Music Program
North Toronto C.I. is well known for it`s music programs. The music program supports several musical ensembles.
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The ensembles participate in various musical events and competitions, including the Kiwanis Music Festival, the Ontario Vocal Festival and the Contemporary Music Showcase. Twice a year, the school puts on major concerts; Fall Fare is in November, Maytime Melodies in Spring. Students taking a music class are allowed to participate in or try out for any of these musical ensembles, provided they participate in the musical ensemble associated with their music class.
North Toronto's Junior Strings Orchestra placed first in their division with a Platinum mark in the 2012 Kiwanis Music Festival.
North Toronto's Symphony Orchestra placed first in their division with a Gold mark in the 2012 Kiwanis Music Festival.
North Toronto's Choral Ensemble and Chamber Choir placed very well in the 2011 Kiwanis Music Festival. The Chamber Choir, which was ranked as one of the top high school choirs, participated in the provincials.
North Toronto is the only high school in the GTA with a performance marching band. The band practices weekly before school from September to November to prepare for its annual appearance in the Toronto and Markham Santa Claus Parades.
The 2009-2010 North Toronto C.I. Music Bowlathon brought in over $10,000 in donations to support the School's music programs.
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