOQP) is offering modules 1 and 3 this upcoming summer! Online and onsite (hybrid) options are available. Register by October 24.#OPCLeadLearn principals.ca/en/professiona…

Planning to attend the OPCLeadLearn Conference? Register between July 1 and September 15 for a chance to win a prize package that includes a portable massager and OPC items. Join colleagues from across Ontario for two days of learning, collaboration and meaningful connections. Register today: principals.ca/en/professiona… #OPCLeadLearn