In addition to receiving public funding, private schools and their constituents receive these additional legislated benefits: Taxation legislation, BC Under the Provincial Sales Tax Act, parent support groups of independent schools may receive a sales tax rebate on goods bought for an independent school with money raised by the parent support groups. Independent schools qualify for … Continue reading Additional benefits for private schools and their patrons
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IPE/BC believes that public funds should be used to support public schools. A quality accessible, inclusive, and well-funded public education system is key to a thriving democracy and healthy society. We’ve very concerned that, while BC’s public schools are suffering the impact of chronic underfunding, public tax dollars are provided to private schools. BC’s private … Continue reading Private School Funding
Vancouver, BC – The idea of public funding and subsidies for private schools in British Columbia is being met with disapproval from residents across the province. A new poll finds that four-in-five British Columbians (78%) oppose providing taxpayer funds for elite or preparatory private schools in the province, with a total of 60% being strongly … Continue reading NEWS RELEASE: Most British Columbians Do Not Support Public Funding for Private Schools
Perspectives is an opportunity for Fellows and others to share their ideas in short, accessible essays. IPE/BC Fellows hold a range of views and interests relative to public education. Education Technology: The Trojan Horse of Privatization by Larry Kuehn Technology entrepreneurs favorite words are “break,” “disruptive innovation” and “creative destruction.” Uber replaces taxis; Spotify breaks owning music … Continue reading Education Technology: The Trojan Horse of Privatization