Grad Photos Dec 8 - 12
Grad 2026 Photos will be held at LDH from Dec 8 - 12. More info to come on how to book your session!
The Loran Awards
The Loran Awards is offering 36 Loran Awards to students entering university in the fall of 2026 who distinguish themselves through their strength of character, commitment to service, and intrinsic sense of values-driven leadership. Applications are accepted from now until Thurs, Oct. 16, 2025, at noon ET. Students may now access their online application system at the link below.
The University of Toronto National Book Award & Scholarship Program
Good morning Grads! For those of you considering applying to the University of Toronto, please find below a nomination form for The University of Toronto National Book Award & Scholarship Program. LDHSS can nominate one student for the University of Toronto National Book Award. This award recognizes and rewards the very best Canadian secondary school students, regardless of which university those students choose to attend. Book award nominees will be invited by the University of Toronto to apply for their National Scholarship Program. The National Scholarship Program is only offered to students who plan on attending U of T and it covers tuition, incidental and residence fees for up to four years of study! National Scholarships are awarded on the basis of outstanding academic performance to candidates who demonstrate ability for creative and innovative thought. These scholarships also recognize exceptional achievement in extracurricular activities such as the arts and athletics and they place a special emphasis on a candidate's commitment to community service through ongoing contributions to school and community. If you believe you are a good candidate, please fill out the form below and ensure it is submitted by October 3rd, 2025 (late submissions will not be considered). If you are nominated by LDHSS, you will be notified by email.
Nipissing University Open House Sept 26
Nipissing University will be here on Friday September 26 before school, from 8:00-9:00 in the atrium.
Algonquin College Open House Nov 8
Happy Friday Grads! Our local universities and colleges are getting ready to open their doors to you during their Open House Events. The University of Ottawa and Carleton University's open house will be on the same day- Saturday, October 25, 2025. More information and registration will be available soon-please do a google search!
Algonquin's Fall Open House is on November 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. You can register for the open house using this link: https://www.algonquincollege.com/openhouse/
Ontario Universities Regional Fair Oct 6
The Ontario Universities Regional Fair will be taking place on October 6th at Nepean Sportplex. The event allows you to gather information about Ontario’s universities, including programs, campus life and anything else that may help you decide which Ontario university to choose.
Location:
Nepean Sportsplex – Halls A & B
1701 Woodroffe Ave.
Nepean ON
Date and Time:
October 6th, 2025 from 5 to 8 pm
Parking:
Park at the rear of the building and enter through Entrance #3.