Our Mission
Ottawa Chinese Language School Charity (OCLS) is a non-profit, non-partisan, and non-sectarian community organization dedicated to promoting Chinese language and culture in Ottawa.
Founded in 1972 and formally registered as a charitable organization in 1974, OCLS is the first Chinese language school established in the Ottawa region and remains the only registered charity devoted to advancing Chinese education and cultural understanding.
For over five decades, OCLS has worked closely with governments, school boards, and community organizations to support Chinese language schools and cultural groups.
Our mission is to help students appreciate and understand the richness of Chinese culture through language learning, cultural exchange, and community engagement - nurturing both cultural identity and intercultural harmony.
Our Mission
- Promoting Chinese Language and Culture
- Building Bridges Across Communities
- Support Youth Development
Promote Chinese Language Education
To provide high-quality Chinese language instruction for students of all ages and backgrounds, enabling them to gain literacy, communication skills, and a deeper appreciation of the language's cultural context.
Support Youth Development
To empower children and youth by offering educational, cultural, and leadership-building programs that strengthen identity, confidence, and community connection. These initiatives aim to help young people develop essential life skills, build positive peer relationships, and engage meaningfully in their cultural and local communities.
Strengthen Community Engagement and Inclusion
To build bridges between diverse communities in Ottawa by organizing cultural exchange events and collaborative initiatives that promote mutual understanding, inclusiveness, and intercultural harmony.
Support Lifelong Learning and Educational Partnerships
To collaborate with governments, school boards, and community organizations to advance Chinese education and create sustainable opportunities for lifelong learning, teacher development, and curriculum innovation.