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Our bee colony is prepping for winter! Beekeeper Jamie stopped by our on-campus hive to check their health & refill their syrup feeder. She even found a wasp nesting in our insect home. Nature always finds a way!

A macro photo showing a small cluster of honeybees resting close together on a light-colored wooden beehive board. The textured wood surface is covered in fine yellow propolis and pollen residue. In the top background, a few additional bees walk across the frame.

A close-up shot looking through a clear protective window of a wooden insect house. Vertical wooden grooves inside are filled with fine grass fibers and plant material creating cozy nesting cavities. At the top of the frame, bamboo tubes are visible as additional habitat structure.

A close-up, low-angle shot of a wooden beehive box showing several honeybees lined up and crawling along the narrow bottom entry slot. The natural light highlights the details of the bees' wings, legs, and striped bodies against the light brown wood.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 20h

Reunion Weekend 2026 was a huge success! Our Old Girls/Alums gathered to celebrate major milestones—from a luncheon and Boarder dinner to a pickleball tournament and cocktail reception. Check out @havergal.og.alums on Instagram for event photos!

A group photo of eleven women standing in two rows on a carpeted stage during a Havergal College reunion event. The women are dressed in smart casual and formal attire, including floral dresses, blouses, and blazers. In the background, illuminated marquee letters spell out "HC" alongside a projection screen showing the Havergal Reunion emblem and class year names.

Interior view of a hall during the Former Boarders Dinner. An audience is seated in the foreground facing a stage flanked by red curtains and Canadian flags. On stage, a speaker stands at a podium next to illuminated marquee lights spelling "HC" with a heart. A large overhead screen projects a photo from the 2016 Graduation showing four smiling graduates in white caps and gowns holding yellow flower bouquets.

Eight women dressed in athletic wear, visors, hats, and colorful leis pose on an outdoor pickleball court on a sunny day. Six stand and two kneel in front of a banner hung on the chain-link fence reading "Havergal Old Girls Association Pickleball Classic." Each participant holds a colorful pickleball paddle.

A group of approximately twenty young women stand gathered together on a parquet wooden floor at an indoor cocktail event. They are dressed in smart casual attire and many hold glasses of white wine or champagne while posing for the photo. Large arched windows bring light into the hall behind them.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 07/10/2026

We were thrilled to welcome advisor Eric Hudson back to Havergal for a day of AI conversations with our students, faculty & parents! From exploring agentic AI to family strategies at our Parents as Partners evening, thank you to everyone who joined!

A woman wearing a bright green blazer and two men in professional attire stand outdoors posing together in front of arched wooden and glass entrance doors of a stone building. To the left, vibrant yellow and red flowers bloom in a large planter beside ivy-covered stone walls.

A speaker stands at a wooden podium bearing the Havergal College crest, addressing an auditorium full of seated students. On stage, two panelists sit at a table beside the speaker, while a large projection screen shows an AI illustration with the slide heading "What does it mean to be human in an AI world?" A Canadian flag hangs to the right of the stage.

Eric Hudson stands in front of a digital display board presenting to a group of students wearing school uniforms sitting at tables. The presentation slide shows two light green text boxes asking, "When do you intentionally not use AI, even though you could?" and "What kind of use do you see around you? What excites you? Worries you?" A lush, living plant wall filled with green foliage serves as the background behind the presenter.

Speaker Eric Hudson stands at a dark lectern on a dimly lit stage with black curtain backdrops, addressing an audience. To his left, a large projection screen displays a slide titled "Raising Thoughtful AI Users" above "Havergal College, October 2026". The slide features an illustration of a student looking into a locker decorated with various items.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 06/10/2026

Gr. 1 students welcomed legendary former teacher & volunteer Brenda Robson for an art history lesson on the stained-glass windows in Havergal’s chapel! Inspired by design, light & storytelling, students will now create their own glass art. Thank you, Ms. Robson!

Grade 1 students sit on the carpeted floor with their backs to the camera, looking toward Rev Ruch in a blue dress and guest Brenda Robson. The Rev stands pointing to an open stained-glass display box on the wall as Brenda Robson stands nearby listening, with the chapel altar and wooden chairs visible in the background.

A large group photo inside Havergal College's chapel area. A group of young Grade 1 students in green and white school uniforms sit cross-legged on the carpeted floor in the foreground. Behind them, guest Brenda Robson sits in an armchair holding a tote bag alongside teachers, one holding flowers. In the background is an arched wooden stained-glass window frame depicting floral and musical designs.

A Grade 1 student stands next to guest Brenda Robson, pointing up at a section of an arched stained-glass display on the chapel wall. In the foreground, a group of young students sit on the carpeted floor with their backs to the camera, watching the demonstration.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 05/10/2026

8 of our students got an inside look at banking during TD Securities’ “Day in the Life” event downtown! They explored TD headquarters, saw trading simulations, and connected with alum Sophie (Class of 2020) for life & career advice. Thanks to everyone for an informative morning!

Eight high school students stand side-by-side in a single row, posing for a group picture during a corporate visit. They are dressed in business casual clothes—including blazers, trousers, and sweaters—and pose in front of a large, bright green acoustic panel wall with vertical slats.

A group of high school students sitting around a round table in a modern corporate conference room during a TD Securities event. They are engaged in conversation with speakers and mentors, with a presentation screen visible in the background displaying "Chew & Chat"

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 02/10/2026

Our Upper School students are in Sydney, Australia, for the 2026 Round Square International Conference! Joining 1,200 students worldwide, they’re exploring culture, service, and leadership while making lifelong connections. Thank you to Round Square for this opportunity!

A group of eleven people—eight students in school uniforms and three adults—stand in a row posing for a photo. The students wear green blazers, dark green skirts, white collared shirts, striped ties, and lanyards. In the background, a large digital screen shows the Barker College and Round Square International Conference 2026 branding above a dark backdrop.

A young woman with long dark hair kneels on the floor indoors, painting details onto a large cream-colored canvas spread out on tiled ground. She holds a paintbrush over red paint next to painted international flags, including South Korea, Brazil, and Pakistan. The rest of the banner features rows of handprints painted in a vibrant gradient of red, orange, yellow, green, and purple.

Two female students stand outdoors under a white tent canopy, participating in a clothing service project. They wear red short-sleeved shirts embroidered with "Barker," lanyards, and white protective gloves. A large pile of assorted garments sits on the table in front of them, along with empty clothes hangers. The student on the right holds up a grey shirt on a black hanger, while the student on the left looks down at the clothing pile.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 01/10/2026

October is Islamic Heritage Month in Canada, highlighting the histories, cultures, and contributions of Muslim communities. We look forward to learning and celebrating together this month, including Junior and Upper School Prayers led by our Muslim Students Affinity Group.

Two ornate metal lanterns emit a warm light in the foreground. In the background, a soft twilight sky displays a bright crescent moon surrounded by faint stars, with the dark silhouettes of a dome and tall mosque minarets visible against the horizon.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 30/09/2026

A busy first month of Junior School Prayers! Students reflected on courage with Dr. Samson, learned about the Terry Fox Run & our Community Partners, and celebrated Jewish High Holidays. We marked Orange Shirt Day and welcomed Water Guardian Taylor Gavin and her travelling sturgeon!

View from behind a large assembly of students seated on a school gymnasium floor facing a podium. A speaker stands at the wooden podium with a Canadian flag to the left and a cross to the right. A large projection screen above displays "COURAGE" in soft pastel tones, flanked by various flags hung along the wall.

Ten Junior School students wearing white shirts and dark green school uniforms stand together in a line on a gymnasium court with three adult staff members. Behind them, a large screen displays the title "JS Prayers: The Legacy of Terry Fox - Wednesday, September 16, 2026", flanked by a Canadian flag and various banner flags on the wall.

A female speaker with glasses wearing a dark pattern top and clerical collar speaks into a microphone at a wooden podium during an assembly. On a small stand attached to the podium sits a round challah bread along with red and green apples. In the foreground, students are seated and listening, including one student holding notes.

View from the back of a large gymnasium filled with seated students wearing bright orange shirts. At the front, speaker Taylor Gavin sits on stage next to a table displaying a sturgeon fish model. Above her, a large presentation screen displays the title "STURGEON & OUR WATERS" with an illustration of a fish.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 30/09/2026

Today is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation & Orange Shirt Day. Students & staff across the Junior & Upper Schools engaged in meaningful reflection, programming, Prayers & interactive art installations. Today our community wore orange & welcomed Indigenous scholar Taylor Gavin.

An Indigenous presenter wearing a yellow ribbon shirt, dark pants, and leather boots speaks to a group of Havergal students sitting on the floor. Behind him, wooden bleachers and stairs serve as the backdrop, with a carved turtle sculpture resting on a red blanket nearby.

An Indigenous speaker with glasses and dark hair speaks into a microphone while seated at the front of an auditorium. Next to her on a white table sits a detailed model of a sturgeon fish. In the foreground, an audience of young students wearing bright orange shirts listens to the presentation.

View from behind a large group of students wearing green school uniforms standing in a gathering on a grassy lawn outside ivy-covered school buildings. A facilitator wearing a patterned skirt and a vest with Indigenous artwork stands among them. In the foreground, a picnic table is set up with ceremonial items, jars, and materials arranged on a red fabric mat.

An indoor mobile-style art display with numerous translucent orange acrylic t-shirt cutouts hanging at varying heights from thin strings attached to birch branches. Students have handwritten personal commitments to reconciliation on the shirts, such as "We will share our knowledge with our family + friends".

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 29/09/2026

Join us Tues, Oct 6 for a Parents as Partners session with strategic advisor Eric Hudson on "Raising Thoughtful AI Users." Learn practical ways to support open, non-judgmental conversations about AI with your children. Register via here: bit.ly/4iW08Qe

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 29/09/2026

Upper School Prayers in Sep. kicked off with Dr. Samson welcoming us back & Rev. Ruch exploring community reflection. We celebrated the Jewish High Holidays, highlighted Community Partnerships, shared Round Square trip stories & honored the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation.

A group photo of eleven students and two adults gathered on an auditorium stage with wooden flooring. The students wear school uniforms consisting of white blazers, dark green ties with diagonal yellow stripes, and green skirts or trousers. Five students kneel in the front row, while eight people stand in the back row. A large projection screen behind them shows a photo of a stone building and reads "Havergal College - US Principal Prayers - September 10, 2026."

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 28/09/2026

Last Friday, our U20 Soccer team faced Bishop Strachan School under the lights on Ratcliffe Field for Friday Night Lights! Fans brought the green and gold and cheered on the Gators throughout the match. Congratulations to Bishop Strachan School on this year’s win!

A rear-view shot of a girls' soccer team wrapped in a tight huddle on the pitch, wearing matching green and yellow jerseys and socks.

Four smiling students stand on the lawn holding bright yellow posters with playful spirit messages to cheer on their team, surrounded by crowd members seated on the grass.

High-energy action on the field as players in green-and-yellow uniforms battle opponents in black uniforms for control of the soccer ball.

A cheer under evening stadium lights, featuring students in yellow t-shirts and white skirts performing with metallic green pom-poms.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 28/09/2026

We enjoyed a sunny fall afternoon for Celebration Day last Friday! Students, families, faculty, staff, Old Girls/Alums and community members came together for games, snacks, art and shopping in support of our Community Partners. Thank you to everyone who joined us!

Havergal College Principal Dr. Katrina Samson speaks into a microphone from the centre of an outdoor wooden gazebo. A large group of students in green and yellow spirit wear gathers behind her, while parents and other spectators watch from the lawn.

A line of eight smiling high school students posing arm-in-arm outdoors. They are wearing vibrant school spirit gear, including yellow t-shirts, green plaid trousers, painted face stripes, and yellow-and-green tie-dye accessories.

Seven women stand together behind a outdoor information table covered in a white tablecloth. A green banner draped across the front reads "HCPA - Havergal College Parent Association," with school merchandise neatly laid out on display.

A man and a woman smile directly at the camera as they lean back and pull hard on a thick red-and-white tug-of-war rope on a grassy field, surrounded by cheering students and adults in green clothing.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 24/09/2026

We welcomed 60+ universities to campus this week for our International University Fair, hosted by our incredible Guidance Department. Students explored programs, learned about campus life and connected with reps. Thanks to everyone who helped our students discover what's next!

Two smiling women wearing glasses stand behind an informational display table for Bocconi University indoors. The table features an open laptop showing university statistics, brochures titled "Bachelor Programs," a framed poster outlining university rankings, business cards, and a small Italian flag on a stand.

A university representative gestures while speaking to two students standing in front of his booth at an indoor educational fair. The table is covered with brochures, a green University of Leeds pennant, and a vertical banner for the University of Central Lancashire showing a map of the UK. Additional students wait nearby in line.

A representative wearing a white jacket speaks with a student styled with a pink hair scrunchie across a blue information table at a university fair. On the table sits a small flag of Switzerland, a laptop displaying a QR code, and brochures featuring the phrase "Be world ready." Other representatives and attendees converse nearby in a hall with tall stained-glass windows.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 24/09/2026

We held Community Fest earlier this week to showcase the variety of clubs, Community Partnerships, affinity groups & alliances available for students this year. These co-curricular experiences allow students to explore their interests, give back, connect with peers & learn something new!

Two students wearing white Havergal College hooded sweatshirts smile at the camera while standing at a table inside a hall. Between them is a white tri-fold display board titled "Water First" with text, photos, and butterfly graphics about drinking water and environmental water issues. Candies and a light blue balloon are set out on the table in front of the board.

A student wearing a dark jacket leans over a table to carefully play the classic Operation board game using tweezers. Behind the game, a brightly colored tri-fold presentation board displays the title "PRE-MED" in blue lettering alongside information about the club. Another student wearing a white Havergal College hoodie smiles as she watches.

A student wearing a white Havergal College hoodie speaks and gestures with her hand while talking to other students across a presentation table. On the table sits a pink tri-fold display board titled "FEMINIST ALLIANCE" alongside snacks, candy, and informational handouts. The background shows a bustling hall packed with other students and display booths.

High-angle view of a large, brightly lit hall with tall windows, crowded with students wearing school uniforms and hoodies. Rows of tables with tri-fold display boards are set up throughout the room as students walk around, chat, and learn about different clubs and groups.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 23/09/2026

At our Board of Governors AGM last night, we officially welcomed Kate Horton (’94), CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada, as the new Chair of the Board of Governors! Sincere thanks to outgoing Chair Jill Fraser (’87) for her dedicated leadership; she remains on the Board as Past Chair.

Portrait of Kate Horton smiling directly at the camera outdoors. She has shoulder-length brown hair, wears black-rimmed eyeglasses, small gold hoop earrings, and a delicate necklace. She is dressed in a vibrant magenta v-neck top under an open black leather jacket, paired with white pants. The background features a green lawn, hedges, and an ivy-covered stone building.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 23/09/2026

Celebration Day and Friday Night Lights happens this Friday, Sep. 25! Come join us to support our Community Partners and cheer on our Gators!

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 22/09/2026

Silent campus, loud skies. Last week's breathtaking golden-hour sunrise and rainbow lit up our campus before the school day even started. It was a cheerful way to start the day! Now that fall is officially here, we're looking forward to more autumn beauty on our 22-acre campus.

A historic, gothic-style stone university building with dark stone walls, arched windows, and a castle-like turret under a dramatic morning sky. The sky is filled with vivid pink, purple, and bright orange clouds from the sunrise. In the foreground, green trees, decorative planter boxes with red foliage, and a dark metal fence frame the campus walkway.

A dramatic sunrise sky shifting from deep vibrant orange at the horizon to soft pink and purple above. Silhouette of a large deciduous tree and several evergreen trees frame the colorful sky. In the foreground along the lawn, event feather banners are visible—including a white banner that says "WELCOME" and a yellow banner reading "EST. 1894"—along with a small campus open house sign and a long building softly lit in the background.

A scenic early morning view of the Havergal College campus under a dramatic sunrise sky glowing in shades of bright pink, purple, and orange. In the foreground, a dark directional sign stands on a green lawn with white text indicating campus locations like Upper School Main Entrance and Athletic Centre. In the background, a large green sports field with soccer goals is framed by dark silhouettes of trees and overhead leafy branches.

A vibrant rainbow spans across a pale pink and purple dawn sky above a grassy sports field hill. In the immediate foreground on the left, the white netting and frame of a soccer goal are visible up close. In the background at the top of the hill, parked cars and suburban houses are framed by green trees under the early morning light.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 22/09/2026

Our enthusiastic Havergal College Parent Association gathered last week for the first general meeting of the school year! This volunteer organization allows parents to connect, engage & foster community spirit. We’re looking forward to working with our parents as partners this year!

A large group of parent volunteers, dressed in smart-casual attire, pose together outdoors on a paved courtyard next to concrete steps, surrounded by lush green trees and sunlit foliage.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 21/09/2026

Last Friday, our Junior School students, families, faculty and staff came together for the Terry Fox Run! Thank you to everyone who participated and donated in support of cancer research. Together, we can help carry Terry’s Marathon of Hope forward. You can donate here: bit.ly/4jdJZpk

A group of young students and adult supervisors smiling together for a picture on a woodchip playground area. Many are wearing graphic t-shirts and activewear for the Terry Fox Run.

A wide outdoor shot of students and staff running across a vibrant green field during a Terry Fox Run. Tall green trees and a modern school building line the background under a bright, sunny sky.

A group of schoolgirls jogging toward the camera along a grassy field lined with mature trees, actively participating in a Terry Fox Run.

A close-up photograph of four smiling schoolgirls posing outdoors together in dark sports shirts and a green Havergal hoodie during the Terry Fox Run event.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 20/09/2026

Wishing all of our community members observing Yom Kippur a meaningful fast and a peaceful day of reflection.

A person from behind holding a shofar up toward a blue sky with soft white clouds, wearing a white Tallit with blue and gold stripes.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 18/09/2026

This week, our Gr. 7, 9 & 12 students headed to camp! Stepping outside their usual routines allowed them to step up to new challenges, build connections, and strengthen their sense of belonging. It's an important Upper School tradition and a great way to start the school year!

A low-angle view of two students wearing safety helmets and climbing harnesses navigating a tall wooden ladder element on an outdoor aerial ropes course. The students are secured with red safety ropes and carabiners as they climb toward a high wooden platform attached to a tall pine tree in a lush, green forest.

A nighttime view of a large group of Grade 9 students sitting in a wide circle around a roaring campfire outdoors. Bright orange flames and glowing sparks rise into the dark air, illuminating the crowd gathered around the stone-lined fire pit in the middle of a forest clearing.

Five students stand lined up outdoors on a dirt path in front of a dense, green forest during camp activities. Each student is holding a large recurve bow, drawing back an arrow and aiming toward a target off-camera. Quivers holding extra colorful arrows rest on the ground beside them.

Three students wearing life jackets sit inside a green canoe near a wooden dock on a calm lake, surrounded by a dense evergreen forest. The student in the front wears a red life jacket and holds a paddle, the middle student gives a peace sign to the camera, and the student in the back wears a dark rain jacket as they paddle across the water.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 18/09/2026

One week to go! Join us next Fri, Sep. 25 for two exciting events: Celebration Day and Friday Night Lights. Come support our Community Partners and cheer on our Gators!

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 17/09/2026

Our Celebration Day Silent Auction is live! Bid on exclusive Havergal experiences & unique items. Closes: Fri, Sep. 25 @ 6 pm. Winners announced @ 6 pm (successful bidders will be contacted). Bid now: app.galabid.com/havergalcoll...

A bustling hall filled with people browsing long tables lined with displays and signage for a silent auction event. Sunlight streams through large arched stained-glass windows onto polished wood floors as attendees look over items, interact, and manage information booths set up in front of a raised stage with a red curtain.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 17/09/2026

Applications for Havergal College are open! Interested in discovering the Havergal difference? Attend an event or contact our Admission team to learn more. Scroll to view key dates, deadlines, events, and contact info. We can’t wait to connect! Visit our Admission Centre: bit.ly/4yINXL5

A group of smiling Havergal College students wearing white blazer uniforms stand outside a stone archway, posing together with welcoming arm gestures. Text overlay at the bottom reads: "APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 'How To' apply to Havergal," accompanied by a yellow right arrow pointing to the next slide.

Graphic titled "DATES & DEADLINES" with a clock icon on a faint background of the school building. Text states that the application portal is now open. Under "For Day Students": Submit application and required materials by December 1, 2026; receive admission decision on February 26, 2027. Under "For Boarding Students": Submit application; rolling decisions (offers made throughout the year).

Graphic titled "EVENTS TO ATTEND" with a calendar icon, encouraging viewers to plan which events to attend. Listed dates include: Group Tours begin October 6, 2026. Open House: Upper School on October 20, 2026, and Junior School on October 22, 2026. Distinctly Havergal on February 2, 2027. Academic Spotlight events & webinars: JK, Grade 1, Grade 5 on November 4, 2026; Grade 7 on November 9, 2026; Grade 9 on November 10, 2026.

Graphic titled "NEED SOME EXTRA GUIDANCE? We are here to help!" featuring an icon of a phone and envelope. Provides contact details: Call Junior School at 416-482-7547 or Upper School at 416-482-4724. Email admissions@havergal.on.ca. Concludes with: "We look forward to connecting with you and your family!"

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 15/09/2026

Considering boarding school for Sept 2027? Experience the Havergal difference! Our Director of Boarding Admission is travelling to Shanghai & Beijing for the CAIS Fairs. Learn about life at our Toronto campus & how we empower young women to excel. Connect with us: admissions@havergal.on.ca

Promotional graphic for Havergal College's trip to China in September 2026, featuring event details for Shanghai and Beijing alongside a photo of the school's stone campus building flying the Canadian flag.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 15/09/2026

The Celebration Day Bazaar is back! Join us Fri, Sep 25 from 3 to 6 pm at for an afternoon of shopping, connection & giving back. Every vendor is a current or past Havergal community member, from students & parents to staff & alum! All proceeds support our Community Partners. See you there!

Event poster for Celebration Day Bazaar 2026 at Havergal College. Friday, September 25, 2026, from 3 pm to 7 pm at Brenda Robson Hall. Featured categories: Clothing, Gifts, Toys, Food, Books, Artisans & Crafters, Jewelry, and Service Offerings.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 14/09/2026

We kicked off the 2026-27 school year by welcoming our Junior and Upper School students back to campus with Orientation Day games, an energetic Opening Day and a Grad Family Breakfast to celebrate our Gr.12 Grads. Here’s to a year filled with joy and incredible milestones ahead!

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 11/09/2026

Today, our Grade 12 students wrapped up their first week back with the Grad Family Breakfast! Grads, families and school leaders gathered to celebrate community and kick off this milestone year at HC.

A large group of students in matching white hoodies and school uniforms pose together on the floor and along a glass-railed staircase in a brightly lit modern atrium with a lush green plant wall in the background.

A smiling student in a white polo and green uniform skirt stands in the center between two adults—a man in a navy blazer and mustard trousers, and a woman in a black top and bright blue wide-leg pants.

A woman in a light blue dress speaks at a wooden podium to a crowd of students and parents seated at long white tables inside a spacious school gymnasium.

Four people stand arm-in-arm smiling at the camera: an adult wearing a purple "Hendry" apron on the left next to three students in school uniform attire.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 11/09/2026

Wishing our community a happy Rosh Hashanah and a sweet, healthy new year. We are looking forward to marking the High Holidays at our Prayers and receptions events this month at both the Junior and Upper Schools. Shana Tova!

Top-down view of a grey ceramic plate on a wooden surface containing traditional Rosh Hashanah foods: red apples, a whole pomegranate, split pomegranate pieces revealing ruby seeds, and a glass heart-shaped bowl filled with golden honey with a wooden dipper resting inside. A loose red apple and a small jar of honey sit next to the plate.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 11/09/2026

Last week was a busy one, full of return-to-campus activity for faculty and staff. From professional development, all-employee meetings, and training, to unpacking, planning, and a BBQ, there was a lot to do. We've been glad to welcome back students this week and look forward to the year ahead!

Dr. Samson speaks to faculty and staff who are standing in the Learning Commons.

Dr. Samson gives a presentation to faculty and staff in the dining room.

Faculty and staff mingle in Temerty Commons.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 10/09/2026

Mark your calendars—we're officially 2 weeks away from Friday Night Lights! On Sep. 25 at 6:30 pm, Ratcliffe Field will be glowing as our U20 Soccer team takes on BSS in the hottest matchup of the fall. We can't wait to bring our community together for a night of sport, leadership, and Gator pride.

The Havergal U20 Soccer team plays an evening match on Ratcliffe Field.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 10/09/2026

It was a wonderful turnout at our recent Boarding Parent Coffee Morning! Parents and HC faculty and staff members gathered to catch up, share stories, and hear directly from our Senior Leadership Team, Director of Boarding, and our HCPA Boarding Liaison. Thanks to everyone who dropped in!

Ms. Koekkoek poses with two Havergal parents in the Ellen Knox Library.

Havergal parents pose together in the Ellen Knox Library.

Ms. Simms-Brown poses with a Havergal parent in the Ellen Knox Library.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 09/09/2026

Today was the first day of school! Welcome back, Upper School students.

Two staff members pose in front of the Upper School while surrounded by Prefects.

An Upper School student poses with her dog at the front of the Upper School.

Two Upper School students pose in front of the Upper School while surrounded by Prefects.

Three Upper School students pose together in front of the Upper School.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 09/09/2026

Welcome back, Junior School students! The Gator greeted families as they arrived this morning.

Ms. White poses with two Junior School Prefects and the Havergator mascot.

Three students and a dog pose with the Havergator mascot.

A Junior School student and their parents pose with the Havergator mascot.

A Junior School student poses with the Havergator mascot.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 08/09/2026

Today was also Orientation Day at the Upper School! We welcomed Grade 7 and new-to-Havergal Grade 8 and Senior School students for orientation and team building activities.

Ms. Koekkoek, Ms. Norberg, and Mr. Nguyen pose together at the front of the Upper School, surrounded by Prefects.

An Upper School student poses with their parents at the Upper School, while surrounded by Prefects.

House Captains pose together at the front of the Upper School.

Grade 7s and new-to-Havergal Grade 8s listen to a presentation in the Brenda Robson Hall.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 08/09/2026

Today is Orientation Day at the Junior School, where we're welcoming new students from Grades 1 to 6 and all of our Kindergarteners!

Ms. White poses with a new student and their mother in front of the Junior School.

A new student poses with their mother in front of the Junior School.

A new Junior Kindergarten student poses with their mother and father in front of the Junior School.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 08/09/2026

The countdown is on to Celebration Day! Join us on Sep. 25 for student-led games, House stalls, the Bazaar, and a silent auction as we raise funds for our Community Partners. Family packages, all-inclusive passes, and general admission wristbands are now available! Get yours today: bit.ly/4xLMx2H

A group of Junior School students wearing green and gold attire pose together beside a sign that reads "JS Games."

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 04/09/2026

#HCAlum, Reunion Weekend is coming up on Sep. 24–26! Don't miss all of the fun-filled activities we have planned, where you can reconnect with former classmates, talk with beloved teachers, and forge new memories. We can't wait to welcome you back to HC! Register today at: reunion.havergal.on.ca

Two Havergal alumni pose beside a sign that reads "Welcome to Havergal Reunion. Forever Connected."

Two Havergal alumni pose beside a sign that reads: "Havergal Old Girls Association Pickleball Classic."

Three Havergal alumni pose together in the Brenda Robson Hall, two of whom are wearing their old school uniforms.

A Havergal alum poses with a teacher in front of an inflatable on the Lower Pitch.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 03/09/2026

Faculty and staff are looking forward to the new school year, and we're looking forward to seeing everyone back on campus next week!

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 03/09/2026

We got creative while you were away. Looking forward to welcome everyone back to campus next week!

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 02/09/2026

As we get ready to welcome new students, we're also preparing for our 2027 admission season. We're thrilled to announce that applications are now open! Ready to join our community? Begin your application and learn more about our upcoming admission events at: www.havergal.on.ca/how-to-apply/

A group of students pose energetically on the stone steps outside a historic, ivy-covered stone building. Most of the students are wearing matching green and yellow patterned onesies with their arms stretched outward, striking fun and cheerful poses.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 02/09/2026

Congrats to Noelle (Gr. 11) on 2 huge achievements! She won the Girls' Singles U18 Outdoor Nationals at Fischer Junior Nationals in Toronto and was shortlisted for the John Locke Institute 2026 Global Essay Prize in the Law category. We wish her luck at the awards ceremony in England in October!

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 01/09/2026

The 2026–27 Arts Council met for the first time as a team today, coming together to have the best year possible! The Council consists of arts faculty, co-curricular instructors, and student arts heads. We look forward to seeing the things they've been planning to celebrate the amazing arts at HC!

Members of the Arts Council pose together in front of Havergal's Upper School.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 31/08/2026

Today we welcomed faculty and staff back to campus! We held our annual all-employee meeting, where Dr. Samson shared her goals for the year and outlined key initiatives for our strategic plan. Our Senior Leadership Team highlighted their top priorities. We also heard from a representative from CAIS.

Faculty and staff pose together in the Learning Commons.

Dr. Samson stands behind a lectern as she delivers a presentation to faculty and staff in the dining room.

Ms. Sims stands behind a lectern as she delivers a presentation to faculty and staff in the dining room.

A representative from CAIS stands behind a lectern as he delivers a presentation to faculty and staff in the dining room.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 28/08/2026

New faculty participated in three days of orientation focused on Havergal's approach to learning, how we support girls' growth and development, and how we build strong, intentional relationships with students that help them thrive. They also engaged in a Strength Deployment workshop. 2/2

Krista Koekkoek and Lindsay Norberg give a presentation to new faculty and staff members in a classroom.

Krista Koekkoek points to a slide projected on a whiteboard while giving a presentation to new faculty and staff members in a classroom.

A new Havergal employee writes on a whiteboard as two colleagues look on.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 28/08/2026

This week, we welcomed new faculty and staff members to Havergal! Our new employees had the opportunity to meet with our Senior Leadership Team, attend orientation sessions, and learn about what makes the Havergal community so special. 1/2

New faculty and staff members pose together in front of the main doors to Havergal's Upper School.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 28/08/2026

This September, we're hosting our 2nd Friday Night Lights, making us the only girls' school in Canada to bring this tradition to life. We’re gearing up for an electric U20 Soccer matchup against Bishop Strachan School. Join us on Sep. 25 at 6:30 pm for an unforgettable evening under the lights!

Members of Havergal's U20 Soccer team high five each other on Ratcliffe Field.

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Havergal College @havergal.on.ca · 27/08/2026

Congrats to Leina in Grade 11 for making her Junior Grand Prix debut last week in Xi’an, China! Competing on the international stage was a milestone in Leina’s skating journey and a wonderful experience. We look forward to seeing what she does next!

A picture of Leina and her partner performing their figure skating routine. Photo shared via: https://www.instagram.com/isufigureskating/

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