Herzlich Willkommen! Welcome!

The OATG is the organization that brings all educators of German in Ontario together for professional development, advocacy, and sharing of best practices.

In addition to annual conferences and networking sessions, we send regular communiqués by email about what is going on with German here and across the country. As a member, you will hear about initiatives, workshops, language programs, contests, project work, learning opportunities, and much more.

Im Fokus

Gute Nachrichten! You can once again officially gain your qualification to become a German teacher in Ontario!

The German - Part 1 Additional Qualification course is open to all Ontario Certified Teachers, as well as non-certified educators.

For full details, click on the button below.

Latest News

OATG Fortbildungstag + Netzwerktag 2025

June 2, 2025

OATG Fortbildungstag + Netzwerktag 2025 was a great success! Over 25 educators joined the OATG team at the Goethe-Institut Toronto on Sunday, June 1 for an excellent afternoon of professional learning, networking, and fun. Warmest thanks to our hosts for their Gemütlichkeit and kindness. Thank you also to Goethe Books and Media for joining us.…

Results: 52nd Annual Ontario High School German Contest

April 16, 2025

The 52nd Annual Ontario High School German Contest took place at McMaster University on April 13th, 2025. McMaster initiated the first German Contest for high school students over 50 years ago and we were thrilled to again hold this special celebration of the Contest in its birthplace. The Contest welcomed students from all over the…

Was für eine tolle Reise!

March 20, 2025

Our winner of the 51st Ontario H.S. German Contest shares some memorable experiences with her peers from across the world at the summer 2024 Jugendcamp. This all-expenses paid trip, valued at over $5500, was awarded and funded by the Goethe-Institut Toronto, with additional financial support from the Contest and the OATG. Wir gratulieren! Check it out…