"schools"

Representatives from local schools are given the opportunity to address the committee.

A segment where representatives from local schools are invited to speak to the committee.

School representatives shared updates on various school projects, including arts initiatives, a podcast, and a fundraising campaign.

A designated time for representatives from local schools to speak and share updates or concerns with the committee.

A designated time for representatives from local schools to speak and share information with the committee.

A designated time for representatives from local schools to speak and share updates or concerns with the commission.

The council approves the 2026-2036 space planning document from the local school board (CSSPO), which identifies the need for two new schools (one secondary in Aylmer-Hull and one primary in Hull). The council recommends that the school board explore reducing building footprints and sharing spaces.

Representatives from local schools are given the opportunity to speak and share feedback or concerns with the committee.

Members shared updates on activities occurring within their respective schools.

Councillor Marc Bureau has given notice that he intends to propose new regulations to restrict the location of fast-food restaurants in the vicinity of schools. This initiative aims to influence the food environment for students.

Representatives from various secondary schools provided updates on student initiatives, including new leadership courses, school cafes, library renovations, and the provision of menstrual hygiene products in men's restrooms.

The City is supporting several local educational institutions (Centre de services scolaire des Draveurs, Collège Saint-Alexandre, Cégep de l'Outaouais) in their applications for provincial funding to improve sports facilities, including gymnasiums, basketball courts, and a multisport synthetic field.

Discussion regarding the upcoming 'La Ville débarque dans ton école' (The City visits your school) outreach tour, which is planned to take place in local schools during February.

The commission discussed the progress of its recruitment campaign on social media. Efforts will be intensified for schools with available seats, and a new 'recruitment alert' Messenger group will be created to improve coordination.

The commission provided an update on the anti-racism and discrimination campaign. School service centers have approved the project, and a guide is currently under review. The campaign will launch in secondary schools in September.

Secondary school representatives shared strategies for recruitment and discussed various school-based projects, including hydroponic greenhouses and environmental initiatives.