Giinawind Public School

Introducing Giinawind Public School in Cambridge

Posted 13 July 2026

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is excited to announce the name of the new Southeast Cambridge elementary school. Introducing Giinawind Public School The school’s name, submitted by members of the Indigenous community, is derived from the Ojibwe word giinawind (pronounced Gee-nah-win) meaning “Us, including you.” The name reflects the intention to create an […]

Future Giinawind Families: Registration is Open!

Posted 12 June 2026

The current school year is drawing to a close, and we are already looking forward to September! If you are located in our catchment zone, we invite you to become a part of Giinawind Public School. Don’t wait, register today and join our wonderful school community! 🔗 Click here to get started with WRDSB registration […]

Before/After School Care Spaces Available

Posted 8 June 2026

Hello Giinawind Families, As this school year wraps up we are busy thinking about the start of the new school year! If you are starting to think about before and after care for your students, now is the time to sign up. The YWCA of Cambridge is opening a new child care centre at 605 […]

June 2nd is our Junior/Intermediate Welcome Night!

Posted 1 June 2026

Giinawind Primary Welcome Night is Tonight!

Posted 26 May 2026

May 20th is Kindergarten Welcome Night!

Posted 19 May 2026

YWCA Before/After School Care

Posted 11 May 2026

YWCA Cambridge is thrilled to be the operator of the brand new child care centre, co-located with the new joint-use elementary school, shared by the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) and the Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB). This new facility will become the sixth child care centre operated by YWCA Cambridge, a non-profit, […]

Registering for School

Posted 21 April 2026

Do you have a child born in 2021 or 2022? Believe it or not, it’s time to register them for Kindergarten! Registration is open now for students looking to join us at Giinawind Public School in September 2026. We are dedicated to ensuring that your children receive an education supporting their full potential from […]