List of 15 news stories.

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  Electric Energy at the Junior School Winter Athletic Assembly

  The energy was electric at the Junior School’s Winter Term Athletic Assembly this past Tuesday. Pumping music set the perfect stage for our two fantastic student MCs: Maya Cammalleri from the U12 Volleyball team and Bradley Luckock from the U12 Basketball team who proudly introduced the six CDS teams that competed in the CISAA this term.
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  Speech & Debate Team Experiences Weekend Sprint with Multiple Triumphs

  From Friday afternoon - Saturday evening, four members of our Speech & Debate Team participated in the Senior Provincial Debate Championships hosted by the Ontario Student Debating Union at Appleby College. Austin Chen and Kenneth Wang competed as a team, as did Adhya Chandradat and Aneesa Khan. The competition was fierce and the experience invaluable for all of them. And both Adhya and Aneesa will be going to the World Individual Debating & Public Speaking Championships in Bristol, England, in April!
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  Student-Athletes Recognized at Winter Term Assemblies

  Monday’s Middle and Senior Athletic Assembly celebrated the achievements of our winter term athletes, while Junior School students gathered on Tuesday (see story below). Both assemblies provided an opportunity for parents, faculty, and peers to celebrate the dedication, perseverance, and sportsmanship displayed by our Cyclones throughout the season.
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  The Addams Family Cast & Crew Bring Magic to CDS

  The stage was draped in shadows and filled with delightfully eerie backdrops as our Senior School students recently staged a phenomenal production of The Addams Family School Edition. Audiences were treated to a "comical feast" of the macabre, following the beloved, ghoulish family as they faced their most terrifying nightmare yet: Wednesday Addams (Delilah Johnstone) growing up and falling in love with a "normal" young man Lucas (Logan Colozza) from Ohio.
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  Gr.10 Personal Fitness Class Visits Pilates Studio

  By Ms. Steadman

  
  

  The Grade 10 Personal Fitness class recently enjoyed an energizing trip to a Reform Room Pilates studio, where students were introduced to the reformer machine. The session was both fun and challenging, as students worked on strength, balance, and control through a series of guided movements. 
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  Making Waves: An Amazing First Season for the CDS Swim Team

  By Ms. Csibi and Mme. Fransen 

   

  This winter marked an exciting milestone for CDS Athletics as we launched our very first Swim Team. Over the past four months, our swimmers demonstrated commitment, perseverance and growth. Tough sets, lots of bus rides and countless laps paid off in tremendous improvement across both our Middle and Senior School teams.
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  Winter Athletics Season Recap

  By Geneva Winterink

   

  CDS enjoyed an outstanding winter athletics season marked by commitment, resilience, and competitive success. Winter is our longest athletic term, and teams trained and competed tirelessly, with some playing up to nine games over the course of the season. Athletes and coaches remained locked in, dedicating their time and energy to a shared goal: to be the best we can be.

   

  That dedication paid off. Numerous teams across both the Middle and Senior School advanced to Final Four competition and earned CISAA medals. Inspired by the Olympics, here is our winter medal count.

   
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  Middle School Students Embrace the Magic of Winter with Carnaval de Québec!

  Last Friday, our Middle School students experienced an afternoon full of festivities to celebrate Carnaval—the weather could not have been more perfect! 

   

  Embracing the magic of the world’s biggest winter carnival, students had a blast enjoying the snow with activities like la tire d’érable, snowshoeing, tobogganing, an obstacle course, and more. They warmed up by the campfire, drank hot chocolate, and enjoyed French treats, while celebrating with Bonhomme Carnaval himself!

   

  A huge thank you to all the teachers and Middle School Student Council members who helped to make this unforgettable day possible. Vive le Carnaval!

   
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  Mia Cao Wins Prestigious Art Award

  Congratulations to Grade 8 student Mia Cao for her success in the 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards! This week, she was informed that all three of her submitted works of art received regional-level recognition, including a Gold Key, a Silver Key, and an Honorable Mention. Of special note, Mia’s Gold Key piece, Secret Garden of Dreams, was selected as an American Visions Nominee, an honor that recognizes it as one of the Top 5 works in the Canada Region.

   

  Mia had this to say about what inspired her to create her Secret Garden of Dreams, ​“I wanted to create a peaceful imaginary garden where dreams and creativity can grow freely. Art helps me express feelings that are sometimes hard to put into words.”

  
  The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards are among the most prestigious honours for creative students in Grades 7–12, recognized as the nation’s longest-running and most influential program of their kind.
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  Un Voyage au Cœur du Québec: Cultural and Linguistic Immersion

  By Mme. Fransen

   

  Last week, 18 Grade 10 French students embarked on a transformative journey to la belle province, turning the province of Quebec into their personal classroom. Far beyond a simple sightseeing tour, this trip was designed as a deep dive into Francophone culture, challenging students to move beyond textbooks and engage in authentic conversations with locals—whether at the top of a ski hill, in the heart of a boutique, or over a traditional meal.

   

  The immersion began the moment we arrived in Quebec City. As the sun set, the students navigated the cobblestone streets of the Old City while listening to the tales of French colonists and the dastardly deeds of some criminals as part of our walking ghost tour. 
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  Middle School Winter Carnaval - Feb. 12

  Dear Middle School Parents, 

  
  

  The French department is hosting our annual CDS Winter Carnaval on Thursday, February 12th from 1:00-3:15 pm!

  
  

  Did you know the Carnaval du Québec is the world’s largest and oldest winter carnival? Get ready to participate in fun outdoor activities, enjoy tasty winter treats and take pictures with Bonhomme. Students must have appropriate winter gear that allows for them to participate positively. Winter jackets, snow pants, boots, hats and mitts for the afternoon will be essential items. 
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  School Spirit soars at SS Winter Game Day!

  By Geneva Winterink

   

  On Monday, February 2, the Senior School travelled to the Zancor Centre for our annual Winter Gameday. Both rinks were filled with energy as students cheered on both hockey teams in a display of true school spirit. The undefeated Varsity Girls faced Greenwood College, while the Varsity Boys took on local rival, Villanova College.
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  Tickets for The Addams Family on Sale tonight at 7pm

  Our talented Senior School drama students have been working tirelessly to bring their latest production, The Addams Family: A New Musical (School Edition), to life! Join us for this comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family on February 26, 27 or 28.

   

  Tickets are $20 each and go on sale TONIGHT at 7:00 PM.
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  JKs Learn the Importance of Eating a Rainbow Every Day

  Last week, our JKs filed into the Dining Hall first thing in the morning for a health lesson to learn about where the school's food is prepared, healthy eating, and how to create a rainbow plate. Chef Julie and Clare Barker, Aramark’s Registered Dietitian, led this interactive session about the importance of eating a rainbow every day.
  
  

  Both spoke to the students about how good it feels to eat more fruits and vegetables rather than cookies and candy. They explained that not only does your body feel stronger, but you also get sick less often; your eyes and brain perform better, and therefore, learning is enhanced.

  
  In addition to the JK visit, ​all Junior School ​classrooms received a surprise rainbow fruit platter for ​morning snack. The lunch salad bars were also beautifully arranged by the colours of the rainbow​ featuring fruit and veggies, ​a​nd JK​s created healthy rainbow artwork as part of the display.

  
  As educators at CDS, we feel it is important to demonstrate healthy choices to our students so that they can continue to make them at home and in our ​wonderful Dining Hall. Go Rainbow!
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  Visual FX & Makeup Artist Visits CDS

  Our Grade 10 Visual Design students levelled up their skills this week during an immersive FX and Prosthetics makeup workshop led by pro artist Jessica Buchanan. Students got behind the brush to master the technical side of character design, learning the high-level artistry required for the big screen.
  
  Jessica then went on to join the school costume crew after school to do Zombie makeup for the upcoming Senior School production of The Addams Family.
  
  It was an incredible afternoon of messy, brilliant, and realistic creativity!