Enrolling your children in school
Public school is free and organized by province and local board — how to register, what documents you need, and the school year.
Public school is free and organized by province and local board — how to register, what documents you need, and the school year.
Key points to understand
Free public school; register through your local board
Free public school; register through your local board. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
Documents: age, address, immunization, status
Documents: age, address, immunization, status. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
English/French as a second language support
English/French as a second language support. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
Practical tips
- Prepare your documents and translations in advance — most delays come from missing paperwork.
- Always note the office name, address, and a contact number before you go.
- Ask the community on MyHAbroad if you’re unsure — chances are someone has already been through it.
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