For parents and family supporters
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Short, sourced guides for the parts parents usually own: the money, the calendar and the hard conversations.
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- The application guide for parentsOUAC dates and fees, costs, RESP and OSAP basics, privacy and scam red flags.
- Grade 11 and 12 timelineWhat to do each term, from Grade 11 course choices to the June 1 reply date.
- Supporting your studentWhere you help most, and what universities say your child must do alone.
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Families outside Canada
- International familiesProof of funds, the PAL, custodians for minors, permit fees and health insurance.
- International student guideApplications, study permits and country guides for students abroad.
- Scholarships for international studentsOpen awards for students coming to Canada, from our verified list.
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- OUAC Group A deadline (Ontario high-school students)January 15, 2027
- Ontario college equal consideration dateFebruary 1, 2027
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