01/09/2026
It is with heavy hearts that the Overlea Garneau Alumni Association shares the news of the passing of a pillar of our school community, Ron Thorpe. A dedicated educator whose passion for science inspired generations of students, Ron leaves behind a legacy of curiosity, kindness, and mentorship.
To honor his lifelong commitment to education, the Thorpe family has requested that memorial donations be directed to the Ron Thorpe Science Award. This long-standing award continues to provide vital financial support to deserving students pursuing their own paths in the sciences.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial donations be made to this fund to ensure Ron’s legacy continues to support the next generation of scientists.
Visitation Details: Friday, January 9th: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM & 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Humphrey Funeral Home A.W. Miles (1403 Bayview Ave, East York)
Funeral Service & Reception: Saturday, January 10th: 1:00 PM St. Timothy’s Anglican Church (100 Old Orchard Grove, Toronto) A reception will follow the service at the church.
Rest in peace, Mr. Thorpe. You will be greatly missed, but your impact on our community will never be forgotten.
The Ron Thorpe Science Award: Memorial Fund
In lieu of flowers, the family of Ron Thorpe kindly requests that donations be made to the Overlea Garneau Alumni Association to support the Ron Thorpe Science Award.This award was created in Ron’s honour for students with financial needs who wish to pursue science studies. Ron was a passionate li...
11/27/2025
It is with great sadness that the Overlea/Marc Garneau Alumni Association announces the passing of long-time faculty member and former Head of Mathematics, Christopher Monk.
Mr. Monk joined the MGCI family in 1988 and left an indelible mark on the school. Whether you knew him from his calculus classes, attended one of his famous wilderness math retreats, or were part of the trips he organized to NASA, you knew he was a teacher who went above and beyond for his students.
He was a man of many talents — a lover of French and Latin, an animal lover, and a fantastic guitar player who loved surf rock.
Celebration of LifeAlumni and former colleagues are welcome to attend.
📅 Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Streetsville United Church (274 Queen St S, Mississauga)
Christopher Monk Scholarship: To honor his legacy as an educator, a scholarship has been set up in his name. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to help support the next generation of students.
👉 Donate here: https://overleagarneaualumni.org/donate/
Please join us in sharing your memories of Mr. Monk in the comments below.
Our thoughts are with his wife Karen and his children, Scott and Katherine.
11/22/2025
🚨 Giving Tuesday is almost here! 🚨
On December 2, 2025, join the Overlea/Marc Garneau Alumni Association to help launch the future of deserving students from our community.
For over 30 years, we've supported talented students from Flemingdon Park and Thorncliffe Park who face significant financial barriers. Your gift helps transform a dream into a degree at a top university in Canada or the US.
Your donation doesn't just fund a scholarship—it changes a life.
Ready to make an impact this Giving Tuesday?
➡️ Here's how to donate and secure your tax receipt:
1. Complete our online donation form: https://overleagarneaualumni.org/online-donation-form/
2. Send your e-transfer or cheque using the details on our website: https://overleagarneaualumni.org/donate/
Every donation of $50+ receives a tax receipt. Thank you for empowering the next generation!
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