Post-Secondary Planning
Attention Grades 12’s applying to University/College!!!
Once you have applied, ensure that you are regularly logging in to checking your OCAS and OUAC accounts to verify that YOUR profile, course information, and marks are ACCURATE. If you notice any errors, it is YOUR responsibility to report them to GUIDANCE immediately to ensure your application to University or College will be processed.
Important Documents Regarding Applications – new info to be posted once available
- Grade 12 Planner & Checklist – This is a checklist to help with dates and ‘To-Do’s’ for grade 12. Lots of great information and resources found here!
- Grade-12 presentation 2026– This presentation reviews the basics and provides resources to post secondary pathways, scholarships and graduation requirements.
- Post Secondary Research Chart– Use this Handy CHART to research and compare schools!
- Research schools and programs & make choices for application
- Fees should be paid at the time of application
- University application deadline – January 16, 2026 https://www.ouac.on.ca/ University Fee – $156 (additional choices-$50 each)
- College application deadline – February 1, 2026 https://www.ontariocolleges.ca/en/ College Fee – $150 – subject to change
Applying to University or College
Students who are interested in applying to University or College for next September should do the following…
- Make sure you will complete diploma requirements by June
- For university programs – check for prerequisites, will have six 4U/4M courses
- Be prepared to apply to post-secondary before Christmas holiday
- Submit an up-to-date “Scholarship Profile” to Ms. Susi to be considered for school sponsored awards/scholarships found on the Awards & Scholarships Page.
- Check university admission requirements for program prerequisites at www.ouac.on.ca
- Compare universities and programs at Ontario Universities Info website
- University Comprehensive Guide Comprehensive University Guide
- How to submit an OSAP application, How to submit an OSAP application – YouTube.
- HOPE – Mentorship Workshops on University Applications: University Panel, How to Study for Tests, Supplementary applications! Sign up here (NOVEMBER) HOPE Workshops High School Poster
ONTARIO COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES
1) Ontario Universities’ Fair (OUF):
Ontario Universities’ Fair (OUF)
Date: September 27 and 28th 2025
Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Regional Fairs are hosted as well. Please see link! The OUF gathers Ontario’s universities in one place and it’s free!
Ontario Universities’ Events (ouevents.ca)
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2) Ontario College Fair
- October 16th, and 17th 2025 (CANCELLED) – The College fair is cancelled this year due to the Strike. Please visit college websites for additional information.
Ontario College Fair – The one-stop event for all your college information needs
For information and updates on Ontario Colleges and Universities:
- Ontario Universities’ Application Centre https://www.ouac.on.ca/
- University INFO Newsletter Ontario Universities Info
- Ontario College Application Services https://www.ontariocolleges.ca/
Regional Fairs Schedule:
- Northwestern Ontario: September 15-19
- Northeastern Ontario: September 15-19
- Central Eastern Ontario: September 22-25
- Ottawa and Eastern Regions: October 6-9
- Southwestern Ontario: October 14-17
The last Ontario Universities’ Information Sessions virtual event is Monday, November 10, from 5 to 7 pm (ET).
The event is divided into 4 half-hour sessions where students can choose which university sessions they want to attend. Some universities will offer sessions in French.
Students must sign up to access the event website. For privacy reasons, do not sign up for the virtual Information Sessions on behalf of your students.
Helpful Links
- Event schedule for November 10
- Information Sessions website
- Resources to promote the event, including graphics and sample social media posts
Thank you for promoting the virtual Information Sessions! If you have any questions, email: [email protected].
Post Secondary Research Chart
Liaison /Recruitment meetings 2025-2026
(Please note; college visits may be paused due to strike)
University of Ottawa: September 11th – 11:30AM – 12:30 PM – Atrium
Kings College (UWO): September 22nd – 11:30AM – 12:30 PM – Atrium
Fanshawe College: September 25th – 11:30AM – 12:30 PM – Atrium – cancelled due to strike
TMU (Toronto Metropolitan University: September 29th 11:30 – 12:30 – Atrium
Brock University: September 30th – 11:30AM – 12:30 PM – Atrium
McMaster University: October 2nd – 12:00 – 1:15 PM – Atrium
Georgian College: October 21st – 11:30AM – 12:30 PM – Atrium
University of Guelph: October 30th – 11:30AM – 12:30 PM – Atrium
University of Waterloo: November 3rd – 11:30AM – 12:30 PM – Atrium
University of Windsor: November 7th 11:30AM – 12:30 PM – Atrium
Lakehead University: November 10th 11:30AM – 12:30 AM – Atrium
Mohawk College: November 12th – 11:30AM – 12:30 PM – Atrium
Fanshawe College: November 13th 11:30AM – 12:30 AM – Atrium
Western University: November 14th – 11:30AM – 12:30 PM – Atrium
Conestoga College: November 18th – 11:30AM – 12:30 PM Atrium
University of Niagara Falls – November 19th – 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Atrium
Guelph -Humber: November 20th – 11:30AM – 12:30 PM – Atrium