The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) is part of the government of Ontario's public school system and serves over 70,000 students within the City of Ottawa. Its students have distinguished themselves at colleges and universities throughout Canada and around the world. The district has more than 145 schools that includes 120 elementary schools and 25 secondary schools with two special education centres and an adult high school. OCDSB School’s offer a wide range of programs to promote learning excellence including English as Second Language (ESL), International Languages (IL), International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced Placement (AP) and general interest offerings.

The Ottawa Carleton District School Board has been serving students in the capital region of Canada for over one hundred years. It provides the international students with the opportunity to choose an educational path that best suits their interests and goals. Also, students can choose to come to Ottawa to graduate from high school or for a shorter period of study to improve their English and cultural competency.

The Ottawa-Carleton region is safe, clean, culturally diverse, and beautiful. There are four distinct seasons of the year and almost every sporting activity can be enjoyed in one season or another. In addition, the region has become a centre for high technology industries and businesses. Students have the opportunity to make important contacts which can help them plan their careers.