Year: 2026

PANCAKE TUESDAY at SJN

It’s that time of year again.

Pancake Tuesday is just days away!  Students and Staff are excited to share a pancake treat at school.

A special thank you to our Catholic School Council and all of our volunteers who have organized and will be offering the pancakes to our students and staff.

 

Duane Gibson Visits SJN

St. Justin Martyr welcomed Duane “D.O.” Gibson to our school today, Thursday, February 12th, 2026. Duane is a Canadian rapper, author, and motivational speaker known for using hip-hop to empower youth, focusing on themes of anti-bullying, resilience, and dreaming big. As a Guinness World Record-setting artist, he delivers a “Stay Driven” message to schools, encouraging students to overcome adversity and “defy the ... Continue reading "Duane Gibson Visits SJN"

The YCDSB Responds to the Minister of Education

On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the Board of Trustees and the Senior Team held a Special Board Meeting to share information about their response to the Minister of Education regarding his financial and governance questions of the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB).

At the Special Board Meeting, YCDSB trustees and staff explained that we are on

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Honouring Black Heritage Month: Celebrating Faith, Excellence and Community

February is Black Heritage Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the rich histories, contributions and achievements of Black communities in Canada and around the world. This month invites us to honour Black excellence, resilience, leadership, and creativity, while reflecting on the ongoing journey toward equity, inclusion and belonging.

In our Catholic school communities, Black Heritage Month is an opportunity

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VIVE LE CARNAVAL at SJN

Thank you to our SJN FSL Team – Madame Ortiz, Madame Majdalani, Monsieur Nazar and Madame Pardatscher for une semaine formidable! Vive Le Carnaval. What a fun week planned at SJN. The students and staff enjoyed the theme days, the crafts, the treats and the ventriloquist. Oh what fun at SJN. MERCI!