Helps for Canadian Homeschoolers
What do you want to know about home education?
These guides, worksheets, and lists were created by veteran home educators to help other parents in their homeschooling journey. Enjoy these free homeschool helps from HSLDA Canada — the organization with professional homeschool support for Canadian homeschoolers.
Resources Currently Available
- Essential Homeschool Starter Pack
- College & Career Guide for Homeschoolers
- Teaching at Home: Preschool & Beyond PDF
- Summary of Homeschooling Laws Across Canada
- Planning pages of the HSLDA Homeschool Planner
Essential Homeschool Starter Pack
Institutional education and home education offer very different learning experiences. One follows a standardized structure designed for groups of children. The other adapts to the individual child’s pace, strengths, and interests. Understanding the differences helps parents make informed, confident education choices.
Explore your education options through the link below and get the Essential Homeschool Starter Pack (includes the 3 PDF downloads on this page and more): hslda.ca/explore-education
College & Career Guide 2025
Education in the hands of the parent allows for excellent achievements in character building, pursuit of individual interests, and intellectual development. Every parent at any stage of educating their children can use this guide to gain great insight into the various aspects of providing a high-quality education. Learn more and read the digital version at: hslda.ca/cc-guide.
Teaching at Home: Preschool & Beyond
The early years of a child’s life lay an important foundation for learning, curiosity, and family life. Deciding how learning will look can feel both exciting and overwhelming. With so many voices offering advice, it’s natural to wonder which education option will truly support your child and your family.
At HSLDA, we help families understand their home education options from the very beginning. We want you to know the power, purpose, and possibilities of homeschooling! Download the Teaching at Home: Preschool & Beyond PDF for insights, research, and other educational resources to help you enjoy the preschool years and discover the best educational choice for your family.
Homeschooling Laws Across Canada
Each province and territory has its own set of laws, regulations, and policies for homeschoolers. Some even have free resources available. HSLDA keeps you updated on the latest legal requirements and resources for your area.
Enter your info to receive the Summary of Homeschooling Laws Across Canada.
Homeschooling Laws Summary
Plan for a High-Quality Education!
The planning section of the HSLDA Homeschool Planner guides you to educational excellence. Whether you are just starting or have been homeschooling for years, you’ll be provided with key planning processes with this free download.
Enter your info to get the planning section of the HSLDA Homeschool Planner.
Homeschool planning
How to Support the Homeschooling Movement in Canada
There is more you can do to promote the value of home education to other Canadians, the media, and politicians.
By partnering with HSLDA’s sister organization, the Canadian Centre for Home Education (CCHE), you will be contributing to:
Advocacy in defence of our freedoms in the courts and the provincial legislatures.
Training the next generation of local and provincial leaders.
Sound academic research that demonstrates the value of home education.
Shifting public opinion and increasing public awareness about the benefits of home education.