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Today is the World Day for African & Afrodescendant Culture, celebrating the many vibrant cultures of the African continent & African Diasporas around the world.
World Day for African and Afrodescendant Culture, January 24.
January 24, 2026 at 2:04 PM
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Today is the International Day of Education, recognizing education as a human right, public good & public responsibility & celebrating the role of education for peace & development. As educators, we are proud to support learning & education for students across Ontario. #OntEd
International Day of Education, January 24.
January 24, 2026 at 1:28 PM
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A provincial network for supportive, engaging learning discussions with colleagues across Ontario. The next meeting for Vice-principal Perspectives is January 27. Register to join us! www.principals.ca/en/professio...
A vice-principal leads a dynamic professional learning session, engaging peers in discussion around data and leadership insights. Part of the Ontario Principals' Council's "Vice-principal Perspectives" series, this session fosters collaboration and growth among educational leaders. #OPCLeadLearn
January 24, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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Webinar - March 4 at 8:00 a.m. or 4:00 p.m. EST
Learn how good documentation practices can proactively help prepare and navigate through potential issues. Join us and the Protective Services Team to explore case studies from real life scenarios. www.principals.ca/en/professio... #OPCLeadLearn"
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January 23, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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Our SOQP is designed to proactively explore dimensions of system leadership that increase the capacity and efficacy of supervisory officers to effect positive change in education. Register by January 23 for Module 2 or 4 online! www.principals.ca/en/professio...
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January 23, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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OPC is now offering the Equitable and Inclusive Schools, Part 1 - Administrator Focus which supports candidates in their journey of learning and applying an anti-oppression lens. Register by February 6, 2026 www.principals.ca/en/professio... #OPCLeadLearn
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January 22, 2026 at 5:05 PM
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As educational leaders, how are we co-creating learning relationships? #OPCLeadLearn
Graphic featuring the book When Mentoring Meets Coaching: Shifting the Stance in Education by Kate Sharpe and Jeanie Nishimura, shown with Ontario Principals’ Council branding. Beside the book cover is a quote that reads: “Currently, mentors are being asked to partner with mentees in a learning relationship that shifts the traditional focus from one of sharing on the part of the mentor to one of focusing on the wants and needs of the mentee through inquiry, reflection and accountability.” The authors’ names appear below the quote, along with the phrase “Innovation in Learning” and the hashtag #OPCLeadLearn.
January 22, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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This seven-session professional learning series is designed for school leaders who recognize that today’s educational challenges require more than incremental change. The first session is on February 5 -https://www.principals.ca/en/professional-learning/leadingschools_series_2025_26.aspx
Promotional banner for a professional learning session titled “Leading Schools in Uncertain Times” featuring Will Richardson. The image shows a blue-toned photo of an educator speaking to a small group on the left and a black-and-white portrait of Will Richardson on the right. Text reads “Professional Learning Series” with the hashtag #OPCLeadLearn and the Ontario Principals’ Council logo at the bottom.
January 21, 2026 at 5:06 PM
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Today is Bell Let's Talk Day. We highlight the importance of conversation and our shared commitment to mental health and well being.
Share your actions using #BellLetsTalk and inspire others to join the movement to create real change.
January 21, 2026 at 1:44 PM
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Join us for our next session happening on January 27. This six-part series will explore the Dreams Delayed Action Plan through the lens of equity and inclusion. This session will feature Michele Hamilton, don't miss out and register today - www.principals.ca/en/professio...
Promotional graphic for the Ontario Principals’ Council’s 2025–26 *From Dreams to Action: Leadership Conversation Series*. The image shows a person sitting at a desk connected virtually to diverse educators across a map of Canada, symbolizing collaboration and shared learning. Text reads: “An ongoing discussion about the Dreams Delayed Action Plan.” The OPC logo and hashtag #OPCLeadLearn appear at the bottom.
January 21, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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Explore Jonathan Haidt's The Anxious Generation and the steps that parents, teachers, schools and others can take to end the epidemic of mental illness and restore a more humane childhood. Starting January 22! For details, visit www.principals.ca/en/professio... #OPCLeadLearn
Book Clubs
Through four 60-minute interactive online meetings, OPC Members will come together to discuss how the concepts in the chosen book can support their practice as a school administrator
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January 20, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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Spring 2026 registration is now available! The PQP is offering hybrid and online delivery options with instructors from participating board partners. Register by January 25 - www.principals.ca/en/professio... #edLeadership #aspiringleaders @OTFFEO @ETFOeducators @OSTFF #OPCLeadLearn
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January 19, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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Today we celebrate the life & legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, the Civil Rights icon whose work to end segregation & racism through nonviolence earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
January 19, 2026 at 2:04 PM
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Today we pay tribute to Raoul Wallenberg, a hero & humanitarian who saved thousands of Hungarian Jewish lives during the Second World War.
Raoul Wallenberg Day, January 17.
January 17, 2026 at 2:05 PM
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In the Creating Inclusive Spaces for Jewish Students course, school leaders will deepen their understanding of Antisemitism and its historical and present day manifestations in society and in spaces of education. Register by February 15 - www.principals.ca/en/professio... #OPCLeadLearn
A promotional graphic titled “Facilitated Learning: Creating Inclusive Spaces for Jewish Students.” On the left are circular photos of diverse adults working on laptops. On the right, the title appears alongside a blue circular arrow icon. At the bottom right is the Ontario Principals’ Council Professional Learning logo.
January 17, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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OPC is now offering the Equitable and Inclusive Schools, Part 1 - Administrator Focus which supports candidates in their journey of learning and applying an anti-oppression lens, skills and leadership practices. Register by February 6, 2026 www.principals.ca/en/professio... #OPCLeadLearn
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January 16, 2026 at 5:05 PM
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Our SOQP is designed to proactively explore dimensions of system leadership that increase the capacity and efficacy of supervisory officers to effect positive change in education. Register by January 23 for Module 2 or 4 online! www.principals.ca/en/professio...
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January 16, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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Our Mentoring Qualification Program (MQP) will teach you the strategies, tools and processes that form the foundations of effective mentoring and coaching. Sign up by January 25 to join us for the Summer session - www.principals.ca/en/professio... #OPCLeadLearn
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January 15, 2026 at 5:02 PM
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As educational leaders, how are we empowering those that we serve? #OPCLeadLearn
A promotional graphic with a teal-to-blue gradient background. On the left, a quote reads, “If you are free, you need to free somebody else. If you have some power, then your job is to empower somebody else.” — Toni Morrison. On the right, a diverse group of smiling adults stands together outdoors, representing inclusion and community. The Innovation in Learning logo appears on the lower left, with the hashtag #OPCLeadLearn and the Ontario Principals’ Council logo on the lower right.
January 14, 2026 at 10:02 PM
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Stop the Hate for Goodness Sake is one of the upcoming Winter titles. Explore how to disrupt discrimination and promote hope, foster healing and inspire joyful learning. Save the dates for this book club starting January 15! For details, visit www.principals.ca/en/professio... #OPCLeadLearn
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January 14, 2026 at 5:06 PM
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Today Orthodox Christians celebrate their New Year, based on the Julian calendar. Happy New Year to those celebrating!
Happy Orthodox New Year.
January 14, 2026 at 2:05 PM
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Michael Blackburn joins Leadership Talks to discuss how through a strengths-based leadership approach we can maximize the potential of our school teams and foster a culture of collaboration. www.principals.ca/en/professio... #OPCLeadLearn
Promotional graphic announcing “Strengths Based Leadership – Leadership Talks.” The image includes the text “Now Available!” and “Conversations with School Leaders,” alongside a circular, abstract illustration made up of multicoloured segments and connected dots, representing collaboration and strengths. The Ontario Principals’ Council logo appears at the bottom.
January 14, 2026 at 1:02 PM
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The Emerging Leader Development Program (ELDP) is offering Module 7 - What are the Legal Duties of a Principal? Register by January 25! #OPCLeadLearn #OTF #ETFO #OSSTF www.principals.ca/en/professio...
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January 14, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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Join the second half of this virtual learning series offered to principals and vice-principals, within the first three years of the role, to explore challenges and opportunities to become more confident. Register by February 19 www.principals.ca/en/professio... #OPCLeadLearn
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January 13, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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Webinar - March 4 at 8:00 a.m. or 4:00 p.m. EST
Learn how good documentation practices can proactively help prepare and navigate through potential issues. Join us and the Protective Services Team to explore case studies from real life scenarios. www.principals.ca/en/professio... #OPCLeadLearn
A person takes notes while viewing a professional learning webpage on a laptop. The screen shows icons and text related to educational leadership resources. The image includes the Ontario Principals’ Council logo with the text “25 Years” and the hashtag #OPCLeadLearn along the bottom.
January 13, 2026 at 12:00 AM