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.

See details and register

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!

Upcoming (LI) Modules - Virtual

Fall and Winter 2025–26 sessions were full and are now complete. Spring modules have also reached capacity. Waitlists remain open.

If space becomes available, participants will be contacted in order of registration.
 

Continue Your Leadership Journey – In Person


While our 2025–26 virtual modules are fully subscribed, the Leadership Institute continues this summer in Halifax.

Summer Leadership Institute

July 5–9, 2026
Halifax Grammar School

Participants may register for up to three concurrent modules.

► View Summer LI 2026 Details and Register

 

Dates and modules:


Spring 2026

Spring (LI) Modules - Virtual

Dates: April 28-30, 2026

Session Times (Eastern Time): 

  • Day 1: 12:00-3:30 PM ET
  • Day 2: 4:00-7:00 PM ET
  • Day 3: 12:00-3:30 PM 

Modules offered include:

  • Education Program Foundations
  • Faculty & Staff Culture
  • Governance
  • Leading School Transformation through Accreditation

 

Module Descriptions & Facilitators


Spring 2026 Offerings:


Important Details:


  • Attendance during all sessions is required to earn module credit.
  • Each module requires a minimum of 10 participants and can accommodate a maximum of 25. 
  • Please review our updated Cancellation Policy.
Important!: Completion of the Foundations for School Leadership Program is mandatory for pursuing the CAIS Diploma in Independent School Leadership. Foundations is next offered in summer 2026. While the Foundations program is essential for those aiming to complete the CAIS Diploma, participants are encouraged to take individual Leadership Institute Diploma Modules of interest. This allows for personalized professional development.



Eligibility and Fees:


  • Open to faculty and staff from CAIS schools at $400.00/module
  • Non-CAIS schools at $525.00/module.

Note: These fees are applicable specifically to online programs.

For further information see CAIS Leadership Institute FAQ’s or contact Rachael Brownell Swain, Manager of Professional Learning at rbswain@cais.ca.

 

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Cancellation Policy


CAIS reserves the right to cancel an event or program if there is insufficient enrollment. In the unlikely event this occurs, participants will be notified in advance and issued a full refund. CAIS is not responsible for any financial obligations incurred by participants because of travel cancellations. Weather-related refunds will not be granted.

Virtual Events Cancellation Policy

Please review the cancellation policy specific to our virtual events below:

  • Cancellation Deadline for Full Refund: Registrants may cancel their registration and receive a full refund up to 14 days before the start of a virtual event.
  • Cancellations Between 14 and 3 Days Before the Event: Cancellations made between 14 and 3 days before the event start date will be eligible for a refund of the registration fee, less a $150 administrative fee to cover expenses already incurred.
  • Cancellations Within 3 Days of the Event or No-Shows: Cancellations within 3 days of the event start date, as well as individuals who fail to attend a ticketed virtual event, will be invoiced for the full amount. No refunds are available.
  • Substitutions: To avoid cancellation charges or no-show fees, your school may choose to send a substitute in your place. This can be done up to 48 hours before the start of the virtual event by emailing Rachael Brownell-Swain.