Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) - Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute

Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute has been educating students for more than 160 years and claims a unique and longstanding heritage as the oldest high school in the city of Guelph. Proud of its traditions and diversity, while continuing to be innovative and engaging, the staff at Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute seeks to support the goals and aspirations of every individual student. GCVI fosters the ability of each student to graduate with the tools to be a good person, a good citizen, a good employee and a lifelong learner.

Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute is proud to be an International Baccalaureate World school. English as a Second Language levels D and E are also available for less intensive needs. 

Why Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute

• Specialist High Skills Major: SHSM programs offer sector-recognized certifications and training that increases the employability skills of students. Participants enrolled in a SHSM program will benefit from a broader range of opportunities by learning through experience, which also increases connections in their chosen sector. Guelph CVI is proud to offer SHSM in Arts & Culture, Business, Construction, Environment, Health & Wellness, Horticulture & Landscaping, Hospitality & Tourism, Manufacturing, Information & Communications Technology, Sports, and Transportation.
• Extracurricular activities: GCVI has a wide variety of clubs, councils, and athletic teams and encourages student participation to enrich their high school experience.