Post Secondary

2023 HWCDSB Pathways Night

On Thursday, November 2, 2023, the Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board is hosting Pathways Night, an annual event for all students in Grades 8-12+, and their parents. This year's event will take place in-person from 5:30pm - 8:00pm at LiUNA Station, 360 James Street North in Hamilton, Ontario.

Pathways Night provides an opportunity for students to explore pathways to post-secondary education, employment and community living, and to discover school and local programming/supports to assist them on their journey through secondary school and beyond.

This year's event features over 50 exhibits from colleges, universities, unions, local employers, community organizations, and HWCDSB programs. Attendees will be provided with takeaway items and have the opportunity to win door prizes.

Although registration to attend is not mandatory, it is highly encouraged. Students who register prior to attending Pathways Night will be entered into a draw to win a door prize. Prizes will be distributed at the event.

Please access the following link to complete the registration form: PATHWAYS NIGHT 2023

FALL 2023 - University Events

Ontario’s universities are excited to host a collection of in-person and virtual events in fall 2023, where students can speak directly with university and student representatives.

These events are free and anyone may attend. Please note the following events and dates and consider posting them on your school website.

Ontario Universities’ Fair (OUF)

October 21-22, 2023, 10 am to 5 pm, daily

Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building

The OUF is one of the largest educational fairs in North America. This event allows you to gather information and chat with representatives from Ontario’s universities one on one.

Note: There are no university presentations at OUF 2023. If students are looking for a similar experience, we encourage them to attend the Information Sessions.

Ontario Universities’ Regional Fairs

Northwestern Ontario: September 25-29
Northeastern Ontario: October 2-5
Ottawa and Eastern Regions: October 30-November 2
Southwestern Ontario: November 6-9
Central Eastern Ontario: November 13-16

Ontario’s university representatives are coming to a city near you as they travel across the province for this year’s Regional Fairs. These events are fair style and offer an opportunity to speak directly with university representatives.

Ontario Universities’ Information Sessions Virtual Events

September 26, 5-7 pm (ET)
November 22, 5-7 pm (ET)

Each virtual event gives students the opportunity to learn about the universities of their choice and ask questions.

Indigenous Students

The Aboriginal Post-Secondary Information Program (APSIP) will participate in the OUF and Information Sessions, offering students the chance to connect with Indigenous recruiters and explore their opportunities.