The Wellington Catholic District School board is comprised of 22 schools, approximately 9000 students and we proudly serve families in eight municipalities within the City of Guelph and Wellington County.
Our budget decisions are guided by strategic priorities, government policies, and community input. The Board continues to prioritize mental health and well-being for students and staff, equity and diversity, language support and assistance for students with diverse needs. We are committed to making strategic investments that maximize the impact on student learning and development while ensuring fiscal responsibility.
This approach allows us to address critical areas such as classroom resources, staff development, and student support services, ensuring all students can succeed.
The Wellington Catholic District School Board must work within policies, legislation and practices, which help to guide the budget process. Ministry legislation, accounting standards and labour agreements inform the budget process externally while Board policy and strategic plan provide internal direction for budget planning.
The Ministry of Education provides direction related to the allocation of funding under the Core Education Funding model and Responsive Education Programs. For other discretionary funds, the Board uses the budgeting process to align spending with the Board’s strategic priorities.
We appreciate your input into the 2025-2026 budget development: https://forms.office.com/r/qFnQWJ6KQY