Our Mission
Inspired by the Gospel, we provide leadership, service and a provincial voice for Catholic School Boards in promoting and protecting Catholic education.
Our Vision
In keeping with our Mission, the Ontario Catholic School Trustees' Association:
Operational Values
- Embodies and promotes the values and traditions of our Catholic faith in all Association activities.
- Respects the principles of democratic and accountable governance.
Political Advocacy
- Protects the constitutional right of the Catholic community to govern, control and manage Catholic schools.
- Promotes education in our province that reflects the Catholic principles of social justice.
- Advocates for government recognition of the distinctive nature of Catholic education.
- Advocates for provincial policy, legislation and funding support that enable Catholic boards to provide quality Catholic education.
- Influences the strategic and political direction of the Ontario government and opposition parties regarding issues that impact Catholic education.
Information & Services
- Provides faith formation and professional development resources and opportunities for its members.
- Provides to member boards information and services that recognize their diverse circumstances and needs.
Communications & Public Relations
- Develops effective structures that enhance communication and working relationships among OCSTA and its member boards.
- Communicates with member Boards and Catholic partners regarding relevant educational issues and OCSTA activities.
- Promotes public understanding of and support for Catholic education.
- Celebrates and highlights Catholic education's significant and continuing contribution to Ontario society.