Our School Science Fair will take place on Friday, May 15, and we are excited to showcase the creativity and hard work of our students! Students from all grade levels have been tasked with creating a 3D science model representing a concept from their course curriculum. Families are warmly invited to join us at 1:00 pm to explore the many innovative and imaginative projects our students have been working on. Following the Science Fair, we will host a Paper Airplane Flying Cont

This week, our Grade 9 and 10 Technology and Skilled Trades students had an incredible opportunity to participate in the first-ever Algonquin College Heritage Academy Trades Camp — a unique hands-on learning experience created especially for Heritage Academy of Learning Excellence students. Throughout the day, students explored a variety of skilled trades while working alongside Algonquin College professors and senior students. In the morning, students learned welding techniq

The halls of Heritage Academy were buzzing last week as our high school students turned into detectives for our AI Cluedo Mystery! This high-energy workshop transformed the classic board game into a school-wide, interactive challenge to solve a high-tech "AI Crime." Student squads raced between timed stations, each focusing on a different pillar of Artificial Intelligence, from mastering prompt engineering to fact-checking for "AI lies." Successfully completing these hands-on

Throughout Earth Week, our students enthusiastically participated in a variety of engaging, hands-on activities organized by our Grade 11 Entrepreneurial Studies class. From a creative no-waste bake sale to a community-wide trash clean-up, students demonstrated teamwork, environmental awareness, and school spirit in meaningful ways. Students in Grades 2–6 enjoyed an exciting Earth Day scavenger hunt at Princess Margriet Park, working together to complete challenges and celebr

We are thrilled to invite all friends and families of Heritage Academy to join us for the third annual Makers Market! This event is an exciting showcase of creativity, entrepreneurship, and community spirit. When: Thursday, May 7th, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Who: Select entrepreneurs from grades 1–12 Where: School gym Entry to the event requires one non-perishable food item or a small cash donation per person. All entry donations will be given to the Ottawa Food Bank.

Students were tasked with designing and building protective structures to keep their eggs safe from a drop off the school’s roof. From creative cushioning systems to carefully engineered shells, it was incredible to see the thought, problem-solving, and hard work that went into each design. The moment of truth came as students watched their creations put to the test, and we are happy to report that most eggs survived their journey! Well done to all of our budding engineers!

As part of their assignment, they designed and created interactive, educational games for our younger students. The activities were engaging, creative, and thoughtfully planned to support learning through play. Our younger students had a fantastic time, while our Grade 12s demonstrated impressive leadership, creativity, and collaboration. Well done to our students for their outstanding work!

This recognition is deeply meaningful to me, and I am truly honoured to be named Principal of the Year in Canada. https://www.educationinsidermagazine.com/cxoinsight/cheryl-ward-nwid-1021.html I share this honour with the entire Heritage Academy community, past and present staff members whose dedication, passion, and commitment to our students have shaped who we are today. This achievement reflects the collective effort, care, and belief in excellence that each of you brings