Expanding Charter Schools in Canada Is a Good Idea

Expanding Charter Schools in Canada Is a Good Idea
Charter schools would be an excellent way to give parents more options and also promote educational diversity across Canada. Shutterstock
Michael Zwaagstra
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Considering the success of charter schools in Alberta, it is surprising that no other province allows independent parent groups to form charter schools. A one-size-fits-all public school system has its limitations, particularly when parents would like to try something different.

Charter schools would be an excellent way to give parents more options and also promote educational diversity across Canada.

Michael Zwaagstra
Michael Zwaagstra
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Michael Zwaagstra is a public high school teacher and a senior fellow with the Fraser Institute. He is the author of “A Sage on the Stage: Common Sense Reflections on Teaching and Learning.”
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