Future Students

Future Grade 9 Students:

Students who live in our cachement area are automatically eligible to attend for grade 9. Students who live out of area will need to follow the application process forOut of Area Admissions. Applications open in January 2026.
IGNITE Program: Students who are interested in applying for our Specialized Program in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) will need to submit their application between November 26th and December 12th at noon, 2025. Please see the TDSB Specialized program page for all requirements, timelines and selection process.

Future Grade 10-12 Students:

Grade 10: Specialized Program – IGNITE

Application to our IGNITE program is through the TDSB Specialized Programs process. The application window opens November 26th, 2025 and closes December 12th, 2025 at noon. Please refer to the TDSB Specialized Programs page for all details and timelines. Please speak to your guidance counsellor if you need assistance. Check out our Open House on Thursday, November 6th from 7:00-8:30 p.m.

F.A.S.T. – Facilitated Access to Skilled Trades for grade 9 and 10 students:

Demand is growing for skilled tradespeople. Students can apply to atttend Stephen Leacock CI using the F.A.S.T. application! Grade 9 students can apply by the last day of school in February for September Grade 10 entry while in their Grade 9 year; or Grade 10 students can apply for a semester 2 start by the last day of school in November.

Students must complete the application by the stated deadlines. Students who register at Stephen Leacock using the F.A.S.T. application will join the SHSM program for Hospitality and Tourism or Horticulture and Landscaping in their Grade 11 year. Please see the TDSB F.A.S.T. page for the application link and more program details. Contact the Guidance Department if you have questions.

10-12 Students, Regular Program

Students who live outside the SLCI boundaries must apply to attend using the Out of Area Admission application available on the TDSB site. The deadlines for September 2026 start are January 5 to January 23, 2026 at 4 p.m.

Students who live within the SLCI boundaries may register to attend at the next admission time for the start of Semester 1 or 2. Please contact our Guidance office for help in registering: 416-396-8000, ext. 20040.