Announcements

Registration is open for Virtual LIs

Registration is open for Virtual LIs

LI modules fill quickly.

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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!

CAIS National Student Leadership

“CAIS schools encourage involvement of all students in leadership programs.”

CAIS is dedicated to providing opportunities for student growth and leadership. CAIS schools offer a wide range of activities where students can engage in areas outside of the classroom.

CAIS provides national student leadership opportunities for middle and senior school students:

  • Senior School Student Leadership Conference: At the SSLC, around 130 Canadian independent school student leaders come together to develop their leadership skills, complete a service project, and connect with other like-minded leaders from top schools across Canada. With guidance from a staff advisor, students from the host school develop programming, schedule speakers, and organize trips to showcase their region.

  • CAIS Middle School Student Leadership Conference: Offers students the chance to listen to inspiring speakers, participate in informative workshops and activities, and develop their leadership skills.

For questions, contact Rachael Brownell Swain at rbswain@cais.ca.

Middle School Student Leadership Conference

May 5–8, 2026 | Calgary, Alberta
Hosted by Rundle College and Calgary French & International School

Themed “Climb Together: Lead with Empathy”, this national conference empowers middle school students to build confidence, connection, and compassion through hands-on leadership experiences.

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Middle School Student Leadership Conference

Senior School Student Leadership Conference