Announcements

Registration is open for Virtual LIs

Registration is open for Virtual LIs

LI modules fill quickly.

Register today.

New Dates Announced: Governance Upskilling Workshops & Fireside Chats

New Dates: Governance Upskilling & Fireside Chats

New sessions have been added to our Governance Upskilling Workshops and Fireside Chats series, designed to support independent school board members.

Workshops: Oct 8, Nov 25, Feb 11, Apr 22

Fireside Chats: Sept 17, Sept 23, Nov 4, Jan 28, May 5

Free for CAIS Member Schools. Fees apply for non-members.

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Foundations for School Leadership Program: Designing a Practice

Foundations for School Leadership Program: Designing a Practice

Starting the Journey – Knowing Oneself in Order to Lead

The CAIS Foundations for School Leadership Program is the essential starting point for emerging leaders in independent schools.

🗓️ Save the Dates: July 5–8, 2026
More details coming soon. Registration opens in the new year and fills quickly — early sign-up is strongly encouraged!

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Summer LI Modules – In-Person

Summer LI Modules – In-Person

Dates: July 5–9, 2026

Location: Halifax Grammar School

More details to be announced soon!

Quick Links for Families

National Association of Independent Schools

Like CAIS, NAIS is a nonprofit membership association representing independent elementary and secondary schools in the United States and abroad.

Visit NAIS


Regional Associations

These regional associations offer region-specific guidance and information that may be of use to those attending schools in BC, Ontario or Quebec.


Boarding Schools

The Association of Boarding Schools
TABS offers helpful resources, including definitions and links to types of boarding schools; information for international families; and application advice.

Visit TABS

 

Boy's Schools

International Boys’ School Coalition: IBSC
The IBSC is a not-for-profit organization made up of member schools dedicated to enhancing the education, wellbeing and development of boys worldwide.

Visit IBSC


Girl's Schools

National Coalition of Girls’ Schools
The National Coalition of Girls' Schools (NCGS) is the leading advocate for girls' schools, connecting and collaborating globally with individuals, schools, and organizations dedicated to educating and empowering girls.

Visit NCGS