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    Canadian boarding schools

    In Canada, the boarding school has become a real viable alternative in the private school sector. Whether a Canadian citizen or international student, Canadian boarding schools offer a specialized educational system devoted to the social and intellectual advancement of their students. Students and faculty thrive in this type of intentional community, co-existing in a social environment that fosters independence and mutual dignity.

    Each province within Canada is governed by a provincial educational authority, therefore it is important when choosing a boarding school in Canada that this be considered before enrollment. For example, language requirements will differ between Quebec and Saskatchewan, while the compulsory age of schooling is until 17 years of age in Manitoba and 18 in New Brunswick.

    Canadian boarding schools normally have extensive facilities for academic, artistic and athletic learning, depending on their type and in what subject they specialize.

    Operating hours of these facilities cater to the students attending the school, making them not only more accessible to them, but also safer than those that are off premises. And being a country that embraces advancements in technology, the latest computers and the availability of other modern technical equipment is standard in all schools.

    But what if the Canadian boarding school you're considering lacks a specific facility that you're looking for? No problem! With the leadership of the faculty and in organized field trips, students can continue learning beyond the walls of the classroom as they partake in all the natural and cultural splendor Canada has to offer.

    If you require more information, please visit our Canadian Boarding Schools website.

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