OCAS Releases Connecting Potential, A New Strategic Plan

Guelph, Ontario (February 6, 2026) – OCAS is pleased to announce the release of Connecting Potential, its new Strategic Plan, effective February 6, 2026.

This new plan was created with the support of OCAS’s Board of Directors, senior leadership team, and employees, and involved extensive post-secondary sector research.

A Commitment to Collaboration, Quality, and Continuous Improvement

The refreshed strategy provides a clear and focused direction for OCAS. It identifies the areas where the organization can provide the greatest value for colleges and applicants, and it strengthens OCAS’s commitment to collaboration, service quality, and continuous improvement.

It does this through a carefully built ‘vision’ – “Seamlessly connecting every applicant to learning opportunities with Ontario’s colleges.”

Meanwhile, OCAS’s new ‘mission’ is “To be a trusted partner providing a responsive applicant experience, delivering data-informed insights and amplifying the value of Ontario’s colleges.”

The new OCAS Strategic Plan also includes new organizational values and strategic pillars designed to position OCAS to respond effectively to the evolving needs of the college system and continue providing colleges with reliable, forward-looking support.

You can review the new Strategic Plan on our website.

About OCAS

OCAS was established in 1991 by Ontario’s public colleges to manage the college application process. Today, OCAS connects individuals at any stage of their learning journey to the diverse academic programs, credentials, and training opportunities available at Ontario’s 24 publicly funded colleges.

Guided by core values of trust, integrity, inclusion, and collaboration, OCAS is committed to excellence in service, data stewardship, transparency, and reliability. Based in Guelph, Ontario, OCAS continues to adapt to the evolving needs of learners, colleges, and broader post-secondary partners.

For more information, please contact:

Alissa Robson
Director, Brand Engagement, OCAS
robson@ocas.ca
519-763-2363