The Ottawa Education Championship Team (OECT) is focused on making sure that our youth are successful at all levels of their education. We want young people to receive the necessary support to graduate from high school and be supported to pursue their post-secondary education, training and employment pathways.
In addition, the team implements and maintains a local community-based model with strong partnerships amongst the Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa, school boards, post-secondary institutions and employment and training agencies. Together we harness our superpowers to help our youth feel supported and confident in each phase of their education and career journey.
Be The Bold
Be the Bold means, the person you are calling is aware of the challenges youth in the extended care of the society face and will help you with future planning without you having to tell them your story.
Education
Continuing your education:
Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est (CECCE) | Jacqueline Hertner | 613-744-2555 x 33229 | hertnj@ecolecatholique.ca | Lead Social Worker |
Conseil des écoles publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario (CEPEO) | Mélissa-Anne Leduc | 613-742-8960 | Melissa-anne.leduc@cepeo.on.ca | Lead Social Worker |
Ottawa Carleton District School Board | Emily Locke | 613-596-8211 x 8131 | Emily.locke@ocdsb.ca | Supervisor of Social Work |
Ottawa Catholic School Board | Sharon Lerher | 613-224-4455 x 2128 | Sharon.lerher@ocsb.ca | Chief Social Worker |
Post-Secondary Studies
You are on the right path by choosing post-secondary education. This is a smart decision that will set you up for success in an increasingly competitive job market and allow you to explore who you are as a person.
Université D’Ottawa | Sonia Cadieux | 613-562-5800 | scadieux@uottawa.ca | Manager, Registrar’s Services |
Carleton University | Andrew Mendes | 613-520-2600 x 1284 | andrewmendes@cunet.carleton.ca | Director of Student Care & Support, Mental Health & Conduct |
La Cité Collegial | Albert Kayumba | 613-742-2483 x 2853 | AKayum@lacitec.on.ca | Agent de liaison/ Recrutement et marketing |
Algonquin College | Martha Marr | 613-304-9225 | marrm@algonquincollege.com | Prog. Mgr. Student Support Services |
- 211 Ottawa: Education
- Operation Come Home: John Bosco Achievement Centre
- Algonquin College: Aspire AC Program
- Inuuqatigiit Centre for Children, Youth and Families
- Tungasuvvingat Inuit
- Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health
How Can You Afford Your Education?
There is access to hundreds of bursaries/scholarships:
- Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) funding – https://www.ontario.ca/page/students-special-circumstances#section-1
- Algonquin College Financial Aid – https://www.algonquincollege.com/financial-aid/
- Carleton University Financial Aid – https://carleton.ca/awards/
- La Cité Collegial Demande d’Aide Financière – https://www.collegelacite.ca/aide-financiere.htm
- University of Ottawa Financial Aid – https://www.uottawa.ca/financial-aid-awards/
- Northern College & The Child Welfare Political Action Committee Canada tuition bursary – contact Christine Bender at benderc@northern.on.ca.
- Student Grants and Bursaries:
- https://yconic.com – Yconic Student Awards
- http://www.scholarshipscanada.com/ – Scholarships Canada
Talk to your worker about bursaries offered by your CAS agency. If you do not have a worker, call CAS Ottawa Intake at (613) 747-7800 and ask to be connected to our Youth in Transitions Worker.
- http://ontarioyouthcan.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Youth-Post-Secondary-Supports-Summary-August-v2-2013.pdf – Education supports from CAS
Apprenticeships
If you are considering apprentice, college or university, there are supports to help you on that journey. Be sure to have all your credits (please speak to your school guidance counselor) regarding school credits.
Mental Health and Well-Being
Staying healthy.
- 211 Ottawa: Mental Health and Wellness
- City of Ottawa: Essential Health and Social Supports Program
- Operation Come Home: Resources: Drop In
- Youth Services Bureau: Mental Health Youth Services
- Distress Centre: https://www.dcottawa.on.ca/24-7-crisis-line/
- Ottawa Food Bank: https://www.ottawafoodbank.ca/
- The Royal Ottawa Hospital: Youth Mental Health
- snapclarity: web-based service
- 1 Call 1 Click
- Rideauwood Addiction and Family Services
- Inuuqatigiit Centre for Children, Youth and Families
- Tungasuvvingat Inuit
- Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health
Liste de ressources en santé mentale pour les francophones:
- Maliste Santé
- Centre Le CAP
- Carrefours bien-être pour les jeunes (Rockland and Cornwall): Youth Wellness Hub
- Take5: http://www.ontarioyouthcan.org/