Sir John A. Macdonald Collegiate maintains a tradition of excellence. The school's high expectations for its students are supported by a highly dedicated staff. Students experience a learning environment where academics, athletic & artistic excellence, and student safety are priorities. Numerous co-curricular opportunities allow students to become involved beyond the classroom, and to enrich their secondary school life. Student's can participate in the arts, athletics, clubs, and community service. Leadership is emphasized and developed through many opportunities. Staff and students take great pride in the school and work together to create a learning environment that is safe, nurturing, positive, and respectful.
Interesting Feature
- Positive school climate with a strong school spirit fostering academic excellence and achievement in a non-semestered setting.
- Enriched classes in the Medallion Program in English, Mathematics, and Science.
- Award-winning music program. Championship teams and extensive co-curricular program.
- Mac-in-Action student-led volunteer program. Winner of the City of Toronto Volunteer of the Year Award and awarded the Ontario Junior Citizens of the Year Award by the Ontario Community Newspapers Association.
- ECO Gold Certified
Student Life - Where You Belong
Students enjoy a full complement of extra-curricular activities at MAC. Whether they participate on one of our many athletic teams, hone their leadership skills as a member of one of our councils or socialize in various clubs, our students develop a sense of pride and belonging to the school community. Macdonald boasts a strong athletic program that engages students at all fitness levels. Lunchtime intramurals foster the spirit of teamwork and fair play in a non-competitive environment, while our top athletes have lead our Blackscots to city or provincial championships in many sports. Also central to student life at Mac is the growing number of student leaders and opportunities for students to demonstrate their commitment to community service and social justice. Mac In Action, our student-led council which promotes volunteerism, has been at the forefront of this movement for over a decade. Our Macdonald Environmental Action Council, whose members promote awareness of environmental issues and inspire students take action locally and globally. Also, our Student Activity Council who make school spirit and student engagement their top priority!
What Sets Us Apart
- Advanced Placement in Calculus provides an added challenge for students
- Dual Credit Program offers student the opportunity to experience post-secondary life and earn college credits
- Named an ECO GOLD certified school
- Strong Guidance, Special Education and Student Success programs
- Caring school environment with support for students through peer led groups like Girls Empowered Mentorship Series (GEMS), Boys to Men, and Mac Buddies who support our Autism program.
Parent and Community Engagement
At Sir John A Macdonald, we are proud of our history of Parent and Community Engagement. Macdonald has a strong school council that meets throughout the year to discuss issues relevant to our student’s success and well-being. Macdonald proudly hosts Parent Academies, for our parents and other community members, a number of times through the year. Topics include Transition, Pathways, Mental Health, and Opportunities for Students, and are presented in various formats.
