Goderich District Collegiate Institute

From a few months to a full school year, host families are needed for September! GDCI welcomes international students from Italy, Spain, and beyond. There is no “ideal” host family, from families with children of all ages, couples without children, retirees, and single individuals. What matters most is providing a safe, welcoming home and an opportunity to build meaningful connections. Hosting an international student is a chance to experience another culture, strengthen cross-cultural understanding, and build relationships that can last a lifetime.

Interested in becoming a host family? Contact Mary Heffron (Homestay Coordinator – GDCI & F.E. Madill) at [email protected] or 519-524-0240.

🚨 Incoming Grade 7 & 9 Vikings: this one’s for you!

Join us for our Welcome Barbecue on Tuesday, September 1 from 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Come grab some food, socialize, and get the information you need before the school year begins! Students in other grades can pick up their timetables after 12:30 p.m. See you soon, Vikings! 💙

Today's Alumni Spotlight is Josh Fisher! Read what he had to say about his career below:
"I am a Program Manager at McAfee. I graduated GDCI in 2002 and enrolled at Mohawk College in the Software Engineering Program. This program had a co-op stream and I was lucky enough to spend my coop terms at BlackBerry helping to create some of the first smartphones. I started in software quality and transitioned to project management. After BlackBerry, I continued my career in technology and held multiple roles as a project manager and as a program manager for the last 9 years. I love how fast paced and dynamic program management in high tech can be: No two days are ever the same."

A bird's-eye view of progress! We saw this incredible aerial photo posted by Papple Aviation of the ongoing track reconstruction at GDCI. Seeing the transformation from above really highlights how far this exciting project has come. Every day brings us one step closer to a renewed space where our students and community can learn, train, compete, and celebrate for years to come. We can't wait to share more updates as the project continues!

Today's Alumni Spotlight is Erin Doherty! Read what she had to say about her career below:
"I work as an Optometrist providing primary eye care to residents of Huron County. After graduating from GDCI in 2010, I went to the University of Guelph and received a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science and then to the University of Waterloo for a Doctor of Optometry degree. I enjoy being part of a health care team and helping people see the best they can."

Strong at the net, dependable on the court, and always ready to put the team first...those qualities have helped Megan earn her place with the Niagara College Knights Women's Volleyball team as a middle blocker. Congratulations, Megan! We know you'll continue to grow as both a student and an athlete, and we can't wait to follow your journey with the Knights. Once a Viking, always a Viking! 💙

VENDORS Wanted. Applications available for this year’s Country Christmas Craft Show in Goderich. ALL items must be handcrafted. Send an email to
[email protected] for more information

Today's Alumni Spotlight is local business owner, Nicole Scruton! Read what she had to say about her career below:
"I graduated from GDCI in 1990. Life has taken me down a path I never expected, and today I’m the owner of Cravings in downtown Goderich. Cravings is a year round sweet-and-savoury treat shop offering ice cream, handmade chocolates, specialty drinks, ice cream cakes, and a variety of fun, ever-changing creations. I’m grateful to be able to own a business in the community where I grew up and to connect with so many wonderful people every day. It’s been both challenging and rewarding, and I wouldn’t trade the experience."

Congratulations to Bronwyn Langis on signing with the Boston University Terriers Women's Ice Hockey program! Her journey is proof that hard work can open doors far beyond our community. Bronwyn is taking her talents to the United States to compete at the NCAA Division I Level. Your Viking family is incredibly proud of all you've achieved and can't wait to cheer you on with the Terriers. We know you'll continue to make us proud as she begins this exciting new chapter south of the border. Congratulations, Bronwyn, and best of luck in Boston! 💙

So proud of GDCI grad Dixon!!!

Everyone at Goderich Sunset Golf Club is incredibly proud of Dixon Schoemaker as he prepares to represent our community at the Canadian All Abilities Golf Championship in Ottawa next week!

Dixon's love of golf, determination, and positive attitude have inspired everyone who has had the pleasure of watching him grow over the past several years. His journey is a reminder that passion, perseverance, and hard work can open incredible doors.

We're honoured to have Dixon as part of the Sunset family and can't wait to cheer him on as he competes on the national stage.

Please join us in wishing Dixon the very best of luck. We know you'll make Goderich proud! 💙🏌️