Our Mission
Our Vision
Our Values
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OSV
Our Values
Our values define who we are and guide everything we do: Transparency, Equitability, Inclusivity, Proactivity, and Non-Partisanship. These principles inspire us to foster open dialogue, champion fairness, embrace diversity, anticipate challenges, and remain steadfastly focused on the needs of all students, free from political bias. Together, these values drive us to create lasting, positive change for the future of education in Ontario.
Our Vision
Our vision is to build a post-secondary system in Ontario that champions success, accessibility, affordability, and excellence for every student—domestic and international. We are committed to creating a future where education is not just a privilege but an opportunity for all, empowering students to thrive and succeed without barriers. Together, one step at a time we are shaping a brighter, more inclusive tomorrow for the leaders of today.
Our Mission
Founded in 2022, Ontario Student Voices is a dynamic, student-led not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering Ontario’s College and Polytechnic students. Our mission is to elevate student voices to the provincial stage, ensuring they are heard and included in the decisions that shape their futures. By advocating for the needs and perspectives of students, we are driving meaningful change and creating a brighter, more equitable future for all.
HISTORY
Feb 2021
April 2022
Over the course of the year the group met several times and aligned on key priorities. It was decided that a smaller group would be needed to carry the work forward as a majority of the initial groups terms were ending.
The implementation committee was created, consisting of 7 member colleges. Conestoga, Centennial, Cambrian, Fanshawe, Fleming, Niagara & Sault.
In November 2022, it was decided that the best way forward would be to build a new advocacy organization and so OSV was created. We incorporated that month as a Non For Profit organization.
OSV hosted its first inaugural gala, hosting members & stakeholders from across the sector. The group also decided on it's 2nd annual advocacy priorities.
Student leaders from all across Ontario came together to discuss the future of provincial advocacy in Ontario. There was representation from 22 colleges across the Province. The group was referred to as the student voices.
OSV's inaugural staff and board commenced their terms and focused on finalizing organizational policies and selecting advocacy priorities
The student voices aligned on key priorities and then decided that a smaller group would be needed to carry the work forward since a majority of the initials groups terms were ending.