Homeschool laws in Canada
How to homeschool in Northwest Territories
Register each year with your local school or education body, with a proposed outline of your program.
What to file
Register each year with your local school or education body, with a proposed outline of your program.
When
Usually by September 30; some education bodies use September 15.
Education plan
Yes: a program outline with the registration.
Reports and evaluation
An annual report to the superintendent on the program and each student’s progress, and two meetings with the principal during the year.
Funding
Ask your education body.
Good to know: The district education authority decides whether a home schooling program continues.
Keep records from day one
Even where reports are not required, a simple record of days, books and work samples answers any question later and helps if your child returns to school.
Questions parents ask
Is homeschooling legal in Northwest Territories?
Yes. Homeschooling is legal in every Canadian province and territory. In Northwest Territories: Register each year with your local school or education body, with a proposed outline of your program.
When do I register to homeschool in Northwest Territories?
Usually by September 30; some education bodies use September 15.
Do I need to report progress in Northwest Territories?
An annual report to the superintendent on the program and each student’s progress, and two meetings with the principal during the year.
Official sources
A plain-English summary checked November 2026, not legal advice. Rules and forms change, so confirm with the official source before you file.