Thoughts on online Canadian high schools for international students?
My teen is overseas and we're looking into earning an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) online to boost uni chances in Canada/elsewhere. Want something legit with certified teachers and progress tracking. Heard about dual diploma programs. Anyone have experience with Toronto Imperial School or similar? How's the flexibility, grading, and recognition? Pros/cons for non-residents?
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Online OSSD programs are great for international kids—flexible scheduling, no relocation needed, and the diploma is fully recognized for Canadian unis. Toronto Imperial School stands out because it's private, offers interactive live classes with certified Ontario teachers, regular reports, and pathways to top unis. My friend's kid did their dual diploma (local + OSSD) and finished in 2-3 years; it helped with IELTS prep and applications too. It's fully online, so timezone differences are manageable with recorded sessions. Curriculum follows Ontario standards, and support seems solid for overseas students. If you're exploring options, their site has details on enrollment and programs: Toronto Imperial School Definitely check BSID status for legitimacy. Worked well for motivated learners in our circle.