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Private schools reeling after being excluded from Canada’s emergency wage subsidy
In many provinces, private schools are seen as businesses or non-profits. Most provinces partially subsidize private schools, the main exception being Ontario
Debating The Merits Of Independent School Funding
CBC’s The 180 With Jim Brown
invited special guests David King, former Alberta Education Minister and Barb Bierman, OFIS Executive Director to debate the merits of independent school funding on his show. read more
Private Schools Seeing Increase In Interest
“Local private schools say they’re seeing an uptick in interest as labour battles at public school boards drag on”
Watch the video:“Private Schools Seeing Increase In Interest”
Read the article: Priah Mann – Featuring Barb Bierman, ED of OFIS
Business As Usual For Ontario’s Private Schools
News Release – Barb Bierman, ED of OFIS
“Threat of Lingering Labour Disruption in Ontario’s Public Schools Boosts Inquiries And Tours In Private Schools“ read more
How To Choose The Best Private School
02/25/12
Toronto Star – Sharon Aschaiek
Read the article here: “How To Choose The Best Private School In Ontario For Your Child” read more
Private Schools Have The Toughest Accountability Partners – Parents
9/28/11
Our Kids Media – Barb Bierman, OFIS Executive Director read more
Accusations About Independent Schools Nothing More Than Fear-Mongering
9/16/11
“Accusations About Independent School Credits Nothing More Than Fear‐Mongering To Boost Enrolment At Public Schools”
Media Response to Toronto Star – Barb Bierman – OFIS – Executive Director read more
Not Easy To Argue Against School Choice
3/28/11
Media Response to Toronto Star & Toronto Sun articles – Barb Bierman – OFIS – Executive Director
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