Summer Leadership Institute Diploma Modules

LOCATION

The CAIS Summer Leadership Institute will take place in Halifax, NS at the beautiful Halifax Grammar School on July 5-9, 2026. Optional accommodation is available at the University of St. Mary's residences.

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Early registration is recommended as modules fill quickly.

Program Overview

The Summer Leadership Institute is designed for emerging and experienced leaders in independent schools.
Participants may register for up to three modules, each running concurrently across three sessions.
Attendance in all sessions is required for module credit.
A minimum of 10 participants is required for each module.
The Summer LI program is open to faculty and staff from CAIS schools as well as non-CAIS schools.
- Modules are priced at $645 for CAIS schools and $770 for non-CAIS schools.
- Fees include program costs, meals during sessions including two dinners, and materials. Travel and accommodations are not included.
Participants are responsible for making their own travel arrangements.
Optional accommodations are available at the Saint Mary's University Loyola North residence for $95 per night. If desired, please select this option on the registration form.
If the module you would like to take is full, you can register to join the waitlist.

Program Highlights

Welcome reception on Sunday, July 5.
Dinners provided on Monday, July 6 and Wednesday, July 8.

For further information, see CAIS Leadership Institute FAQs or contact Rachael Brownell-Swain, Manager, Professional Learning Programs at rbswain@cais.ca.

New to the Leadership Institute (LI)?

Participants committed to completing the full Diploma Program are required to take the Foundations for School Leadership Program.

Please note: The Foundations for School Leadership Program is full for Summer 2026. You can register to join the waitlist.

Modules Schedule:

Important note: Participants must be present for the entire duration of a module to receive credit. Partial attendance is not permitted. Please plan travel and accommodations accordingly.

Session 1 July 5, 1:00 pm to July 6, 5:00 pm	Session 2 July 7, 8:00 am to July 8, 11:30 am	Session 3 July 8, 1:30 pm to July 9, 5:00 pm
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