Waterloo High School Receives $17.8 Million Provincial Investment
Waterloo’s St. David Catholic Secondary School is set to receive a significant boost from a provincial investment of $17.8 million. This funding, announced by Premier Doug Ford’s government and Kitchener-Conestoga MPP Mike Harris, aims to expand the school and enhance facilities for local students.
Details of the Investment
The $17.8 million allocation will be used to construct an addition to St. David Catholic Secondary School. This expansion is crucial for accommodating the needs of a growing student population, adding several new classrooms and educational spaces.
Impact on Student Capacity
The expansion is expected to increase the school’s capacity by 414 students, elevating the total attendance from approximately 1,000. The additional spaces will enable the school to offer modern learning environments that are aligned with the demands of contemporary education.
Community Support
Waterloo Mayor Dorothy McCabe emphasized the importance of this investment for the local community. She stated, “As families continue to choose Waterloo as their home, creating space for every student to learn, grow, and thrive is essential.”
Broader Provincial Commitment
The funding for St. David is part of a larger initiative where the province is investing $23 billion over the next decade. This investment aims to support new school construction and renovations across Ontario.
- Investment amount: $17.8 million
- Expected increase in capacity: 414 students
- Total school population after expansion: approximately 1,414
- Provincial investment over the next decade: $23 billion
This strategic funding showcases the government’s dedication to improving educational infrastructure in Ontario, ensuring that communities, like Waterloo, can build a robust future-ready educational system.
