PIAC
Together We Thrive: Parents, Schools, Communities
All TDSB parents and caregivers are invited to the Parent Involvement Advisory Committee (PIAC) Annual Conference. Join a day of learning, connection and conversation with parents, school council members, TDSB staff and community partners from across the city.
Event details
- Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Location: Westview Centennial Secondary School, 755 Oakdale Road, North York, ON M3N 1W7
- Cost: Free
- Bussing and childminding services available
Register now on Eventbrite
Registration closes Saturday, October 31, 2026.
What to expect
- Learn: Attend two interactive workshops, School Councils That Thrive and Parent Engagement: Every Voice Matters.
- Connect: Meet other parents over lunch and activities, including a Jeopardy game.
- Explore: Visit the Exhibitor Marketplace to learn about TDSB programs and services.
- Engage: Meet your PIAC representative, and bring your questions and concerns.
Schedule
| Time |
Program |
| 10:00–10:30 a.m. |
Registration and arrival |
| 10:30–11:15 a.m. |
Opening program and welcome |
| 11:15 a.m.–12:00 p.m. |
Workshop Round 1 |
| 12:00–12:45 p.m. |
Workshop Round 2 |
| 12:45–1:00 p.m. |
Transition to the cafeteria |
| 1:00–2:00 p.m. |
Lunch, Jeopardy and activities |
| 2:00–3:00 p.m. |
Networking, Exhibitor Marketplace, meet your PIAC representative, and Q&A |
| 3:00–3:30 p.m. |
Wrap-up and closing |
How the workshops work
You don’t need to choose a workshop when you register. On arrival, you’ll be placed in Team A or Team B, shown by a green or blue dot. Teams switch rooms after the first round, so everyone attends both workshops.