Abbotsford School District
Abbotsford · British Columbia16.500 CADannual tuition
Public SchoolEnglishGrades: K-12HomestayAdvanced Placement (AP)AviationFilm and broadcastingFootball (American)International Baccalaureate (IB)
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Data source: Member pages of the Canadian Association of Public Schools – International (CAPS-I) for public schools, and the schools' official websites for private and CAIS schools, October 2026. For public schools, the fee shown is tuition for one academic year; accommodation, health insurance, application and custodianship fees are not included. Where a board charges separate elementary/middle and high school fees, the high school fee is shown. Schools update their fees every year; we confirm the exact amount with the school before you apply.
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In class, in the lab, on the field and at the host family's table: this is what your child's day in Canada looks like.
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If you are looking for a boarding campus, small classes or flexible start dates during the year, explore private schools and CAIS schools. Each school has its own page.
The questions parents ask most about choosing a school, applying, costs, accommodation, visas and moving on to university.
Read the blogOSSD and Dogwood programs, school residence or homestay, and several start dates during the year.
View private schoolsLong-established independent schools, most with boarding, reviewed against national standards. Applications are made a year in advance.
View CAIS schoolsIn Canada, education is the responsibility of the provinces. Your child follows the curriculum of the province where they study and earns that province's diploma.
| Province | High school diploma | High school grades | To graduate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | OSSD (Ontario Secondary School Diploma) | 9-12 | 30 credits |
| British Columbia | Dogwood Diploma | 8-12 (graduation program 10-12) | 80 credits |
| Alberta | Alberta High School Diploma | 10-12 | 100 credits |
| Quebec | DES (Secondary School Diploma) | Secondary I-V (Grades 7-11) | Graduation after Grade 11. CEGEP before university |
| Manitoba | Manitoba High School Diploma | 9-12 | 30 credits |
| Saskatchewan | Saskatchewan high school diploma (Grade 12) | 10-12 | 24 credits |
| Nova Scotia | Nova Scotia High School Graduation Diploma | 10-12 | 18 credits |
| New Brunswick | New Brunswick High School Diploma | 9-12 | 100 credit hours (graduates of 2026 and later) |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | High school graduation certificate | 10-12 (Level I-III) | 36 credits |
| Prince Edward Island | Senior High School Graduation Certificate | 10-12 | 20 credits (25 in the French program) |
| Manitoba | Manitoba High School Diploma | 9-12 | 30 credits |
| Saskatchewan | Grade 12 Standing | 10-12 | 24 credits |
| New Brunswick | New Brunswick High School Diploma | 10-12 | 100 kredi saati |
| Nova Scotia | Nova Scotia High School Graduation Diploma | 10-12 | 18 credits |
| Prince Edward Island | High School Graduation Diploma | 10-12 | 20 kredi |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | Senior High Graduation Diploma | 10-12 (Level I-III) | 36 credits |
Credit requirements are set by the provincial ministries of education and may change. Before you apply, we work with the school to plan how grades completed in Türkiye will be credited.
Let's settle the credit equivalents of grades completed in Türkiye and the graduation plan together before you apply.
Each bar shows the lowest and highest annual fee in that province; the red line marks the median. Amounts are in Canadian dollars (CAD) and cover tuition only.
Compiled from the fees shown on the school pages of this site.
| School type | Annual fee (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Public school district Tuition only; homestay is paid separately (104 districts) | 9.500 – 18.800 |
| Private school, tuition only Day student or rate excluding residence (17 schools) | 18.400 – 45.200 |
| Private school, boarding included Tuition and school residence together (8 schools) | 34.450 – 88.100 |
| CAIS school, day International student surcharges included (6 schools) | 33.300 – 54.900 |
| CAIS school, boarding Tuition and boarding together (24 schools) | 75.200 – 105.200 |
We'll itemise tuition, accommodation, insurance and visa costs for the school you choose.
In high school applications, the most common mistakes are in the custodianship documents and the financial file. The steps below are the path we follow, from choosing a school to the flight.
The province and school type are chosen according to the student's grade, grade average, level of English and the family's budget.
The transcript, passport and application form are sent to the school district. Applications for September entry usually close in the spring.
Once the tuition has been paid, the Letter of Acceptance is issued. This document is the foundation of the visa file.
The homestay placement is arranged. The Custodianship Declaration (IMM 5646) is notarised separately in Canada and in Türkiye.
The application is submitted online to IRCC with financial documents, a letter of intent and family documents, followed by biometrics.
Airport pick-up, meeting the host family and school orientation are arranged. Parents are kept informed throughout.
A refusal stays on record and will be asked about in your child's future applications to Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and the Schengen area. That is why it matters to prepare a complete and consistent file the first time.
Most school districts accept international students in Grades 9-12. In districts that offer programs for younger ages, a parent usually has to accompany the student.
Public school districts have no centralised entrance exam. Applications are assessed on transcripts and documents; the school may run an English placement test on arrival. Selective private schools may ask for an interview and an exam.
Equivalency is handled by Türkiye's Ministry of National Education. We review the equivalency requirements and the university plan with you before you apply.
Yes. Many school districts offer a single-semester program of about 5 months, and some offer short programs of 1-4 months. Course equivalency for the return to school in Türkiye needs to be planned in advance.
It is possible. The parent must submit their own visa application and have it approved. We determine which visa type is appropriate based on the family's circumstances.
The diploma is the same. Public districts offer study alongside Canadian students and lower costs. Private high schools offer small classes, flexible start dates and boarding. The choice depends on the student's age, English and goals.
The first consultation is free. Our consultant will get back to you within 1-2 business days and clarify the schools that fit your child's profile, the total budget and the visa timeline.