Category: Alberta

Where Is Bitumen Found In Alberta?

The Athabasca oil sands, also known as the Athabasca tar sands, are large deposits of bitumen or extremely heavy crude oil (viscosity of 5,000-10,000 centipoises) that constitute unconventional resources, located in northeastern Alberta, Canada – roughly centred on the boomtown of Fort McMurray. Where is bitumen found in Canada? Canada’s bitumen reserves — the oil […]

Can You Skip Kindergarten In Alberta?

The answer is no, kindergarten is not mandatory (compulsory) in the province of Alberta. While many education professionals emphasize the importance of early education, it is not unlawful for a child skip kindergarten. Can kids skip kindergarten in Alberta? It should be noted, however, that mandatory schooling for children in Alberta begins when they are […]

Do You Get Money For Homeschooling In Alberta?

Parents choosing to home educate their children without the supervision of a school authority are not eligible to receive any Alberta Education funding. Is there funding for homeschooling in Alberta? The province of Alberta provides home education funding to each registered home school student, and this funding is distributed and accounted for via an associate […]

How Long Is Preschool In Alberta?

Minimum Hours of Teacher-Directed Instruction Children 3 years, 8 months to 4 years, 7 months – minimum of 400 hours. Children 4 years, 8 months and older – minimum of 475 hours. What is the duration of preschool? Preschool age is a period of intensive cognitive development. In children aged 3–6 years, progress is clearly […]

Is Online School An Option In Alberta?

Educational options in Alberta include public and separate schools, charter schools, private schools, home education and online learning. Does Alberta have online school? Rocky View Schools offers online learning programs for all Albertans in Grades 1 – 12. Discovery Trails Online School (formerly RVS Elementary/Middle Online) serves students in Grades 1 – 9 and Summit […]

How Do I Home School My Child In Alberta?

Parental responsibilities There are two available options including the Home Education Notification Form – Not Supervised by School Authority (PDF, 394 KB) or through an online form in the Provincial Approach to Student Information (PASI) accessible in myPass. How do I homeschool in Alberta? If you want to homeschool without the supervision of a school […]

What Is The Pdd Program In Alberta?

The Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) program helps eligible adults plan, coordinate and access services to live as independently as they can in their community. The program is based on the Persons with Developmental Disabilities Services Act and Regulations. What does PDD funding cover? PDD funds services that allow adults with developmental disabilities to live, […]