Community Involvement Program
As stated in Ontario Secondary Schools, Grades 9 to 12: Program and
Diploma Requirements, every student must complete a minimum of 40
hours of community involvement activities as part of the requirements
for an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).
The purpose of the community involvement requirement is to
encourage students to develop awareness and understanding of civic
responsibility and of the role they can play and the contributions they
can make in supporting and strengthening their communities.
To assist students, parents and sponsors with this requirement, the Upper Grand District School
Board has compiled information and links on this site - simply click on the links below.
NOTE: Effective July 1, 2011, students are able to start accumulating community
involvement hours in the summer before they enter grade 9.
Volunteer Opportunities
Search for volunteer opportunities and find out more about
the services offered by the Volunteer Centre of
Guelph/Wellington.
Keep a Record
Each student maintains a record of the Community Involvement activity, ensuring that
the Community Involvement Activity Notification and Completion form (PDF) is correct and signed by
a parent/guardian, and the Community Sponsor(s).
Question and Answer
Commonly asked questions about the Community Involvement Program and their answers.
Tips for the CIP
Suggestions to assist students in completing the Community Involvement requirement.
UGDSB Community Involvement Program Brochure
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View the Upper Grand's Community Involvement Information manual (PDF).
Community Involvement Information manual - Printable Booklet Version (PDF)