Most public high schools in Canada do not require a uniform, while many private and independent schools do.
- Public schools: Students usually wear their own clothes within a school dress code. A small number of public schools, including some Catholic schools, have a uniform.
- Private schools: Day and boarding schools commonly require a uniform, often with a formal version for special occasions and a sports kit.
- Extra cost: Where a uniform applies, it is normally paid for separately from tuition. Ask the school for its supplier and a price list.
- Codes of conduct: Schools publish expectations for student behaviour. In British Columbia, boards must establish codes of conduct for their schools.
Please note: Uniform policy is set by each school or board, so confirm it with the school you choose.
Official sources: Government of B.C.: Safe and caring school communities policy
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