independent schools

11:34AM
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Strikes underscore need for school choice in Ontario

In B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Quebec, the government helps fund independent schools.


9:25AM
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Ontario government should help fund independent schools

Ontario parents deserve the same options as parents in Quebec and the western provinces.


9:31AM
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All provinces—not just Alberta—should allow charter schools

Charter schools increase the choices available to families, particularly those with limited means.


9:01AM
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More Canadian families choosing independent schools

Independent schools offer a variety of pedagogical and curricular approaches.


9:19AM
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Student Enrolment in Canada, Part 1: Independent school enrolment on the rise

Between 2006/07 to 2019/20, independent school enrolment increased from 6.7 per cent to 7.6 per cent of total K-12 enrolment.


9:13AM
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Most Ontario parents feel pandemic policies have hurt their child’s education

Seventy-eight per cent of Ontario parents say their child has fallen behind in school during the pandemic.


8:40PM
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All families should have access to independent schools during COVID and beyond

Government has an obligation to ensure all children are educated, but this does not mean government must run every school it funds.


8:23AM
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One in five Ontario parents say kids fallen behind during COVID

B.C. has the highest rate of independent school attendance in Canada.


8:03AM
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Greater school choice produces better student outcomes

Imposing a monolithic conformity on all children through a monopoly school system is not a sensible way to serve a diverse population.


10:59AM
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School Enrolment in Canada, Part 2: More Canadian parents choosing independent schools

The four western provinces and Quebec provide tuition support to parents who choose independent schools.