In Canada, the school-year calendar is set by each region/Bundesland/province. Exact dates for SSRCE Alternate Programs may vary by region.
Most Canada schools operate on a September – June calendar.
Exact calendar: confirm with the school directly.
Typical Canada Academic Year
Approximate windows — dates vary by school. Confirm with SSRCE Alternate Programs directly.
Start of academic year
Sep
End of academic year
Jun
Fall semester
Sep – late Jan
Spring semester
Feb – Jun
Each province sets its own calendar. Exact dates vary.
Typical Holidays & Breaks
Most Canada schools observe these breaks.
Thanksgiving2nd Monday of October
Christmas breakLate Dec – early Jan (~2 weeks)
Family Day / Louis Riel Day3rd Monday of Feb (varies by province)
March/Spring breakMid Mar (~1–2 weeks)
Easter weekendGood Friday – Easter Monday
Victoria DayLast Monday before May 25
Summer breakLate Jun – early Sep
Why We Don't Show Exact Dates
Calendars vary between schools and may differ even within the same region. For the authoritative calendar of SSRCE Alternate Programs, check the school's website.