Since 1892, Harbord Collegiate Institute has had a long tradition of academic excellence and a faculty committed to equity, achievement and well-being. The school has a current enrollment of 1000+ students and a staff of over 70. Harbord offers many university and college preparation courses leading to a wide range of post secondary destinations. Our focus on social justice, equity and the environment sets the framework for a dynamic education. Staff and students work together to promote a safe and nurturing environment.
Harbord Club
The school is fortunate in having the Harbord Club, which is a strong alumni body, providing a link to the school for many graduates and former staff members. The club is very supportive of school activities and funds a large number of scholarships and awards for students.
Interesting Feature
Law in Action Within Schools (LAWS) Programme
Specialist High Skills Major - Non-Profit Offers students employable certifications, training, and reach ahead opportunities in the non-profit sector
International Languages School: French, Portuguese, and Spanish courses as well as Extended and Immersion French programmes
English as a Second Language (ESL) Programme
More Information about Harbord Collegiate Institute
Extended and French Immersion Programmes
In French Immersion, students will receive their certificate if they complete 10 courses in French and an Honours certificate for 11 courses. In Extended French, students will be awarded their certificate if they complete 7 courses and an Honours certificate for 8 courses. Exchange programmes allow students to further immerse themselves in the French language and culture.
Facilities
We have excellent technology and a state of the art multi-functional learning commons with comprehensive online references. Our swimming pool is one of the best in the city. Double and single gyms and a weight room encourage our students to stay fit. Visit our auditorium or our museum and you will feel the history and tradition that are so much a part of Harbord.
Special Education Programme
Our special education teachers and educational assistants work collaboratively with other teachers to assist students to develop effective learning strategies. They emphasize student self-advocacy so students can be a bigger part of their own success stories. Students also acquire high-level study skills.
LAWS: Law in Action Within Schools
A partnership with the Faculties of Law at U of T and York, students apply for the LAWS programme in grade 9 and receive an enriched curriculum infused with law and social justice themes for the next three years. Prominent speakers, job shadowing, mentoring, tutoring and a summer job programme enhance students’ understanding of their rights and responsibilities.
Additional Features
- Co-operative Education Programme
- Tutoring Programmes
- Gender Equity and Rights
- Active Queer/Gay-Straight Alliance
- Social Justice Initiatives
- Full Range of Clubs & Sports Teams
- Cycling & Sustainability
- Platinum Certified Eco-School
Student Life - Where You Belong
We have great school spirit and offer a large number of student-run clubs, including the Athletic Association, Students Leading Initiative for Change, Creative Arts Council, Robotics, Eco-team, Debating, Student Activity Council, Super Council, and cultural clubs. The KEY Club is involved in numerous volunteer opportunities, giving well over 2,000 hours of community service annually. Harbord supports equity and inclusion through curricular and cross-curricular activities, including Aboriginal Education Month, Lunar New Year, and African, Asian, Portuguese, and Spanish Heritage Months. Our music programme includes band, strings and vocal classes as well as co-curricular activities. Our dynamic visual arts programme incorporates mediums from print and digital to paint and ceramics. Students in the Arts programme actively participate in a variety of events, performances and competitions. Our full range of sports teams include cross-country running, basketball, baseball, softball, hockey, field hockey, rugby, wrestling, soccer, swimming, volleyball, ultimate Frisbee and tennis. An active intramurals programme ensures there are athletic opportunities for all.
What Sets Us Apart
Our graduates have excelled in many fields and have gained international attention in areas including medicine, law, business and the performing arts. Alumni formed the Harbord Club, and through their generosity, offer over 50 awards to our students that recognize academic, athletic and extracurricular excellence. The majority of our students are accepted into their programme of choice at universities and colleges across Ontario. A significant number of our graduates are Ontario Scholars and are frequently offered entrance scholarships to post secondary destinations. Communication is key at our school. Our teachers and administration believe in strong communication between home and school. We welcome parent/guardian participation in our school council and we enjoy a positive relationship with our community.
Parent and Community Engagement
Our School Council holds regular meetings throughout the year and is always welcoming new parents and guardians to take an active role in their student's education. We communicate with our parents and guardians through Curriculum Night, School Newsletters, Emails, Parent/Guardian-Teacher Conferences, Grade 8 Information Night, Postsecondary Information Night and Course Selection Information Night.
Imagine a TDSB where all schools share a common core set of characteristics. They are community-driven and focused on teaching and learning. Students and parents have a wide variety of opportunities and there are enough students in every school to increase program choices.
Imagine there is a clear focus on achieving student success and every student is engaged, has a voice, access to a caring adult and the opportunity to develop their full potential. Here at the TDSB our focus is on student achievement, parent and community engagement and financial stability.
