Progress

October 2025

  • Launching the Equip to Flourish Campaign, outlining the vision, phases, and fundraising goals.
  • Board approved three independent phases: Addition, Renovation, and Upgrades.
  • Preparation for building permits is underway

September 2025

  • Finalized campaign materials such as Case Statement, gift chart, FAQs, construction and engagement strategies.

July–August 2025

  • Engaged Ed Boelens (Boelens Consulting) to lead the E2F fundraising strategy and campaign preparation.

February–June 2025

  • Partnered with The Dennis Group to complete a Community Assessment Planning Study and gathered broad community feedback (alumni, past and current parents, staff, past Board members) on the E2F renewal project.
  • WCS Board reviewed the final report, which indicated strong support to move plans forward.

December 2024

  • Zoning certificate issued by the City of Toronto.

August 2024

  • Final Architect selected: Barry Bryan Associates for fee of $241,000 plus HST
  • Tasks completed:
    • Receipt of three proposals
    • Proposal Review
    • Interview 3 architects
    • Selection/Acquisition of Architect
    • Payment and First Meeting

Note

  • Construction will begin once 80% of funding for each phase is completed.