Pinecrest, Kenora, ON, Canada Real Estate Listings and Information

WELCOME TO THE NEIGHBOURHOOD OF PINECREST!!

The Pinecrest area is primarily made up of older homes. Several being bungalow style. This neighbourhood is in a wonderful area of Kenora, that boasts mature trees and is in walking distance to schools, and offers a home for the elderly.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL:  Pope John Paul II School is one of the largest and newest Catholic Schools located in Kenora, built in 2008 Pope John Paul  II houses approximately 385 students. Pope John Paul II is an elementary school that offers grades from JK-8

The other elementary school that is within walking distance throughout the Pinecrest area is École Ste-Marguerite Bourgeoys this is the only single-track French Immersion School in Northwestern Ontario.  The current total school population has reached 280 students.  Students who are interested in the French Immersion Program travel to this school from all over Kenora since they are the only French Immersion School in the district. Ecole Ste-Marguerite Bourgeoys is an elementary school that offers grades from JK-6.

HIGH SCHOOLS:

St. Thomas Aquinas High School: (CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL)

Is the only Catholic high school west of Thunder Bay in the province of Ontario. They are a grade 7 to 12 school, in the Catholic tradition, dedicated to excellence in education and the Christian formation of youth. At St. Thomas Aquinas, every student is encouraged to seek out his/her personal vocation in life and to find his/her place of service in the broader community. Through strong partnerships with parents and the church, St. Thomas Aquinas ensures that graduating students will leave with the academic and life skills that are necessary for a higher education and a well-rounded lifestyle. They also offer a fully accredited Religious Education program from grade 7 through 12. As well, they are the only high school in Northwestern Ontario to offer a full French Immersion program leading to the Certificat d'Immersion en Français. We offer our students the opportunity to earn a Specialist High Skills Major Diploma in the Hospitality and Tourism Sector.Since the inception of the school in 1985, St, Thomas Aquinas graduates have been honored for their academic excellence through many bursaries and awards offered at the school.St. Thomas Aquinas High School proudly serves both Catholic and non-Catholic students throughout Northwestern Ontario. St. Thomas Aquinas offers a well-developed and versatile athletic program to our students. Students can participate in many different sports at the school including basketball, volleyball, soccer, badminton, curling, hockey and track and field teams.  St. Thomas Aquinas also has an exciting music program. For more information about St. Thomas Aquinas

BEAVER BRAE SECONDARY HIGH SCHOOL: (PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL)

Beaver Brae Secondary School: Beaver Brae is home to approx. 900 students in grades 9-12 and over 65 dedicated staff members. The High School offers all types of educational opportunities, including outstanding trades, college, and university level programs. Beaver Brae Secondary School prides itself on a course calendar that boasts nearly 200 courses. In addition to the major subject areas students may opt to take classes in music, arts, construction, outdoor education, Ojibwa, law, and many more. To see the course calendar click here. For more information about Beaver Brae Secondary School click here

PINCREST HOME FOR THE AGED: The Pinecrest area is home to the Pinecrest Home for the Aged. This facility provides the elderly a place to live and call home.For more information regarding the facility and services offered click here