École secondaire catholique Paul-Desmarais

What École secondaire catholique Paul-Desmarais does

École secondaire catholique Paul-Desmarais is a French-language Catholic secondary school located in Stittsville (Ottawa), Ontario, founded around 2015 and operating under the Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est (CECCE), a publicly funded school board overseeing more than 60 institutions. The school serves 1,394 students in grades 7 through 12 as of October 2025, organized through three vice-principal cohorts and offering the standard Ontario Secondary School Diploma pathway alongside a deep specialized program portfolio. These include five sport-études streams (soccer, basketball, volleyball, dance, multisports), four preconcentrations (STIM, Expl'Arts, Vie active, Multisports), three secondary concentrations (Affaires, Arts, Technologies), two Majeures Haute Spécialisation (MHS) tracks (Sports, Affaires), and a Bon démarrage enrichment program for high-potential students. The school's revenue model is anchored by per-pupil provincial government funding routed through CECCE, supplemented by modest program-specific fees, school council fundraising, yearbook sponsorships, and an online store projected at roughly $274,000.

The school's competitive positioning rests on a portfolio of strategic partnerships that competitors cannot easily replicate: an exclusive arrangement with Atlético Ottawa (Canadian Premier League) that brings professional soccer coaching to the sport-études program and creates a pathway to Atlético de Madrid, partnerships with École de Danse Louise and Volleyball Fusion for instruction, dual-credit agreements with La Cité and Collège Boréal for post-secondary credit, and a community-use arrangement with Ottawa Megadome for the on-site Dôme sportif. The school also operates an on-site solar panel installation with real-time SolarVu monitoring and holds provincial ÉcoÉcoles Canada certification for environmental stewardship. Distribution is direct-to-consumer via the CECCE enrollment system, with in-sector zone-based placement plus selective application-based admission to specialized programs. Marketing runs through the CECCE parent portal (ASPEN), a weekly communiqué newsletter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, the school website, open houses, and parent word-of-mouth networks.

Name

École secondaire catholique Paul-Desmarais

Legal name

École secondaire catholique Paul-Desmarais

Website

https://paul-desmarais.ecolecatholique.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Short description

École secondaire catholique Paul-Desmarais is a French-language Catholic secondary school in Stittsville, Ottawa, serving 1,394 students in grades 7-12 with sport-études, preconcentration, concentration, and MHS programs under the CECCE school board.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Interscholastic Athletics (Varsity/JV Teams) (EDAJAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth & Scholastic Sports Organizations (K–12, AAU, Club Leagues) (MPAKACAF), Collegiate & School Athletic Facilities (MPAKAEAJ)

Keywords

• Secondary education services
• French catholic schooling
• Sport-etudes programs
• Student-athlete development
• Concentration programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Stittsville

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Government School Funding: Publicly funded Catholic school operating under the CECCE (Conseil des écoles catholique du Centre-Est) network, funded through provincial education ministry allocations
2. Specialized Program Fees: Fees charged for specialized programs including sport-études (soccer $400, volleyball $150, basketball $100, dance $330/month), preconcentrations, and enrichment programs
3. School Council Fundraising: School council conducts various fundraising activities including maple products campaign ($626 profit), graduating class banners ($70 each, 70 sold), and online store sales ($274,000 projected)
4. Yearbook Sponsorships: The Racines yearbook generates revenue through sponsorships at various levels: business card $50, 1/4 page $75, 1/2 page $150, full page $300, Gold sponsor $400-600, Platinum $700-900, Diamond $1000+

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

École secondaire catholique Paul-Desmarais is a publicly funded French-language Catholic secondary school serving grades 7-12 in Stittsville (Ottawa), Ontario, operating under the CECCE (Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est) school board. The school delivers the Ontario Secondary School Diploma curriculum enriched with Catholic values, Francophone culture, and specialized programming including sport-études (soccer, basketball, volleyball, dance, multisports), concentrations (Technologies, Arts, Affaires), Majeures Haute Spécialisation (MHS) in Sports and Business, preconcentrations (STIM, Expl'Arts, Vie active, Multisports), and an academic enrichment program (Bon démarrage). It also operates a year-round indoor sports dome (Le Dôme sportif) available for community use through the Ottawa Megadome partnership.

Product overview

École secondaire catholique Paul-Desmarais offers a comprehensive educational program through specialized concentrations, preconcentrations, and sport-études programs for grades 7-12. The school's portfolio includes four concentrations (Affaires, Arts, Technologies) for grades 9-12 leading to certificates and potentially MHS specializations (Sports, Affaires); four preconcentration programs (STIM, Expl'Arts, Vie active, Multisports) for grades 7-8 serving as foundations for secondary studies; five sport-études programs (Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Danse, Multisports) with professional partnerships including Atlético Ottawa and École de Danse Louise; and an enrichment program 'Bon démarrage' for high-potential students. The school also operates the Dôme sportif (sports dome) and provides digital services including the parent portal (ASPEN). Programs follow Ontario secondary school curriculum with Catholic and Francophone values, and are offered under the CECCE (Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est) school board.

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Products and services

• Sport-études Soccer Sport-études soccer program for grades 7-12 enabling students to balance academic studies with competitive soccer training. Partnership with Atlético Ottawa (Canadian Premier League) provides professional coaching, specialized sessions, and potential visibility for players. Grade 7-8 follow a preconcentration path; grades 9-12 receive structured soccer courses daily plus physical education credits. Fee $400/year.
• Sport-études Basketball Sport-études basketball program for grades 9-12 providing a structured environment for student-athletes to pursue basketball while maintaining academic success. Fee $100 payable at start of school year.
• Sport-études Volleyball Sport-études volleyball program for grades 9-12 in partnership with Fusion Volleyball Club. Students receive quality equipment and optimal supervision focused on long-term athlete development. Available to in-sector and out-of-sector students. Fee $150. Can lead to MHS Sports specialization.
• Sport-études Danse Sport-études dance program for grades 9-12 offered in partnership with École de Danse Louise. Students receive 10 hours per week of dance instruction (Monday to Friday, 4:30-6:30 PM). Shuttle service provided from school to dance facility. Monthly fee approximately $330 for 10 months (September to June). Students may earn arts or physical education credits.
• Sport-études Multisports (Préconcentration) Preconcentration multisports program for grades 7-8 allowing students to discover their strengths and interests through volleyball, basketball, and soccer. Includes practical workshops, specialized clinics, and professional facility visits with Atlético Ottawa coaches. Fee $175. Serves as foundation for secondary sport-études programs.
• Préconcentration STIM Preconcentration scientific program (Sciences, Technologies, Engineering, Mathematics) for grades 7-8 exploring scientific and technological domains. Students discover virtual reality, drones, artificial intelligence (AI), and 3D printing through concrete projects. Includes museum visits, specialized workshops, university lab tours, and specialist encounters. Optional contribution enables off-campus activities. Leads to Concentration Technologies.
• Préconcentration Expl'Arts Preconcentration arts program for grades 7-8 focused on creation processes and critical analysis. Students explore at least two artistic disciplines including media arts, visual arts, dance, music, or theater. Includes professional show viewings, workshops with guest artists, and interdisciplinary projects. Leads to Concentration Arts.
• Préconcentration Vie active Preconcentration active living program for grades 7-8 discovering and practicing diverse physical activities including outdoor activities, team sports, and innovative activities. Develops motor skills, self-confidence, and teamwork. Fee $100.
• Programme d'enrichissement (Bon démarrage) Enrichment program called 'Bon démarrage' for grades 7-8 high-potential students offering accelerated academic pace with in-depth discussions, debates, science fairs, challenge projects, and Spanish language learning. Local program available only to in-sector students. Recommended average of 4- (A- or 84%) in math, French, science, and social studies.
• MHS Sports (Majeure Haute Spécialisation) Majeure Haute Spécialisation (MHS) in Sports for grades 11-12 providing tools to pursue sports-related studies. Explores sports administration, nutrition, training, sports psychology, and game techniques. Requires 2 cooperative education credits, 4 specialization credits, 2 supporting credits integrating sports with French and math, plus certifications (CPR level C, first aid, WHMIS). Recognized by employers and postsecondary institutions.
• MHS Affaires (Majeure Haute Spécialisation) Majeure Haute Spécialisation (MHS) in Business for grades 11-12 exploring entrepreneurship, finance, accounting, retail sales, marketing, international trade, economics, management, and event planning. Requires 3 supporting credits integrating business with French and math, plus customer service and two additional certifications of choice.
• Concentration Technologies Concentration in Information and Communication Technologies for grades 9-12 for students passionate about innovation and creation. Develops STEM skills in programming, IT, design, and media with concrete projects. Prepares students for specialized trades and employability. Official certificate awarded upon completion in grade 12.
• Concentration Arts Concentration in Arts for grades 9-12 with multidisciplinary artistic experiences. Develops creativity, resilience, and self-confidence. Students manage artistic projects and events from A to Z, build personal portfolios, and develop entrepreneurial mindset. Certificate awarded upon completion in grade 12.
• Concentration Affaires Concentration in Business for grades 9-12 exploring management, production, marketing, and finance sectors. Students develop skills to creatively solve personal and professional problems. Includes concrete activities, case studies, community service projects, and entrepreneurship opportunities. Leads to MHS Business specialization. Certificate awarded upon completion.
• Le Dôme sportif Modern indoor sports dome facility with full synthetic turf surface, high-quality lighting, and temperature-controlled environment. Available year-round for physical education classes and sport-études soccer program. Open to the community on evenings and weekends through Ottawa Megadome partner programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1,394 students enrolled (October 2025)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Atlético OttawaflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 June 2025Professional soccer club partnership (Canadian Premier League) providing coaching, specialized programming, and professional development opportunities for sport-études soccer students. Enhanced partnership for 2026-2027 includes approximately 30 coaching sessions for grades 9-10, 20 sessions for grade 11. Students gain exposure to Atlético de Madrid connections and Canadian Premier League pathway opportunities.
• École de Danse LouisecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDance school partnership provides specialized instruction for sport-études dance program (grades 9-12) and parascolary dance program (grades 7-8). School provides shuttle transport to Stittsville dance facility. Program offers 10 hours of weekly dance instruction.
• Ottawa MegadomeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCommunity-use partnership for the school's sports dome facility. Ottawa Megadome manages evening and weekend rentals of the dome for community sports programs and recreational activities, generating revenue and community engagement.
• Volleyball FusioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNot-for-profit volleyball club partnership providing coaching and first-quality equipment for sport-études volleyball program. Program open to grades 9-12 with long-term athlete development focus.
• La Cité CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual credit program partnership allowing students to earn both secondary and college credits. Courses offered in evening or online formats, integrated with specialized programs like FOCUS, MHS, and PAJO.
• Collège BoréalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual credit program partnership providing college credit opportunities for secondary students. Courses available in evening or online formats to support specialized program pathways.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• École secondaire catholique Notre-Dame: CECCE French-language Catholic secondary school with parallel academic and athletic offerings in the Ottawa region.
• Collège Catholique Mer Bleue: East-end Ottawa CECCE French Catholic secondary with comparable academic and specialty programs, serving adjacent portions of the same Francophone Catholic catchment.
• École secondaire catholique Béatrice-Desloges: Sister French-language Catholic secondary school in the same CECCE network serving the Ottawa area. Directly comparable as a publicly funded Catholic secondary offering sport-études, concentrations, and OSSD curriculum within the same governance framework.
• École secondaire catholique Garneau: CECCE French-language Catholic secondary school in Ottawa. Comparable in mission, governance, and curriculum, competing for the same Francophone Catholic student population in Ottawa.
• École secondaire catholique Samuel-Genest: Ottawa-area CECCE French Catholic secondary school with comparable sports and academic specialty programs, directly competing for Francophone Catholic families.
• École secondaire catholique Franco-Ouest: West-end Ottawa CECCE French Catholic secondary with comparable mission and program structure, competing for the same broader Ottawa catchment.
• École secondaire catholique Pierre-Savard: Another CECCE Ottawa secondary school offering French Catholic education with its own specialized programs. Direct comparable on catchment, funding model, and programming structure.
• École secondaire catholique Sainte-Marie-Rivier: CECCE French Catholic secondary in Ottawa delivering similar OSSD curriculum with concentrations and specialty programs, serving the same Francophone Catholic community.
• École secondaire catholique Franco-Cité: CECCE French-language Catholic secondary in Ottawa offering similar OSSD curriculum and specialty programs. Directly comparable on size, governance, and student demographics.

Emerging players

• Académie d'apprentissage virtuel (CECCE): CECCE's virtual learning academy offering remote French Catholic secondary education. Represents an alternative delivery format competing for the same Francophone Catholic families, especially those outside Ottawa's traditional school zones.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCSEN7XWSXUR51NMUOZQHr0Q
• Facebookfacebook.com/escpauld
• Instagraminstagram.com/ecolecatholique
• Xx.com/EscPaulD
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/conseil-des-coles-catholiques-du-centre-est

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

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