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Other Professional Learning Opportunities
CAIS schools are leaders in education. Many of our schools develop programs for educators, and we encourage you to check out these opportunities in our sections below.
Additionally, from time to time, CAIS promotes Professional Learning opportunities led by credible organizations with missions and values that are aligned with CAIS.
CAIS School Conferences & PL Opportunities
The Learning Strategies and Student Support Conference hosted by Kingsway College School and St. Clement’s School is a professional development opportunity for educators seeking to enhance their understanding of learning diversity and student success strategies. This collaborative event will feature keynote speaker Una Malcolm, Chief Academic Officer at Dyslexia Canada, who will provide insights on supporting diverse learners.
The LCS Summer AI Institute — The Skills That Matter is a professional development experience for teachers and school leaders looking to explore the role of artificial intelligence in education. Be part of this collaborative exchange of ideas and solutions, where participants will learn from one another and discover effective ways to integrate AI into the learning process. Expect to walk away with fresh strategies, broadened perspectives, and meaningful ways to embed the skills that matter into your educational community.
Join us at Ridley College in August 2025 for an unforgettable experience at The Flourish Conference! Hear from and engage with our inspiring featured guests and discover how to apply the science of positive psychology and positive education to enhance your life, home and workplace culture. Early bird registration is open until February 14, 2025.
► If you would like to post your program with CAIS, please reach out to Karen Flindall at kflindall@cais.ca
Regional PL Opportunities
Conference of Independent Schools of Ontario
Mission: Leadership and excellence in independent education in Ontario.
In serving our member schools, CIS Ontario advocates for quality independent school education for over 28,000 students and offers professional development and networking opportunities to more than 5,000 employees.
Independent Schools Association of British Columbia (ISABC)
The purposes of the ISABC are to foster and encourage the establishment and operation of independent schools in BC. In a spirit of collaboration, the Association draws more closely together the Heads of School, school administrators, teachers, and students. The schools engage in collaborative professional development as the basis for enhancing teaching and learning in the schools.
Quebec Association of Independent Schools (QAIS)
QAIS promotes collaboration, provides services that further educational leadership and advocates independent English language education in Quebec on behalf of its member schools.