List of 15 news stories.

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  Did You Know About Our CDS Olympic Ties?

  The success of Canadian athletes at the 2026 Olympic Games in Milano and Cortina has been impressive. With just three more days to go, there will surely be many more inspiring moments to enjoy, including some additional Canadian medal winners. Canada is currently in 11th place in the medal standings with 15 medals, including 4 Golds. While our entire country basks in the glory of our athletes’ tremendous races and routines thus far, we thought we would highlight some CDS connections to this year’s and past Olympics.
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  High Energy + High Bids: Meet the Starting Line Up for Auction 2026!

  The Auction Team is thrilled to announce DJ Clymaxxx and Devo Brown will be bringing the energy to our 2026 Field of Dreams Dinner & Auction on Friday, May 29th at the Paramount EventSpace!

   

  DJ Clymaxxx, the official DJ for KiSS 92.5 and a two-time Canadian Radio DJ of the Year, is known for his high-energy performance, innovative remixes, and genre-blending mashups. With over a decade of experience on airwaves and live stages, he is guaranteed to keep the atmosphere electric.

   

  Joining him is our host, Devo Brown. As the charismatic host of Breakfast Television, Devo brings quick wit and a commanding stage presence that will guide us through an unforgettable evening.

   
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  Parent Association Corner

  How is it possible that we are already mid-way through February? 

   

  It was wonderful to see so many parents come out for our pickleball evening a few weeks ago! We hope those new to the sport were able to have fun and learn some new skills from our pickleball parent instructors: Roopa, Hari, and Milli. For those who are pros already, we hope that you enjoyed getting to know other CDS parents while enjoying your sport!

   

  As always, our cooking event was a great success. Sushi making was fun and engaging, and we hope everyone who attended enjoyed the food, drinks, and company. A special thank you to Chef Juliette from Bento Sushi for her guidance and expertise in making this such a memorable event.
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  CDS Parent Association Birthday Book Program

  What is the Birthday Book Program? The Birthday Book Program is a CDS Parent Association initiative designed for both the Junior School and Middle/Senior School Libraries. Parents or other family members are invited to donate books in their child’s honour. This donation creates a sense of pride for the child and provides a lasting and valuable contribution to the library. 
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  Score a Touchdown with Auction 2026

  The countdown isn’t just on for Sunday’s Super Bowl — it’s on for the biggest CDS adult social event of the season on Friday, May 29 too!

   

  How you can Get into the Game:

  The success of this event depends on the support of our entire community. Don’t stand on the sidelines - we need you cheering us on. Here’s how you can get involved today:
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  Catching Up with Jonah De Simone ‘18, An On-Ice Body Double in Heated Rivalry

  By Zach Lawton

   

  When Jonah De Simone ’18 left CDS in Grade 10, his path was set on ice. A standout athlete who moved from the CDS Cyclones to the OHL’s Niagara IceDogs and eventually the University of Guelph Gryphons, Jonah has always been defined by his determination and friendly personality. However, after a series of concussions playing university hockey, Jonah decided that it was time for a priority shift from hockey to his accounting degree.

   

  But for Jonah, the end of his competitive career wasn't the end of his relationship with the game. Instead, it was the beginning of a unique opportunity on a hockey show, a portion that was filmed in Guelph, that brought him attention both on campus and across Canada.
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  Sushi Making Cooking Class for CDS Parents

  The CDS Parent Association invites you to join them for a hands-on sushi-making class on Thursday, February 5th, beginning at 6:30 pm. in the Niczowski, Temovsky, Arrigo Dining Hall at CDS. Chef Juliette from Bento Sushi will lead the class.

   

  The evening will begin with a sushi-making demonstration, featuring helpful tips and techniques you can use at home. Afterward, everyone will have the chance to create their own sushi and enjoy their creations!

  
  

  Open to adults only. The cost is $40 per registrant and space is limited. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at events@cds.on.ca.

   

  We hope you can join us!  REGISTER HERE
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  Volunteers needed!

  We have two upcoming events looking for community volunteers:

  
  

  Junior Provincial Public Speaking Championships - Saturday, January 17th

  
  

  CDS DECA - Friday, February 6th

  
  

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  CDS Executive Chef Richard Perks advances to Aramark Canada Chef's Cup Final

  By Julie Axford

  
  

  Chef Richard has earned a place in the Canada Chefs Cup (CCC) Final, Aramark’s national culinary competition that brings together top cooks and chefs from more than 1,500 Aramark accounts across Canada.
  
  Alongside his sous chef, Julia Dela Fuente, Chef Richard has successfully advanced to the final eight competitors. The national final will take place on February 19, 2026, at Centennial College in Toronto.
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  Junior School Student Stars in A Christmas Carol

  Grade 5 student Celeste Cartwright is thrilled to be making her professional stage debut in A Christmas Carol where she stars as Little Ebenezer and Tiny Tim Cratchit. The sold-out production opened on December 6 and runs through January 6 at the Campbell House Museum in Toronto.
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  MS Holiday Heroes

  By Sara Purdy
  
  The MS Service Council organized the annual toy drive to support the York Region Police Holiday Heroes initiative.  
  
  With the support and mentorship and Mr. Dermody, students have had yet another successful drive raising hundreds of dollars in gift cards and donations, along with a full car load of toys.
  
  Well done, Middle School!
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  Giving in the Senior School this Season

  This holiday season, the Senior School will be giving to two wonderful organizations: 360°kids and Senior Wish Association.

   

  The Grade 9 and 10 students are supporting 360°kids. This is an organization in York Region dedicated to preventing homelessness and helping youth at risk or in crisis transition to safety and stability They offer comprehensive support across four pillars—Housing, Employment, Education, and Health & Wellbeing—to help young people achieve stability and independence. 360°kids has requested toiletries and hygiene products including shampoo, condition, feminine hygiene products, toothbrushes and toothpastes, towels, underwear, socks, undershirts, razors, and gift cards.
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  Thank you to all who contributed to the JS Book & Treat Sale!

  The Junior School hosted another fabulously successful Book & Treat Sale last Friday, raising $3642 for the charities they are supporting this year: Leeder Place, Rose of Sharon and The Welcome Table. 

  
  

  Thank you to all those who donated gently used books, created treats to sell, and supported and helped organize this annual event, including our Grade 6 Pathways to People members!

  
  

  Our students started their weekends with big smiles and some new reading material to enjoy! 
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  Auction 2026 Supports our Field of Dreams

  Save the date and get your sports jersey ready! We're thrilled to invite you to the milestone 50th CDS Auction on Friday, May 29th.

   

  This year, the theme is Field of Dreams—a special nod to our ambitious Dream Together Campaign and the future athletic centre it will help build!
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  PA Corner - Save the Date for Pickleball

  The CDS Parent Association had a busy start to the school year. We hosted two pre-owned uniform sales, Grade Parent socials and a Walk through the Back 40, coordinated volunteers and snacks for school concerts and plays, organized two parent tennis days, and so much more. We were so pleased to see so many of you enjoying these activities.
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