The WIC Story
Celebrating Over 40 Years of Educational Excellence
WIC’s history and roots go back over four decades when Terry Davies founded West Island College Montreal in 1974. The following year, Jack Grant joined as part of its teaching staff, and in 1979, was appointed Headmaster.
In 1982, Terry Davies helped establish West Island College Calgary and was Headmaster until 1985, at which time, Jack Grant relocated to Calgary and took over the role. The Calgary campus began operating independently from the Montreal campus in 1993.
WIC Calgary began as a Francophone-only school and eventually evolved into what it is today – a leading private school located in industrial SE Calgary, offering both English and French Immersion programming with over 650 students from Grade 7 to 12.
In 2013, WIC Calgary received Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS) accreditation, which signifies that it “meets and exceeds rigorous National Standards that inspire continuous whole school improvement.”
Today, we are a proud school community led by Head of School & CEO Erin Corbett. The College has expanded in size and space and continues to excel in the areas of academics, athletics, fine arts, and student wellness. Our 100% post-secondary acceptance rate demonstrates our commitment to developing and nurturing students who will shape the future and become the leaders of tomorrow, leaving a lasting legacy for those who will follow.
Within our Hall of Nations, the flags fly under our roof. It acts as a metaphor for the idea that under our roof, there is room for everyone. Or even to take a step further, while having room for everyone is fine, trying to understand them and have them understand you is what education is all about.
Jack Grant
WIC Founder and Headmaster 1985 - 1987
Diverse Voices,
Shared Values
WIC fosters a caring and inclusive community where every voice is valued. We empower students through academic excellence and experiential learning, emphasizing empathy, respect, integrity, courage and honesty. Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) ensures every student feels respected and celebrated.
Our curriculum inspires curiosity and creativity, encouraging students to explore their passions and embrace their authentic selves. We value individuality and prepare students for a diverse, global society, empowering them to reach their full potential and positively impact the world.
Dedicated to
Student Potential
Redefining Academic Excellence
The strategic framework strives to capitalize on the strengths of the past while continuing to build a future-focused learning environment of excellence for the students of today and tomorrow.
Through its guiding educational principles, WIC continues to educate the whole student by providing rigourous academic programming along with a safe, caring and inclusive environment.
A Lifelong Pack
Graduation marks a new chapter, not a farewell, in the WIC story. Through our Forever Wolves program, alumni stay connected to the WIC family, honouring a legacy of shared values and lifelong bonds.
Together, our graduates continue to shape and inspire the future of WIC and beyond.
Over 3,000 Wolves Strong!
Stories
from the Den
Read inspiring stories about our students, alumni and faculty & staff that highlight the heart and soul of WIC.
WIC Experience
Supporting each student’s journey, we offer unique and innovative programming that nurtures the whole student.
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We are the Wolves
The WIC Difference
Your child's journey at WIC will be filled with excitement, growth and endless possibilities.
OWN YOUR FUTURE.
That’s our story.