RELEASE: PVNC Catholic Concludes Naming Consultation; No Change to Board Name

Apr. 17, 2025

Peterborough, ON – Following several months of public consultation, the Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington (PVNC) Catholic District School Board has decided not to move forward with a name change. 

The consultation invited thousands of students, families, staff, and community members to share their perspectives on whether the Board’s name should change to better reflect the regions it serves. While the process sparked thoughtful and passionate feedback, no single name emerged with the broad support required to proceed.

“We committed to a transparent process and took the time to listen to our communities,” said Stephen O’Sullivan, Director of Education. “What we heard was a deep pride in Catholic education and strong connections to our Board’s identity. We may not have reached consensus on a new name, but the feedback we received was thoughtful and sincere, and the engagement from our communities was deeply appreciated.”

The consultation process was conducted as part of the Board’s broader multi-year strategic planning process. No additional costs were incurred.

“We were encouraged by the number of people who engaged with this process and by the passion they shared from every part of our Board,” said Kevin MacKenzie, Chairperson of the Board of Trustees. “It’s clear that our communities care deeply about Catholic education and the future of PVNC Catholic. We want to thank everyone who took the time to participate.”

While the Board’s name will remain the same, a visual brand refresh—including a new logo—will take place in the months ahead as part of the Board’s ongoing strategic planning efforts.